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List of Open Studios North Portland artists
By Kelly Williams, encaustic painter and N. Portland Community Leader, Portland Open Studios #12 North Portland artists are opening their studios to the public this October as part of the citywide Portland Open Studios Tour. It is free, self-guided, juried, and running two weekends: October 10–11 and October 17–18, 10 am – 4 pm. Below…
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SOLVE annual Beach & Riverside clean ups coming to North Portland
SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with communities throughout North Portland taking action to clean up local streets, parks, neighborhoods and the Willamette River. From business partners in the NW Industrial District to community groups caring for school grounds and neighborhood parks, Portland’s…
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Free Portland Wind Symphony concert in Cathedral Park, Aug. 16
Combine Gershwin, Sousa, Star Wars, and a Clarinet Polka and what do you get?…a delightful concert in the park presented by Portland’s premier wind symphony! The program is varied, energetic — and offers youngsters an opportunity to conduct the ensemble! Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and experience the beauty of Cathedral Park while enjoying…
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Applications for Lester Viles Grant open until August 31
After a five-year hiatus, the Lester Viles Grant (LVG), returned in 2025 to continue its goal of supporting North Portland businesses through micro-grants. With a year of experience under their belt, the revamped LVG board is now moving forward with its 2026 grant season. The application window opened July 1 and runs through August 31,…
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Cathedral Park Jazz Festival 2026 photos
Photos by Thomas Karwaki
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Cathedral Park Jazz Festival fundraising performance by jazz vocalist Gina Saputo, July 12
On Sunday, July 12, 2026, vocalist Gina Saputo will perform from 4-7pm at Portland’s Heathman Hotel as a kickoff fundraiser for the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival starting July 17. Tickets are $25 at the door. Often compared to a young Sarah Vaughan, Saputo is originally from Springfield, Oregon, has released seven albums and performed internationally…
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River Dragon ribbon-cutting honors grit of organizer, Jennifer Vitello
By Willie Levenson For seven years, Jennifer Vitello of the Cathedral Park neighborhood championed the River Dragon sculpture from concept to completion, navigating fundraising, permitting, design reviews, and community outreach. What began as an effort to calm traffic at a dangerous neighborhood intersection grew into a bold vision for a permanent public art landmark celebrating…
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Two arrested for June 14 shooting near Cathedral Park
Two people were arrested following a shooting in North Portland early Sunday, June 14. Scout M. Cruikshank, 26, was charged with unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm. Samuel L. Jamison, 26, was arrested on multiple outstanding warrants. According to the Portland Police Bureau, at approximately 6:15 am, North Precinct officers…
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Multnomah County prepares for CEI Hub disaster
By Jim Redden The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved a resolution to ensure the county has enough funding to deliver essential health and emergency services following the release of hazardous materials from the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub (CEI Hub) in industrial Northwest Portland. “This is the first step for being able to respond…
