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Be Prepared

Worried about Your Home Surviving the Next Disaster?

Construction makes a difference, but community might make a bigger one.

04/17/2024 By Brian Libby Illustrations by Joseph Laney

Full Court Press

5 Takeaways from Portland’s March Madness Sweet 16

As eyes shift to Cleveland and the Final Four for the NCAA Women's Tournament, we take a moment to reflect.

04/05/2024 By Margaret Seiler

Whale Watch

A New Population of Orcas off the Oregon Coast?

It's not yet confirmed, but this could be big: unidentified whales have been observed in deep waters west of Newport, Ophir, and Bandon.

04/02/2024 By Zoe Sayler

Sign Us Up

Oregon’s Century-Old Camp Namanu Gets Historic Designation

The state’s first summer camp for girls, which counts Beverly Cleary among its alums, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.

04/01/2024 By Rebecca Jacobson

Busking for Permits

Johnny Franco Wants to Lick the City’s Wounds with His Guitar

A Brazilian immigrant campaigns for a vibrant city, by way of free concerts.

03/29/2024 By Michelle Kicherer

True Crime

Portland Cold Case Unit Reopens After 2-Year Hiatus

Homicides and other violent crimes dating back to the 1960s will get a fresh look thanks to a $2.5 million grant and new forensic technology.

03/27/2024 By Zoe Sayler

Golden Years

Secrets of Our Wisest Portlanders

We've got the scoop about everything from friendships that last to retirement planning to midlife career pivots.

03/22/2024 By Portland Monthly Staff

Old School

The Portland Art Gallery Where Age Is an Asset

Geezer Gallery (yes, it’s really called that), an exhibition space and arts center, is devoted to showing seniors’ work.

03/22/2024 By Matthew Trueherz

End Game

How Much Does Living in a Senior Community Cost in Portland?

Finding Atlantis might be easier than answering this apparently rhetorical question.

03/22/2024 By Matthew Trueherz

Golden Years

Lifestyles of the Happy and Gray

For our wisest Portlanders, flexible schedules and good company are the key to joy.

03/21/2024 By Andi Prewitt and Arianne Cohen Photography by Jason Hill

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Golden Years

Wise Oregonians Give Us Their Best Advice

Listen to your elders.

03/20/2024 By Zoe Sayler and Andi Prewitt

Golden Years

The 50-Year Portland Friendship

Some friendships predate light rail, the microbrew boom, or the Blazers' one championship. A longtime local reflects on youth and old age in Rose City.

03/19/2024 By Andrea Carlisle Photography by Jason Hill

Golden Years

Is Portland a Good Place to Retire To?

We asked real estate agents, policy wonks, doctors, and seniors the hard questions. Their answers are surprising.

03/18/2024 By Charles Butler

Forecasting

Portland Gears Up for a 70-Degree Weekend

It’s subjectively hot. And that’s what matters.

03/13/2024 By Zoe Sayler

Till Death

What Separates Tattoo Connoisseurs from Art Collectors?

For many patrons of the extraordinarily tactile medium, tattoos aren't so different from paintings.

03/11/2024 By Matthew Trueherz Photography by Jason Hill

Summer Fun

Portland Pickles 2024 Schedule Is Here: Robots, Farts, Monty Python

Tickets are on sale for nights dedicated to Dilly Parton, the Simpsons, and sleep—oh, and baseball games, too.

03/06/2024 By Margaret Seiler

DIY

Yes, Portlanders Are Growing Tiny Forests Next to Their Homes

Goodbye, plant beds and street view. Hello, woodlands.

03/06/2024 By Heather Arndt Anderson Illustrations by klaus kremmerz

Musical Chairs

Why Does One Coffee Shop Open Right Next to One That Just Closed?

Stumptown, Barista, and Coava locations might have recently closed, but the people will have their caffeine.

03/05/2024 By Jordan Michelman Photography by Michael Novak

Ruff Life

Why Did Canine Respiratory Illness Surge in Oregon? It Might Be the Dogs

“Anatomically disastrous” dogs are more prone to respiratory symptoms.

03/04/2024 By Zoe Sayler

The Game of Portland

Hey, Can You Make It from Now through Spring Break?

Hawai'i—or maybe just your couch—is calling.

03/01/2024 Illustrations by Hawk Krall By Portland Monthly Staff

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