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Arizona Business Daily · Gresham, OR
Nearby: Gresham, ORThe Chamber's mission is to advocate, educate, and collaborate with local organizations to support the region's vitality and prosperity. Our Business and Leaders Luncheons are one way we fulfill that mission, and we invite you to join us for a monthly opportunity to network, learn, and grow over a delicious, locally prepared lunch. This month's guest: Travis Gullberg- Chief of Police of Gresham, Oregon Date and Time Tuesday Dec 15, 2026 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM PST Location Persimmon Country Club 500 SE Butler Rd Gresham, OR 97080 Fees/Admission Members, attendance with lunch: $24 Non-Members, attendance with lunch: $32 Members, attendance and a beverage only: $5 Non-members, attendance and a beverage only: $8 Original source can be found here.
The Outlook · Gresham, OR
Nearby: Gresham, ORA 70-year-old man is in custody and facing charges following a fatal fentanyl overdose at a MAX station in Gresham. Victor M. Salas-Carmargo was arrested Monday, Nov. 9, following an investigation by TriMet Transit Police and the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. He faces second-degree manslaughter and unlawful delivery of fentanyl. The death occurred at 2:11 p.m. on Nov. 9. Gresham Police officers and emergency personnel responded to the Ruby Junction MAX Station, near Northeast 197th Avenue and East Burnside Street, in Gresham, after receiving reports of an unresponsive man collapsed on the ground. Despite lifesaving efforts, the 30-year-old Gresham man was pronounced dead at the scene. According to investigators, security footage from the station platform cameras showed Salas-Camargo preparing suspected fentanyl, smoking it, and then sharing it with the victim. He is seen helping light it as the victim inhaled the substance. Moments later the victim slumped to the ground.
The Portland Mercury · Troutdale, OR
Nearby: Troutdale, ORIt’s that time of year again when the sun goes down before most people can even leave work. More than ever, it’s time to huddle into a favorite restaurant or watering hole, and we’ve got a few new places to visit. Sadly, it’s also sunset for a beloved Sunnyside bistro, as Old Pal will be closing for good at the end of the year. Below, find our roundup of recent restaurant openings, upcoming spots, and closures. Say Hello To: Pau Hana at Departure Downtown’s rooftop pan-Asian restaurant Departure is making room on its eastern balcony for a winter-long pop-up, Pau Hana. Executive chef U’ilaniku’ulei “U’i” Vele taps into her childhood in Wai‘anae, O‘ahu, with a menu sure to drive away the dreary winter chills. Through the end of January, the pop-up will offer kalua pork rice plates with gochujang barbecue sauce, poke bowls and vegan tofu bowls, teriyaki beef nachos, chicken yakitori, and Spam musubi, along with other sides and dishes.
Molalla Pioneer / Herald Pioneer · Clackamas, OR
Nearby: Clackamas, ORClackamas Community College will host a Teaching and Education Career Fair on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Wacheno Welcome Center on the college’s Oregon City campus. This free event is designed for those considering a future in education. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with transfer university representatives, learn about transfer pathways and explore options for continuing their education in the teaching field. University advisors will be available to discuss programs, transfer requirements and opportunities at their institutions. “This is a great opportunity to connect with university advisors and start planning the next steps toward a career in teaching,” Mayla Morgan, CCC teaching and education outreach navigator, said.
Woodburn Independent · Clackamas, OR
Nearby: Clackamas, ORFor 36-year-old Vince Edgar Chavez, Nov. 5 was an important day. Chavez was arraigned Clackamas County Circuit Court indictment for the kidnapping and sexual abuse of 10-year-old Violet Hay on Oct. 28 – taken forcibly from a Canby apartment. Chavez is charged with attempted murder in the first degree, assault in the first degree, kidnapping in the first degree, sexual abuse in the first degree, four counts of sodomy in the first degree, burglary in the first degree, assault in the second degree and strangulation. Chavez is scheduled for a preventive detention hearing on Dec. 1 at 9 a.m. The hearing, scheduled for three hours, will determine whether bail should be set in this case. Chavez currently is being held without bail at the Clackamas County Jail. A trial date will be set at the Dec. 1 hearing. The case has been assigned to Circuit Court Judge Heather Karabeika. Chavez is represented by defense attorney Brian Schmonsees, who entered a not guilty plea at today’s arraignment.
Woodburn Independent · Colton, OR
Nearby: Colton, ORJuly 29, 1937 – October 22, 2026 – Born September 29, 1948, in Oregon City, to Roger and Ellen Thronson. She passed away at her farmhouse, October 23, 2026, in Molalla. The oldest of their three children, Becky was raised in the Fernwood area at the foothills of the Cascades on the family farm. She attended school in Colton. After graduating from Colton High School, Becky went to dental school to become a dental hygienist. A profession she loved. She spent 50 years cleaning teeth. This is where she met her husband, Don. They married in 1971. Don and Becky had two children, Marci and Justin, and raised them on their farm in Molalla, just above Feyrer Park. After the kids left home, Becky filled her days with volunteer work. A lifelong horse lover, she joined numerous groups that focused on trail riding. Becky spent countless hours clearing trail, building horse corrals, and advocating for “leave no trace”.
The Portland Mercury · Milwaukie, OR
Nearby: Milwaukie, ORNothing is as treacherous as the holiday gift-giving season. As you watch the list of names on your shopping list grow, panic and paralysis set in, often leading to desperate last-minute purchases from CVS, 7-11, or even worse, Amazon. But DO NOT FEAR, because the Mercury’s crack team of holiday shoppers is here with a sprawling, creative, near-exhaustive list of some of the coolest gifts you can imagine, all of which are available from local businesses or creators! But wait, there’s more… for those who want to give the gift of mutual support, we also have a list of terrific nonprofit organizations that can continue their good work thanks to your donations. Trust us, you’ll find something for the finicky person on your list—all you have to do is buy it, give it, and then bask in their love-sick adoration for the entire year to come. This is one of the many articles in the Mercury’s Holiday Issue 2026.
Lake Oswego Review · Milwaukie, OR
Nearby: Milwaukie, ORBids Due: December 1, 2026 @ 2:00 PM INVITATION TO BID City of Milwaukie is seeking sealed bids from qualified and experienced contractors for installing UV CIPP lining for existing sewer pipe. The work includes providing all labor, materials, machinery, tools, equipment and other means of construction necessary and incidental to the completion of the work shown on the plans and described in specifications including but not limited to: • Install 3,501 LF of 8” Cured-in-place Pipe Lining • Install 378 LF of 6” Cured-in-place Pipe Lining • Install 2 Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Holes • Install 10 LF of 8” PVC Sanitary Sewer Pipe • Reinstatement of sewer lateral connections • Perform pre- and post-construction mainline video inspection • All work must be completed by April 30, 2027 City’s engineer estimate for this project ranges from $886,410.90 to $1,034,146.05. City utilizes Euna Procurement Bonfire for its electronic procurement system.
West Linn Tidings · West Linn, OR
Nearby: West Linn, ORNicholas Donohue has pleaded guilty to two counts of coercion, one count of assault and one count of attempted coercion after being arrested by the West Linn Police Department. Donohue, 47, is a West Linn resident and was arrested after reports of allegedly illegal behavior on dating apps and a connection made in the public Facebook group “Are We Dating the Same Guy?” Four cases, involving four women, were opened investigating Donohue for a variety of dating-related crimes. “During the investigation, four separate cases were opened involving four women who had met Donohue through online dating apps and reported assaultive, abusive, and/or coercive behavior,” WLPD said in a press release. Donohue was sentenced to 70 days in jail, three years of supervised probation and required participation in substance abuse and batterer intervention programs. He is also restricted from using online dating apps and websites.
West Linn Tidings · West Linn, OR
Nearby: West Linn, OR10/29 8:14 a.m. There was a reported abandoned vehicle on 8th Street. 10/29 1:01 p.m. A large tree fell and blocked Nixon Avenue. 10/29 5:28 p.m. A West Linn resident had a payment rescinded after selling a trading card online. 10/30 12:34 p.m. A car had its gasoline siphoned overnight near 5th Street. 10/30 5:15 p.m. A neighbor was very upset about people speeding down Old River Drive. 10/31 8:06 a.m. There was a water main leak near Douglas Drive 10/31 8:36 a.m. The daughter of a man arrested wanted to know what happened the day before. 10/31 10:30 a.m. Water was spilling out of a valve underneath the Abernethy Bridge. 10/31 5:27 p.m. An adult trick-or-treater was swinging a golf club at drivers. 10/31 6:58 p.m. A woman called and said her granddaughter had hit her in the face. 10/31 8:10 p.m. Thirty teenagers stole wine coolers from a convenience store. 10/31 8:57 p.m.
