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Portland Allows Earlier Construction Starts to Beat the Heat with New 120-Day Rule
May 15, 2024
Portland allows early construction at 6 a.m. on hot days to protect workers from heat. The 120-day interim rule requires notifying the Noise Control Office and neighbors. High-decibel activities are excluded; Sundays and holidays are unaffected.
Oregon State Fire Marshal Spearheads Wildfire Defense, Offers Free Assessments and Cash Incentives
May 06, 2024
Oregon's State Fire Marshal emphasizes the importance of creating defensible space around homes to protect against wildfires, offering free assessments and financial incentives to residents.
Portland State Library Damaged as Pro-Gaza Protesters Reoccupy Building, 8 Arrested by Police in Evening Raid
May 03, 2024
Protests at Portland State University library over Gaza resulted in arrests and property damage, including graffiti and broken fixtures. Despite police intervention, the occupation persisted for nearly four days.