The City of Portland's Street Services Coordination Center reports on its efforts to address homelessness, offering shelter referrals and cleaning up campsites from Dec 1-7, 2025.

Portland's holiday garbage schedule changes: Thursday and Friday services delayed one day; residents advised on sorting waste, excess cardboard bundling, and safe disposal of batteries and oversized items.

Portland Clean Energy Fund grants $64 million for 60 sustainability projects, aiding organizations like the Portland Fruit Tree Project, Power to the People PDX, and others to integrate environmental action with social good.

North Bend is converting the Keizer Bros. Hospital into workforce housing, balancing historical preservation, environmental safety, and funding concerns in the comprehensive redevelopment process.

North Bend Police Dept. received a $125,000 COPS grant to hire a narcotics investigator. They're hosting "Coffee with a Cop" on Dec. 10, 2025, for community engagement.

Boardwalk Bubbles LLC opened in North Bend with a ribbon-cutting on December 5, offering handcrafted self-care products and a school-spirit soap fundraiser.

Portland Parks & Recreation opens reservations for 2026 weddings in parks and gardens, with in-person bookings starting January 5 and other methods available the following day.

The Portland Police Bureau confirmed the death of 85-year-old Ruthellen Tromsness, who succumbed to injuries from an August car crash caused by a driver cited for driving while suspended.

Interstate 5 closures under Morrison Bridge are postponed; new dates for the Morrison Bridge Strengthening Project will be announced by the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Deputy Michael Macuk achieved solo status with the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office after completing his Field Training Evaluation Program, marking a career milestone.

The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office is recruiting new deputies, offering comprehensive training and benefits, and seeks creative, team-oriented individuals without prior law enforcement certifications. Applications are open until December 18, 2025.

Portland Parks & Recreation's Urban Forestry division is giving away 4,000 trees to local residents to plant on their property, with delivery and planting assistance options available.

The Law Enforcement Council of Washington County reaffirms their commitment to serve every resident equally, regardless of immigration status, while distancing from federal immigration enforcement roles.