The Answerland Advisory Committee is holding a virtual meeting on November 12th to discuss Oregon's virtual reference service, with an open invitation for public participation.

Gresham, Oregon, is improving its water infrastructure with $1.5 million federal grants, aiding the Cascade Groundwater System expansion, to provide reliable and quality drinking water.

The Oregon Office of Emergency Management provides safety tips for Halloween, emphasizing costume safety, supervision, visibility, and route planning for trick-or-treaters, as well as home safety for those handing out treats.

Oregon's State Fire Marshal incident management team transitions leadership during recovery efforts in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, with Lighty and Boos taking command.

Portland will start towing vehicles without visible VINs or at least one license plate from November 12, as part of efforts to remove improperly parked vehicles. Residents can report parking violations to the city.

Oregon voters are reminded by the Secretary of State's office to plan their vote for the November 5, 2024 election, with options to mail, drop off, or use official boxes.

Fred Meyer and QFC workers in Oregon and Southwest Washington secured a contract with higher wages and better benefits after negotiations and a significant strike.

Clark County invites Mount Vista residents to review and give feedback on three park design concepts at an open house or online, and to vote on the new park's name.

Five local shelters in Portland unite for the Adopt ASAP event to facilitate pet adoptions by reducing fees and addressing the increased strain on animal welfare systems.

Medical staff at two Providence hospitals in Oregon are considering striking over unresolved contract disputes concerning staffing, wages, and benefits. This could be the state's first doctor strike.

Center 50+ is hosting a Harvest Party Volunteer Fair on October 30 in Salem, inviting community members to explore volunteer opportunities with various organizations.

The City of Hillsboro's Winter Lighting has begun, enhancing the downtown area with festive lights to draw the community to local businesses through March.

The Bienestar de la Familia program in Portland aids vulnerable communities with housing, food security, and recovery services, showing positive impact in Multnomah County.