Portland in the News: Alternatives to Fireworks; Cathedral Park’s New Dock; Seafood Guide & More | July 3, 2024

Some Oregon cities are moving past fireworks this year and are instead hosting live music, laser shows and illuminated drones.

And Cathedral Park has a new dock that should improve the flow of water in the area.

Here’s a roundup of the goings-on in Portland this week:

• Travel Oregon: INSIDER’S GUIDE TO OREGON’S LOCAL SEAFOOD

• Portland: Celebrate July 4 and other summer events downtown with discounts on parking

• Oregonian: Portland fire marshal announces citywide burn ban, effective immediately

• OPB: River fest celebrates opening of new dock at Portland’s Cathedral Park

• Here is Oregon: Some Oregon cities adopt drones and laser shows as alternatives to fireworks

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