Portland in the News: Slow Streets Made Permanent; Rooftop Bars; The History Under Our Feet & More | August 5, 2021

Many of the city’s temporary slow streets will be made permanent as at least 80 blocks will have permanent concrete barriers installed.

The sidewalks of SE Portland tell an interesting history.

Now’s a great time to check out Portland’s rooftop bars.

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

• The Bee: HISTORY: Stories told by the sidewalks and streets of Southeast

• Portland Monthly: These Portland Rooftop Bars Offer Excellent Drinks & Views

• Willamette Week: PBOT Will Make Some of Its COVID-Era “Slow Streets” Permanent

• Willamette Week: Why Would Anyone Move to Portland Right Now?

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