The 1300 block of West Main Street will get another boost when it becomes home to West End Gin by the end of 2026 into early 2027, according to business co-founder Dr. Dawn Wade. “The goal is to be producing everything in-house and employ West End residents,” she added.
Month: February 2026
Portland Museum Showcases Neighborhood Artist Dean Thomas with Exhibition
“When someone built this stuff, they built it with the intention of providing a service that would somehow help humans,” said Portland artist Dean Thomas in an interview with Portland Museum, “they sort of created a spirit in that machinery, and now it’s sitting there going ‘are you ever going to use me again?’ It still has value.”
Automated External Defibrillators (AED) Donated to Save-A-Lot and the Delta Foundation in Portland
We have donated AEDs to Save-A-Lot and the Delta Foundation in Portland and also given an AED to the Urban League! We are seeking additional recipient organizations. To qualify, organizations should meet certain criteria such as being open to the public, having high foot traffic, and having people willing to be trained in CPR. Ideal locations include locally owned businesses/workplaces, non-profits, gyms or churches.
The Portland Festival Is Back: Let’s Build Our 52nd Year Together
If you’ve lived in Portland for any length of time, you know that the Portland Festival is the heartbeat of our neighborhood. For over half a century, it’s been the weekend where we all come together, catch up with old friends, and celebrate what makes our community special. After a short break, we’re proud to bring this beloved tradition back for its 52nd year this June.
Portland NOW Year-End Report
Portland NOW is proud to share with you our annual report. 2025 saw strong growth and activation in the organization. It proved the truth: that when Portland neighbors celebrate their heritage and work together to create a future where our children flourish, we are being PORTLAND NOW.
Hand in Hand Ministries Helps Build Home In Belize
Woody Woodruff from Portland Save-A-Lot was in Belize for the home build with Hand in Hand Ministries and he shared pictures taken from that build. House #554 is more than a home — it’s a testament to what happens when people come together, hand in hand.