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Gresham Fire Union calls for four city district

Union frustrated by talks between leaders of Gresham, Troutdale, Fairview, Wood Village

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Hikers rescued in Columbia River Gorge after injury, 95-degree heat

Pair got lost on the Rock of Ages Trail near Oneonta Falls

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East Multnomah County cities continue to debate future of fire service

Gresham seeks price hike; Troutdale, Fairview, Wood Village weigh independent options as deadline looms

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Tips to stay cool, safe during hot summer days

Last year was the hottest on record in North America

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Gresham Fire investigates pair of arson blazes

Fires at East Portland Moose Lodge, church intentionally set Tuesday, July 8

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Gresham Fire welcomes Academy Class 25-02

12 new firefighters include four positions funded by Gresham Safety Levy

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Gresham Fire’s new Rescue 72 offers rapid medical response

First 911 vehicle added in 30 years prevents larger engines from being tied-up on calls

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Multnomah County enacts burn ban for 2025 summer season

Burn ban restricts backyard burning, recreational campfires, agricultural burning

Crime & Justice

17-year-old girl charged with attempted murder in Portland shooting

A 17-year-old girl faces attempted murder charges after allegedly firing shots on Monday, April 14, in the Glenfair…

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DA’s office says deputy ‘legally justified’ in fatal East County shooting

Deputy Adam Suboh’s use of force against Ladarius Collins cleared after review