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A snapshot of the journey to school across greater Portland

Posted Jan. 14, 2020

Each weekday morning between September and June, students embark upon their trek to school by bike, mobility device and on foot, by scooter and skateboard, by bus and by car. This Regional Snapshot explores the journey to school.
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A snapshot of efforts to diversify greater Portland's construction industry

Posted June 26, 2019
By Ambar Espinoza

Construction jobs have long promised a pathway into the middle class. In greater Portland, industry and regional leaders are leveraging resources to create career opportunities for people historically excluded from these careers.
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You are here: A snapshot of housing affordability in greater Portland

Posted Nov. 1, 2017
By Rebecca Small

Despite some progress, greater Portland does not have enough affordable homes for everyone who needs them.
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You are here: A snapshot of greater Portland, on the move

Posted June 5, 2017
By Rebecca Small

We know where we've been. Where do we want to go? 5 things to know about transportation in greater Portland.
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You are here: A snapshot of greater Portland jobs – and a challenge

Posted Feb. 1, 2017
By Rebecca Small

Ten things to know about greater Portland's economy today, including how the stubborn challenge of polluted properties called brownfields holds us back.
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You are here: A snapshot of Portland-area housing costs

Posted Oct. 25, 2016
By Rebecca Small

Why is it getting more expensive to live here – and who pays the price? 7 things to know.
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You are here: A snapshot of how the Portland region gets around

Posted April 18, 2016
By Rebecca Small

Every day, the region's 2.4 million people have places to go – to work or school, to doctors and grocery stores and parks and back home again. Here are seven takeaways about how we are doing.
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You are here: A snapshot of where the Portland region's working

Posted Jan. 12, 2016
By Rebecca Small

With the Great Recession over, how is the Portland region's economy looking today? Here are some stats to keep in mind.
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You are here: A snapshot of how we're growing

Posted Sept. 15, 2015
By Rebecca Small

If it feels like the Portland region's growing fast, that's because it is. Here are some key stats to know as we grow.