News and notices

Volunteers Needed for Portland Parks & Recreation’s 22nd Annual No Ivy Day

Have fun and help protect Portland’s treasured parks and natural areas!

October 13, 2025 8:14 pm News article

Remembering Bob Sallinger

November 7, 2024 9:30 am News article

Volunteers Needed For Portland Parks & Recreation’s 21st annual No Ivy Day

Have fun and help protect Portland’s treasured parks and natural areas!

October 16, 2024 10:26 am News article

Kelly Butte Natural Area Improvements Coming!

Trails, park amenities planned for SE Portland's Kelly Butte Natural Area thanks to development fees

June 4, 2024 11:09 am News article

Commissioner Ryan Directs Funding to Complete Columbia Slough Trail Project

Project Crosses Finish Line; Enhances Accessibility, Access, and Trail Use

February 15, 2024 12:46 pm News article

Portland Parks & Recreation, Portland Fire & Rescue Plan Next Prescribed Burn

Controlled Event at Whitaker Ponds Natural Area on Monday, September 25 (depending on weather)

September 19, 2023 4:37 pm News article

Columbia Children’s Arboretum Reopening Is a “Dream Realized”

Portland Parks & Recreation Project Complete, Community Celebration June 11

June 7, 2023 12:55 pm News article

Commissioner Rubio Directs More PP&R Projects to Move Forward

Five projects funded with System Development Charges, not tax dollars

December 29, 2022 9:49 am News article