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Sep 28, 2020

Former Portland streetcar a survivor of pre-World War II transportation era

Hundreds of Terre Haute, Indiana, residents once sat in those leatherette seats, as passengers on Indiana Railroad's Car No. 205.

Dec 7, 2012

Long-delayed streetcars expected to be finished soon

United Streetcar, a subsidiary of Oregon Iron Works, was hired to construct five new streetcars for Portland Streetcar by July. Those vehicles will finally be delivered within the next two weeks. The first one is scheduled to begin operating on Dec. 16, with the others to follow in three-week intervals.

Jan 11, 2012

Streetcar line stands to be shortened after Lake Oswego council support shifts

Lake Oswego City Councilor Bill Tierney announced on Tuesday that he is withdrawing support for a proposed extension of Portland鈥檚 streetcar line into the city, essentially halting plans for the full project.

Dec 2, 2011

Lake Oswego streetcar cost estimate reduced

A new cost estimate for the project to extend the streetcar line from Portland to Lake Oswego is now just $200 million 鈥� less than half the amount projected earlier.

Nov 9, 2011

Lake Oswego foothills plan depends on streetcar extension

Lake Oswego City Council will consider a framework plan for its Foothills District, a primarily residential development proposed for more than 100 aces near the Willamette River. But the fate of the development hinges a streetcar extension from Portland to Lake Oswego.

Oct 6, 2011

Streetcar power goes out in bad connection to eastside loop

Streetcar commuters were greeted to the platforms this morning with a message that read "POWER OUTAGE SYSTEM WIDE. NO SERVICE UNTIL POWER IS RESTORED."

Aug 12, 2011

Portland throws a party for the Streetcar

The Portland Streetcar's turned 10 years old, but who's counting? Apparently, the city is.

Jul 20, 2011

Portland Streetcar turns 10, throws a tantrum

Get your party hats out, the Portland Streetcar turns 10 today! Make plans to attend its party Aug. 12 at Jamison Square in the Pearl. Unfortunately, like many 10 year olds, the streetcar is creating some headaches.

Jul 20, 2011

Eastside streetcar loop will be delayed, number of cars reduced

Portland City Council today approved a handful of changes to the Eastside Streetcar Loop project. The changes to contracts and intergovernmental agreements reflect complications in the project that will delay its completion and reduce streetcars on the 3.3-mile from six to five.

Jul 5, 2011

Lake Oswego residents probably love the planned streetcar project

Lake Oswego City Council endorsed the streetcar option with some restrictions, including a community survey and a city-wide vote. The Lake Oswego Review reports that, at last week's council meeting, public opinion consulting firm Davis, Hibbitts and Midghall asked to delay the survey.

Jun 3, 2011

Lake Oswego streetcar plan to go before Clackamas County board

The Clackamas County board of commissioners will be the next group to select a locally preferred alternative for the Portland to Lake Oswego Oregon Route 43 corridor.

Apr 19, 2011

Lake Oswego, Portland move forward proposal for streetcar line

Portland City Council endorsed the Portland-Lake Oswego streetcar extension today 4-1. The vote means that the up to $458 million streetcar project is the city鈥檚 preferred option to address the demand for transit along the Oregon Route 43 corridor. Lake Oswego City Council endorsed the Portland-Lake Oswego streetcar extension Tuesday night with a 4-3 vote.



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