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More demolition on tap at prominent property
Work planned near Willamette Falls will bring down four buildings and open the former industrial site to views from downtown Oregon City for the first time in decades.
New concepts for Willamette Falls unveiled
An architectural study of land near Willamette Falls found potential for mixed-use commercial development along with cultural gathering places and ecological restoration.
Grand Ronde tribe completes Blue Heron site purchase
The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde last week purchased the former Blue Heron Paper Co. mill site in Oregon City.
A trickle of hope for Riverwalk construction
Developer George Heidgerken has signed permits to potentially allow initial work to proceed at a former industrial site in Oregon City.
Welcome to Willamette Falls
River walk construction and public access will come first, but residential and commercial projects are expected to follow.
Riverwalk has potential to create big splash
With a well-regarded, international firm leading the design effort, Oregon City officials have high expectations for the Willamette Falls Riverwalk.
UPDATED: 415-acre coastal industrial site sells
International Paper has reached an agreement to sell a 415-acre former mill site on the southern Oregon Coast.
Willamette Falls riverwalk consultant sought
Oregon City officials are seeking a consultant to research the cultural history of the former Blue Heron Paper Co. site and compile a report that will assist the team designing a public path through the property.
Architecture students offer ideas for tired property
University of Oregon architecture students are creating 'fantasy projects' for the ex-Blue Heron site.
Tall falls inspire big ideas
A developer preparing to revitalize an ex-mill site wants to see kayaking become an attraction nearby.
Design is next for Willamette Falls Riverwalk
The project to build a public path through the former Blue Heron Paper Co. site in Oregon City will soon move into the initial design stages.
Ex-Blue Heron site鈥檚 master plan being tweaked
An effort to redevelop the former Blue Heron Paper Co. mill site is moving ahead with input from its new owner.
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- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
