Los Angeles Pop-Punk Act Rocket Announces Debut Album ‘R Is For Rocket’, Shares New Single “Wide Awake”
Los Angeles, CA – Rising pop-punk outfit Rocket has formally announced their highly anticipated debut studio album, titled ‘R Is…
Author: Ben Hardy
Hello, I'm Ben Hardy, a dedicated journalist for Willamette Weekly in Portland, Oregon. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree from Stanford University, where I specialized in multimedia storytelling and data journalism. At 28, I'm passionate about uncovering stories that matter to our community, from investigative pieces to features on Portland's unique culture. In my free time, I love exploring the city, attending local music events, and enjoying a good book at a cozy coffee shop. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that shape our vibrant community.
Julian McMahon Remembered: Where to Stream the Enduring Legacy of the Australian Actor’s TV and Film Career
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Pacific Cascade Legal Dominates 2025 Willamette Valley Awards, Securing Top Honors in Family Law, Bankruptcy, and Personal Injury
SALEM, OR – Pacific Cascade Legal, a law firm providing comprehensive legal services across Oregon and Washington, has achieved significant…
Portland Launches Monthly City Bike Bus Series for Sustainable Commuting
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Divisive ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ Sparks Debate Over Tax Cuts, Healthcare Access, and Economic Impact on July 9, 2025
WASHINGTON D.C. – A newly enacted piece of legislation, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” is proving to be…
Portland Set for MXPDX Festival: A Celebration of Oregon-Mexico Culture and Craft Beer
PORTLAND, Ore. – A new cultural exchange is poised to debut in Portland, bringing together the vibrant traditions and burgeoning…
THC Therapeutics Expands Oregon Footprint with Strategic Acquisition of Iconic SugarTop Buddery in $3M Deal
Las Vegas, NV – THC Therapeutics, Inc. (“THCT”), operating under the ticker OTC: THCT and focusing strategically on the burgeoning…
Trump Slaps New Tariffs on 14 Economies, Warns Against Retaliation
Trump Imposes Sweeping New Tariffs WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump on July 7, 2025, unveiled a significant expansion of…
Black Rock Coffee Bar Introduces High-Protein Egg Bites Across US Locations
PORTLAND, Ore. – Black Rock Coffee Bar, the popular coffee chain founded in Portland, Oregon, known for its distinctive drive-thru…
Parallel Parking Skills Tested in Southeast Portland Competition
On June 28, 2025, a parallel parking competition drew dozens of participants and spectators to Southeast Portland. The event, organized…