Ecola Architects designs Astoria train depot renovation
Since 1989, the railroad depot that sits on a lot near the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria has lacked use. And in 2001 it sustained a crack as a result of an earthquake. The 85-year-old...
View ArticleTiming will be the challenge on Astoria-Megler Bridge restoration
The 4.3-mile-long Astoria-Megler Bridge, which spans the mouth of the Columbia River, requires periodic maintenance because of corrosive environmental elements. Presently, crews are using loud...
View ArticleAstorians see theater transforming town into conference hub
After 13 years and more than $7 million, the restoration of Astoria’s Liberty Theater is nearly completed, and the final projects are expected to add a new dimension to the city’s downtown. The post...
View ArticleAstoria begins urban park project to help downtown development
Astoria city officials hope Heritage Square, a multimillion-dollar project featuring a new Chinese garden, amphitheater and festival area, will serve as an example for future development downtown. The...
View ArticleAstoria’s Heritage Square project wins federal brownfield money
A multimillion-dollar urban park project in Astoria recently received a financing boost from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The post Astoria’s Heritage Square project wins federal brownfield...
View ArticlePreservationists try to save Uppertown Net Loft in Astoria
The Uppertown Net Loft – known affectionately as Big Red by locals in Astoria – was built by a group of Norwegians. It is one of the last vestiges of Oregon’s salmon canning era still in existence. The...
View ArticleDowntown Astoria launches revitalization effort
The Astoria Downtown Historic District Association tapped Portland-based Civilis Consultants to go through the city's down block by block in order to identify ways to attract visitors and economic...
View ArticleAstoria plaza project garners design award
A plaza project in downtown Astoria that acknowledges the city’s Chinese heritage has received an award from the Oregon Recreation & Park Association. The post Astoria plaza project garners design...
View ArticleFamed ‘Goonies’ house for sale in coastal Astoria
Good news for fans of "The Goonies:" the old Victorian home featured in the film is on sale in Astoria, Oregon, and potential buyers are considering making it more accessible to the public. The post...
View ArticleFan buying famed ‘Goonies’ house in Astoria
The listing agent for the Victorian home featured in "The Goonies" said the likely new owner is a fan of the movie and promises to preserve the Astoria landmark. The post Fan buying famed ‘Goonies’...
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