Alyssa Flynn
Ask TriMet: Do I Have To Tap Every Time I Board?
Ask TriMet: Do I Have To Tap Every Time I Board? Short answer: Yes. Tapping the Hop reader every time you board transit not only validates your fare, it also acts as your proof of payment — so when you tap again within that first 2 ½-hour window, or when you have...
You Should Go To Winter Light Festival (But You Shouldn’t Drive)
You Should Go To Winter Light Festival (But You Shouldn’t Drive) With long nights and (seemingly) constant rain, Portland winters have earned their dark and gloomy reputation. No wonder we’ve taken to the Portland Winter Light Festival so quickly. Now in its fifth...
Arriving Soon: the Division Transit Project
Arriving Soon: the Division Transit Project Adding new transit service often means dealing with trade-offs. Buses are flexible, affordable and convenient, but they can only hold so many people and at times they travel slower than we’d prefer. Light rail is faster and...