Why Kenton Is the Best ‘Old Portland’ Neighborhood

A trip to Kenton is like taking a time machine to the Portland of 20 years ago, according to resident (and NPR “Wild Card” podcast supervising editor) Dave Blanchard. Today we’re continuing our neighborhood series where we talk with Portlanders about the good, bad, and ugly of where they live with a visit to this North Portland neighborhood.

Mentioned in today’s episode:

• North Portland Tool Library
• Portland International Raceway
• Columbia Slough Trail
• Posies Cafe
• Speck’s Records
• Parkside
• Mock Crest Tavern
• Kenton Club
• Kenton Station
• Fino Bistro & Pizza
• Tiny Bubble Room 

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• Forrit Credit Union
• Beaver State Market

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