KGW8

Residents raise concerns over new 'drop tower' ride proposal at Oaks Park

PORTLAND, Ore. — A 147-foot "drop tower" ride proposed for Oaks Amusement Park in Southeast Portland has sparked concerns from nearby residents who say it would mar scenic views and potentially harm ...
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Plans for new drop tower ride at Oaks Amusement Park spark debate over impact on habitat

The historic Oaks Amusement Park in Southeast Portland is making room for a new addition to its already sprawling property, but not everyone is on board with plans for a new ride. The park attraction ...
Willamette Week

Oaks Amusement Park Proposes 147-Foot “Drop Tower” Ride

Oaks Amusement Park has proposed a 147-foot “drop tower” ride on its midway, part of a massive renovation project slated to begin this year, according to the Southeast Portland park. Documents that ...
Oregonian

Bright lights, big new Oaks Park ride draw critics worried about birds, glare

Oaks Park wants to let its light shine with a new thrill ride offering a sweeping view at the top of the Willamette River on one side and the city center’s only wildlife refuge on the other. The ...
KOIN 6

Oaks Park wants to add 147-foot Tower Drop, neighbors not thrilled

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — For 120 years, Oaks Amusement Park has provided thrills, chills and fun to kids of all ages at its 44-acre park in Southeast Portland. Now they want to add a new 147-foot ride, ...
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Oaks Park can build a new ride after city denies appeal on behalf of birds

The coordinated military attack on Iran has ignited intense debate across the world, including among community members in Portland. Happy Valley dog rescued from retention pond with help of thermal ...