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Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Instead of ‘Milwaukie who?' You might soon say ‘Milwaukie is cool!'
PORTLAND, Ore. () — As the first First Friday event of the year kicks off in Milwaukie, businesses and community members are hoping to put the small city outside of Portland 'on the map.' They're doing that through several new developments in the downtown area in hopes of luring more people to visit and move there. In a recent social media post, the city's planning department worked with Pietro's to place a historic sign as a fixture at the Milwaukie Marketplace. It's a chance to pay tribute to the past while looking toward the future. Portland mayor delivers State of the City address During the premiere First Friday event, Milwaukie native Rob Campbell was screen-printing T-shirts that show his love for the city. 'One of the reasons I started making these shirts about Milwaukie is 'cause we didn't have much of an identity, we kind of get overlooked. Kind of like the little baby brother of Portland. It's right there, literally down the street. People are like 'Milwaukie who?'' said Campbell, who owns the business Made in Milwaukie. Made in Milwaukie supports more than 100 artists, an illustration of the growing culture and community that residents say they're thrilled about. 'We moved here during COVID, but it seems like they've really been putting a lot of work into making the buildings look nicer, there are some new businesses coming in,' said Brenna Wallace, who lives in Milwaukie with her husband Derek. 'I love that Milwaukie has a great downtown area that isn't completely packed with traffic. They've got a lot going on and it's very walkable.' Wyden calls for inquiry into Trump targeting Harvard Campbell is hoping that kind of enthusiasm among residents and visitors alike can translate to momentum for his business. 'Let's get on the map, people will start — instead of saying 'Milwaukie who?' They'll be like, 'Milwaukie, that's pretty cool,'' Campbell said. First Fridays in Milwaukie continue through October. In addition, there is also a farmers market on Sundays. Porchfest also kicks off in July, bringing free performances throughout the city. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Journals
24-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Pietro's finds new home blocks away from longtime spot
After four decades in one spot, Pietro's steakhouse is on the move — but loyal customers won't have to travel far to find its new home. After serving up steaks in one location for 40 years, Pietro's is moving a few blocks up the street in June. Founded in 1932, the restaurant had been located at 232 E. 43rd St. for around 40 years. The Italian-style steakhouse closed last year, however, because the building it was housed in was sold for a residential conversion, according to a representative of Lee & Associates NYC. Now Pietro's will be in an approximately 5,100-square-foot space at 890 Second Ave. that includes around 3,600 square feet on the ground floor and 1,500 square feet of lower-level space. The lease is for 15 years. Lee & Associates NYC's Cory Gahr represented Pietro's on the deal. The landlord, Stellar Management, was represented by Cushman & Wakefield's Sean Moran and Patrick O'Rourke. 'Pietro's is a multigenerational dining institution,' Gahr said in a statement. 'Seeking a turnkey space near its previous location on 43rd Street, Pietro's aimed to continue serving its loyal customer base.' The new location at 890 Second Ave. offers 'both convenience and strategic positioning for the restaurant's continued success,' he added. 'Situated just blocks from the United Nations and surrounded by a vibrant mix of businesses, residences and landmarks, this prime location offers unparalleled visibility and access to a diverse, dynamic community,' Jeremy Campbell, general counsel of Stellar Management, said in the statement. Sign up for the Business Journal's free daily newsletter to receive the latest business news impacting New York.
