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Centennial Mills Demolition Accelerates | Portland News
Centennial Mills is crumbling faster than expected—half the warehouse already gone, water tower demolished, and demolition crews pulling it apart piece by piece to clear the way for Naito Parkway. Originally slated for two weeks, the wrecking ball may finish sooner. Built 116 years ago as a flour shipping hub, the site holds nostalgic memories for longtime workers—but nearby businesses are reeling: one shop owner lost rare fossils and crystals in an explosion she was assured was safe, and her business suffered as a park closed. Meanwhile, Amtrak prepares to resume service tomorrow, while…
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