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Mothers Day is nigh. And though shopping is a different experience than it once was, fear not. Here are eight local gift ideas from Black-owned businesses to show your mom you care. And for even more sweet gift ideas—along with ways to support Portlands Black-owned businesses—see our Black-owned brand guide and our cannabis product guide. Located inside Cargo and online, designer Tiffany Kirkpatrick creates easy to wear tunics and tops out of beautiful textiles. The small bat...

Thomas Hitchcock Thomas William Hitchcock passed away on April 2, 2021, with his daughters nearby. He had been kindly cared for at the Respite House in Colchester during his last days. Tom was born at home in Manchester, Vt., on February 7, 1936, the son of Eleanor Stone and William Hitchcock. He grew up in the Manchester area and enjoyed hunting, fishing and scouting. He earned the Eagle Scout badge with his childhood friend Dave Harwood. In 1950, his...