New York ‘mobster’ charged in ‘Goodfellas’ cash robbery
BBC: Vincent Asaro has been charged with stealing $5 million from the JFK airport in 1978.
Oregon’s economic recovery carrying over to 2014
The state’s economy continues to grow at a steady rate.
Twin methanol plants in Columbia County considered environmentally safe
Supporters of the two $1 billion-refineries say emissions would be “cleaner than those from factories that use petroleum or coal to make methanol.”
Lake Oswego debates downtown redevelopment plan
Residents testified about the plan to build an upscale housing and retail center.
Lawsuit filed against Dorena Hydro LLC
Mowat Construction Company claims the developer of a hydroelectric project near Cottage Grove owes the contractor more than $2.8 million.
Vendscreen Inc. raised $17.8M
The Portland-based vending machine technology firm lands $17.8 million.
Raising the minimum wage: Is it worth the fight?
Oregon’s minimum wage workers rang in the New Year with a raise. At $9.10 an hour, the state now has the second highest minimum wage in the country.
MBA Programs: Deans’ Perspectives and Powerlist
A conversation about MBAs with B-school deans from Marylhurst University and Oregon State University and a list of the top MBA programs in Oregon.
Eating at work
BY LINDA BAKER
Bridgetown Natural Foods launched an employee-wellness program to promote healthier eating.
What I’m reading: Chris Maples & Dave Rathbun
Chris Maples, President at Oregon Institute of Technology and Dave Rathbun, President of Mt. Bachelor ski resort share what they’ve been reading.