Multinational firm buys Eugene biotech company
Abcam PLC, a multinational biotech firm headquartered in Cambridge, England, bought MitoSciences, a Eugene biotech company.
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Oregon estate tax changes clear Legislature
House Bill 2541, which would lower taxes for Oregonians who inherit more than $1 million, won final approval in the Legislature.
Oregon distillers share expertise with newcomer
When Iraq War veteran Dawson Officer started his own distillery, he got a lot of help from other local craft distillers.
Trader Joe’s coming to Salem
Trader Joe’s is set to open its first Salem store this week, and the store captain has heard from employees and community members that some people may even camp out for it.
Kitzhaber inflates I-5 bridge jobs potential
Gov. John Kitzhaber wants Oregonians to believe he’s creating jobs, and he backs up that claim by promoting his support for the $3.6 billion Interstate 5 bridge project called the Columbia River Crossing. Except it’s not true—not even close.
Oregon unemployment falls to 9.3 percent
Oregon unemployment has dropped to 9.3 percent, all but closing the gap with the nation for the first time in more than three years.
Lengthy, cold, rainy spring delays berry harvest
Extension agent Ross Penhallegon said the cold, wet spring means that the berries are about two weeks late this year.
Long-delayed plans for Oregon City mall appear dead
Plans to build an Oregon City mall anchored by Cabela’s, a premier sporting goods retailer, appear to be dead — again.
Map showcases NW high-tech businesses
A new map shows the Pacific Northwest’s growing contribution to the global electronics business.
Ban on using cellphones while driving is revised
The Senate voted Monday to remove a “scope of employment” exemption to Oregon’s ban on using cellphones while driving.