Small businesses can claim health insurance credit
Cover Oregon reached an agreement with 12 insurance carriers to allow some businesses that sign up late to qualify for federal tax credit.
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Oregon DEQ to fine oil train terminal $117,292
The Department of Environmental Quality says the terminal near Clatskanie violated state law by moving more crude oil than allowed.
Portland steps back from emergency radio tower
City officials pulled away from its plan to build the 140-foot tower on Gresham Butte.
Alaska Airlines to drop PDX flights
The airline will drop flights between Portland and Atlanta and Portland to Long Beach, California.
Backers of LNG project hope to raise up to $250M
Calgary-based Veresen Inc. plans to issue up to $250 million in shares to finance the Jordan Cove Energy Project in Coos Bay.
Cover Oregon enrollment deadline extended
Oregonians have until April 30 to enroll in the online health insurance exchange.
Airbnb nearing deal with Portland over short-term rentals
The agreement would require the online vacation-rental service to collect an 11.5% tax on rentals in the city.
80 workers to lose jobs at Tigard automotive plant
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. will shut down its production and warehouse by the end of the year.
Bend craft breweries trying to meet demand
Boneyard Beer will become the fourth Bend beer maker since January to expand production.
Oregon’s per-capita income still lower than most states
Despite top personal income growth, the state has the 18th lowest per-capita personal income in the United States.