Port of Vancouver approves Tesoro lease
The Port of Vancouver’s board unanimously approved a 10-year lease for a crude oil handling facility.
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Cover Oregon struggles to reach immigrant communities
Cover Oregon is having difficulties in its outreach to refugee and immigrant communities.
Job polarization increases in Oregon
Jobs are being added in Oregon, but most are at either the high end or low end of the pay scale.
Port of Portland shipping costs could rise
If Hanjin stops making its weekly trips to the Port of Portland, it will mean higher costs for companies like Columbia Sportswear and Fred Meyer, as they will have to truck in goods from ports in Puget Sound.
Tektronix reorganizes, cutting some jobs
Washington County-based Tektronix began a reorganization this week, reassigning employees and cutting jobs.
Oregon moves forward with driving tax
Oregon’s plan to tax motorists based on number of miles driven rather than amount of fuel consumed is expected to launch in 2015 on a volunteer basis.
Adidas remains committed to Portland
Portland-based Adidas America and Reebok, based in Massachusetts, are combining into Adidas Group North America.
Oregon broke labor laws
Oregon broke labor laws with its largest union two years ago when it forbid employees from using work email to talk about union matters, the state’s Employment Relations Board decided.
Portland light rail brings new development
The new light rail line through Portland’s Brooklyn neighborhood could bring new apartments and a community market to the area.
Oregon strawberries find growth
The Oregon strawberry is primed for a comeback after decades of slow decline.