Sellwood Bridge funding in jeopardy
A former Oregon City commissioner filed paperwork for a referendum that threatens funding for the $330 million Sellwood Bridge replacement.
High tech telecom
PDX wages, jobs lag
A sobering report says Multnomah County, the state’s main economic engine, ranked second from last in private-sector job creation among 194 Western counties and five multicounty areas from 1997 to 2009.
A new panhandling strategy
Portland business owners have long struggled with panhandlers scaring off customers, and now are looking for a new solution.
Downtown plan postponed
Portland’s ambitious 345 acre urban renewal district plan was put on the backburner until spring at the earliest.
Movie Gallery auctions brands
Brand names Movie Gallery, Hollywood Video and Game Crazy are up for auction after the company’s bankruptcy earlier this year.
Umpqua Dairy recalls products
Umpqua Dairy is recalling milk, half-and-half, cream, buttermilk and fruit juice from its Roseburg facility after finding salmonella on its equipment.
Jantzen mall plans rehab
Managers of Jantzen Beach Supercenter outline a plan to tear down most of the mall and replace it with new storefronts.
OSU scientists invent eco-friendly glue
Researchers came across a cheaper alternative to glue by accident.
PacificSource Health Plans To Acquire Clear One Health Plans, Inc.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Clear One Health Plans, Inc. (OTCBB: CCHN) and PacificSource Health Plans announced today they have signed a definitive merger agreement under which PacificSource will acquire Clear One. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Clear One’s shareholders will receive $26.00 per share in cash, upon a successful close of the transaction.
Multnomah Bar Association announces new website on Oregon courts
The Multnomah Bar Association announces ProtectOregonCourts.org, a new website devoted to informing citizens about Oregon courts, preserving the impartiality of the judiciary and opposing attempts to threaten our judicial system, undercut resources to the judicial branch or reduce access to justice for all citizens.