Development firm repurposes big box stores
Corvallis-based Dickerhoof Properties buy vacant shopping outlets and big box stores and convert them into smaller retail spaces.
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Portland, PSU consider higher parking rates
Rates for on-street parking around Portland State University may raise 25% under a new proposal.
Construction firms prepare for summer rush
Construction firms are preparing for a rush of summer projects at schools, roads and elsewhere in Oregon.
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.
Xerox offers Wilsonville workers buyout
Xerox Corp. offered a buyout to 120 of its Wilsonville workers as an alternative to their transfer to HCL Technologies, an Indian contractor.
Blumenauer pushes environmental protections in trade deal
Rep. Earl Blumenauer urged the White House to include tough environmental standards in a trade agreement currently being negotiated with Asian nations, including Malaysia and Vietnam.
I-5 bridge controversy returns
The Metro Council is expected to take up a resolution this week that 2008 concerns about the Columbia River Crossing have been addressed.
Mayor Adams in Brazil to talk cleantech
Portland Mayor Sam Adams is on a five-day trip to Brazil, to talk about clean technology investments and energy efficiency.
Google Offers launches test in Portland
Google Offers launched in Portland, the company’s “social buying” service and answer to Groupon.
John Bryson nominated to be next Commerce secretary
John E. Bryson, a graduate of Portland’s Cleveland High School, was nominated by President Barack Obama to be the next Commerce secretary.