Newport Oregon
Portland unemployment falls to national level
Portland’s unemployment rate fell to 9% in October, the same as the national rate.
Former Sen. Smith honored as job creator
Former U.S. Senator Gordon Smith was honored with the first Oregon Business Leadership Award from the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce.
Elemental Technologies wins top awards
Elemental Technologies and its chief executive, Sam Blackman, won top awards at the Tom Holce Entrepreneurship Awards sponsored by the Oregon Entrepreneurship Network.
NOAA moves to Newport
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is moving its Marine Operations Center from Seattle to Newport this month.
Wilsonville delays SoloPower decision
The Wilsonville City Council voted to delay a decision on a proposed urban renewal district designed to lure SoloPower to the city.
Matthew Knight Arena opens
The $227 million Matthew Knight Arena is the latest collaboration between Phil Knight and Portland architect Bob Thompson.
Fashion trucks roll out
Modeled after Portland’s famous food carts, vintage boutiques are popping up in renovated vehicles.
PDC backs apparel cluster
The Portland Development Commission announced an action plan to help nurture Oregon’s athletics and outdoor industry.