Report: 10 Takeaways From Oregon’s Economic Forecast
Oregon’s economy continues to grow, but questions abound as societal issues take center stage and futuristic technology becomes a reality.
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Biz tips: How to secure a loan in a tightening credit market
Getting on the good side of your loan officer.
Lane Powell seminar: Portland’s Sick Leave Ordinance
On Thursday, January 23, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. (registration begins at 7:30 a.m.), Lane Powell will hold a breakfast seminar titled “Portland’s Sick Leave Ordinance — What Employers Need to Know Now.”
Lucid Energy makes Portland its headquarters
Lucid Energy Technologies, a company that harvests power from turbines within water pipes, has set up its headquarters in Portland.
Postal Service considers major changes
In attempts to close its $5.5 billion budget gap, the Postal Service is considering cutting 20% of jobs, closing six mail processing centers and 41 small town post offices in Oregon.
Oregon green energy tax breaks face cutbacks
A new bill introduced at Oregon’s Legislature would eliminate the Business Energy Tax Credit and replace it with smaller, more limited tax breaks.
Shippers get help from port
Columbia River shippers are taking advantage of a subsidy program from the Port of Portland while the barge system is shut down for a repair of the locks.
Hermiston farm markets a tearless onion
River Point Farms of Hermiston has released an EverMild sweet onion, which promises to be tearless, mild and sweet.
Multnomah County bans water bottles at functions
Multnomah County has banned bottled water from all county meetings and functions.
Quality makes local choice
Hillsboro-based Quality Production Ltd. is committed to hiring locally for manufacturing jobs, rather than outsourcing.