Wave-energy buoys need certification before being plopped off Oregon Coast
New Jersey-based wave energy company Ocean Power Technologies is one step closer to dropping 10 power-generating buoys off the Oregon Coast near Reedsport.
Light-rail project just started and has already won award
This is a press release I wasn't expecting: TriMet and Metro were honored with what appears to be an invisible national award (see below) for the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail project this week. Yes, that is the project that broke ground this summer and won't open until 2015.
AIA shows films on building homes in the ’70s
See four films offered by the Cinema Project as part of the 2011 Architecture and Design Festival tomorrow. The event is free (though donations are encouraged) at the AIA Portland headquarters at 403 N.W. 11th Ave. from 6 to 9 p.m.
Ladd Carriage House sells to California couple who want to make it a restaurant
The Ladd Carriage House, the historic property that was saved from demolition and refurbished, has sold after being on the market for almost three years.
Photos: Construction of Blanchet House of Hospitality
General contractor Fortis Construction is building a new four-story facility for the Blanchet House of Hospitality, which will include a first-floor kitchen and dining area and three floors of residential space.
2 Oregon transmission line projects fast tracked by energy department
The United States Department of Energy announced on Wednesday that it would fast-track the permitting and construction of seven pilot power transmission line projects, including two in Oregon.
Streetcar power goes out in bad connection to eastside loop
Streetcar commuters were greeted to the platforms this morning with a message that read "POWER OUTAGE SYSTEM WIDE. NO SERVICE UNTIL POWER IS RESTORED."
Apartment complex the ‘Norm’ going up in Northwest Portland
An apartment building called "Norm" is under construction on Northwest 19th Avenue between Northwest Quimby and Pettygrove streets. According to a sign that was up on the lot earlier this summer, the building will hold 14 apartments, though the developer WDC Properties, has not confirmed this yet.
Don’t let Portland be ashamed of you – GoGreen
Portland didn't become America's most famously green city by not having any conferences on sustainability. So get yourself over to the GoGreen conference tomorrow to boost your company's green cred.
For $19 and $7, which is the better burger?
It’s always preferable to have great food in an equally great atmosphere (and y’all know I’m still burger questing to find that perfect mix), but such isn’t always the case here in Portland.
Portland Architecture and Design Festival events in October
Next month marks the third annual Portland Architecture and Design Festival, a series of events where architecture enthusiasts can celebrate and learn about design in Portland.
Saturday: ASLA landscape architecture design awards
There's something to be said for competitions where the audience can play at home. "The Oscar goes to 'The King's Speech?' Hm. I found its resonance to fall somewhat flat, wouldn't you agree?"
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization — the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion







