Park projects coming to life in metro area
Several park projects throughout Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties have started as a result of a levy passed by voters in May 2013.
Leaders ask: How can Portlanders prepare for a million more?
Though projections vary, the number of residents in the Portland-metro area could increase from 2.2 million to 3.2 million within the next two to three decades. The question of how to plan for that growth while protecting environmental assets and making investments in public transit and housing density was discussed by six panelists Thursday at an event hosted by Society for Marketing Professional[...]
Billion-dollar construction projects proposed
Two methanol plants planned by the Chinese government – one near Clatskanie and one in Kalama, Wash. – could have a dramatic impact on the construction industry and economy of the Lower Columbia River.
$1.5M settlement reached in alleged collusion case
The Oregon Department of Justice has announced a settlement with one of the state's largest highway striping companies and a multinational conglomerate for allegedly engaging in illegal and anti-competitive practices on state highway projects.
Headquarters hotel stakeholders awaiting key decision
The fate of a project to build a $197.5 million hotel near the Oregon Convention Center could become clearer this week. Advocates are confident that a Multnomah County judge will allow the project to move forward without significant public financing plans being referred to voters.
World War II memorial being built in Salem
Crews on Monday began demolition work on state capitol grounds to prepare for Oregon's first World War II memorial.
Legislation would boost state’s value of apprenticeships
A bill that would add apprenticeship programs to the state's 2025 education goals is set to go before the Oregon House.
Protest slows CM-GC contract award for university project
The award of the construction manager-general contractor contract for the $60 million School of Business Administration expansion and renovation project at Portland State University is on hold, according to PSU Communications Manager John Kirkland.
Multnomah County Courthouse operations will move
Plans to keep the Multnomah County Courthouse at its current site in downtown Portland have been scrapped, a county spokesman said Monday.
Columbia Roofing & Sheet Metal hires Marco Tosoni
CONSTRUCTION Tualatin-based Columbia Roofing & Sheet Metal recently hired Marco Tosoni as its director of sales. He has more than 15 years of experience in management and hiring, developing, motivating […]
Portland beginning to export sustainability
A Portland Development Commission-sponsored program geared to leverage the city's green reputation and help local firms grow their global market presence has produced its first two agreements.
Transit bridge’s architect set to visit Portland
San Francisco-based architect Donald MacDonald on Monday will discuss his design of the new Portland transit bridge as part of an event at the Oregon Historical Society in downtown.
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- 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
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