Nicholas Whitman, 25, was arrested on charges of displaying a handgun in a ‘threatening and reckless manner.’
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Portland’s ImmuCell boosts sales by 25% in third quarter
The animal health company still reported a net loss for the quarter as product development expenses remained high.
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United Airlines informs passengers about COVID-19 testing at Portland jetport
It’s a helpful step that other airlines are expected to follow, airport officials say.
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City says it won’t enforce emergency wage for Portland workers until 2022
Officials’ interpretation of the minimum wage ordinance approved by 62% of voters last week runs contrary to organizers’ intent, their attorney says.
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Covetrus reports net loss, higher revenue for third quarter
The Portland-based company cited challenges related to the coronavirus pandemic when explaining the quarterly net loss.
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Portland erupts in celebration after Biden wins presidency
As night fell, hundreds of people gathered along Congress Street, shouting, clapping and waving whatever happened to be at hand – handmade signs, American flags and, in one case, a pair of brooms.
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Mainers say they back mask mandate, even if they won’t follow it to the letter
While they hope the governor’s new order leads to more mask wearing, some admitted they will still take off their masks when it doesn’t seem to make sense to wear them.
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Progressive wave sweeps through Portland election
Portland is a Democratic stronghold, but progressives have had trouble advancing their policies through the City Council. This time they took it straight to the voters and won.
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Mixed reactions to passage of rent control in Portland
A similar measure was soundly rejected 3 years ago, but on Tuesday 58% of voters supported the change. Still, critics say it won’t help affordable housing.
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Portland chamber says minimum wage increase could devastate businesses
Proponents say the increase to $15 by 2024 will help women and people of color, but many employers are concerned that a hazard pay provision requiring time-and-a-half pay during a declared emergency will put them out of business.