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Business and Labor Leaders Announce Creation of Energy Advocacy Coalition

NorthCoastOregon July 18, 2008

(Portland, Oregon, July 18, 2008) Citing serious concern for the future of the region’s economy, several business and labor leaders have announced the creation of Energy Action Northwest, a coalition that will advocate for clean, affordable and reliable energy supplies for the Pacific Northwest. Edward Finklea, a Portland attorney who has an extensive background in energy issues and policy development, has been appointed as Executive Director of Energy Action Northwest, which will maintain offices in Portland. “It is imperative to marshal both business and labor resources to the task of securing a strong economic future for our region,” stated Finklea. “This week’s announcement of such staggering rate increases by our three natural gas utilities is a dramatic signal that, until we develop a coherent and balanced approach to energy policy, …

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Substantial Increase in Winter Natural Gas Prices Predicted

NorthCoastOregon July 15, 2008

The Commission was told that natural gas prices this coming heating season will likely be significantly higher than a year ago due to growing demand, tight supplies and international pressures as Oregon’s natural gas companies secure supplies for their customers for the next year and beyond. Commission gas analyst Ken Zimmerman said, “This is very much the opposite of what we saw last year.” “Demand is robust while supplies remain tight. As a result wholesale prices are significantly higher than a year ago.” NW Natural expects prices to be 35 to 40% higher, Avista Utilities 10 to 15% and Cascade Natural Gas15 to 20% higher than a year ago. Wild cards that could drive natural gas prices higher include the hurricane season and any unforeseen gas pipeline disruptions. …

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Commission Holds Natural Gas Price Outlook Meeting

NorthCoastOregon July 12, 2008

“>Oregon Public Utility Commission will hold its annual “Natural Gas Outlook” meeting July 15, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission’s Main Hearing Room at 550 Capitol Street in Salem.

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FERC Chairman on Energy Competition and Regulation

NorthCoastOregon July 10, 2008

FERC Chairman Joseph Kelliher on Energy Competition and Regulation at the APP Energy Regulatory and Market Development Forum in Sydney, Australia.

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Cannon Beach Farmers Marke

Staff June 30, 2008

The 2008 Cannon Beach Farmers Market is open Tuesdays from 2:00 – 6:00 PM through September 30. The CBFM will offer a wide variety of fresh produce, herbs and hand-crafted artisan food products in the lively Midtown area of Cannon Beach.

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