Portland's New Seasons Workers Plan Pre-Thanksgiving Strike

Workers at 11 unionized New Seasons Market locations in Portland plan a one-day strike before Thanksgiving, citing unfair labor practices and stalled contract negotiations over wages and benefits. The New Seasons Labor Union, representing over 1,100 grocery workers, accuses the company of bad faith bargaining. New Seasons aims to keep stores open during the strike, offering double-pay to staff willing to work. The strike follows a previous warning strike and ongoing efforts to secure a first contract since unionization began in 2022.