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Ste. Michelle swallows Erath Vineyards
Oregon wine pioneer Dick Erath's namesake winery, Erath Vineyards, is being acquired by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, which is based in Washington. Terms were not released.

Ste Michelle Wine secures Oregon winery acquisition
Ste Michelle Wine Estates, Washingtons oldest wine company, is to acquire the winery assets of Dick Erath, the Willamette Valley grape grower. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

MAKERS OF BARBIE DOLL, VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE LOSE TRADEMARK BATTLES
OTTAWA, June 2, 2006 (AFP) - The worldwide fame of Barbie dolls and French champagne Veuve Clicquot is not enough to grant their makers exclusive rights over their names, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled Friday.

News & Views from other islands
Bad year for scallopers NANTUCKET - The five-month scallop season was the worst in memory, the harbormaster told the

Boaz salutes 2006 varsity, JV baseball teams
The Boaz High School baseball program conducted its annual banquet May 8 in the fellowship hall of Mount Vernon Baptist Church. The varsity and junior varsity team members were recognized for their accomplishments during the 2006 season.

The Advocate - www.newarkadvocate.com - Newark, OH
Wine Dinners: The Buckingham Meeting House, Newark; includes a six-course meal, three different wines; $85 per couple; for reservations, call (740) 345-6934.

SUNDAY'S CALENDAR
Memorial Day Observance Chalmette National Cemetery, 8606 West St. Bernard Highway. Vietnam Veterans VFW Post 3798 presents a tribute to America's fallen troops, 10 a.m. Call 717-7499.