Cache opens at Northgate Mall

Cache, a women's apparel store that specializes in evening sportswear, special occasion dresses and accessories, recently opened its doors at Northgate Mall. The store - the chain's third in Washington state - is located across from A&H Hallmark.

Essential Food wins national award

On Nov. 2, Adam Hewey, general manager of Essential Foods in Fremont, accepted a national "Climate Wise Special Recognition Award" from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The award was presented to companies that have "excelled in innovation, leadership, results and planning in reducing greenhouse gas emissions through cost-effective energy management projects."

Susan Ode of the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives said "Essential Foods was chosen for their comprehensive approach to environmental concerns in all aspects of their operation. What stood out was the desire of the company to be a great community member as it pursues a profit with environmental benefits."

Northwest Biotherapeutics gets extra month to move

Northwest Biotherapeutics spokesman, Chip Jacob, reported that Simon Properties has "generously agreed to extend the lease to January 31, 2000," which gives the company an additional 30 days to move.

"We got the result we needed," said Jacob in reference to the article printed in the Jet City Maven in November. "We get to start the trial here... Doctors won't be forced to move during Christmas time." The company will temporarily relocate to South Seattle to complete the trial.

Jacob added that "NW Biotherapeutics would like to thank Simon Property Group for their cooperation."

Red Door Ale House owner gets own beer label

In an unusual move, Oregon's BridgePort Brewing Co. announced that it has honored Alfa Zinkus, owner of the popular Red Door Ale House in Fremont, by placing his image on its 10th annual bottling Old Knucklehead Ale. This is the first time the Oregon brewer has placed an out-of-towner on the label.

"Being named a 'Knucklehead' is a dubious honor," says Karl Ockert, BridgePort's brewmaster. "All of our 'Knucklehead' namesakes represent complexity and character, much like the beer." Previous Knuckleheads include former Portland Mayor Bud Clark. Zinkus was chosen for his high-integrity and his early and strong support of the craft brewing industry.

Old Knucklehead is a classic barley wine ale brewed with double amounts of hops and malt to create a sipping beer with a hearty malt flavor, inviting aroma and rich red color, according to the BridgePort Brewing Co. The Knucklehead brand is distributed throughout the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Alaska), as well as in Colorado and Northern California.

The Red Door Ale House is located at 3401 Fremont Ave. N.