HASSO HERING

A perspective from Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

Long-empty parking lot being used

Written April 22nd, 2026 by Hasso Hering

Sometimes it takes a while for the governmental paperwork to catch up with events on the ground. Take, for instance, the case of the Plant Warehouse in Albany.


Neighbors given notice of chemical plant

Written December 11th, 2024 by Hasso Hering

The City of Albany’s Community Development Department has just given neighbors of a proposed chemical factory on Ferry Street notice that the site plan for the project is being considered.


Proposed: Another food franchise on 14th

Written June 23rd, 2019 by Hasso Hering

As if Albany needed more fast-food restaurant franchises, it may get another one on 14th Avenue S.E., on the south side of Heritage Mall.


 
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