04.29.09

Western Industries sets layoff of 55 in Watertown

Posted in Uncategorized at 10:38 pm by Luis

Western Industries Inc. has informed state officials of its plan to temporarily lay off 55 employees from its plant in Watertown.

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ZymoGenetics laying off 161

Posted in Uncategorized at 10:24 pm by Luis

ZymoGenetics Inc. Wednesday announced plans to cut 32 percent of its work force — yet another blow for Seattle's struggling biotechnology industry. (ZYMO)

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Livermore Lab hires Boeing lawyer

Posted in Uncategorized at 9:33 pm by Luis

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory hired Paul Ehlenbach as general counsel. (BA)

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FDA gives priority review to Auxilium’s Xiaflex

Posted in Uncategorized at 8:58 pm by Luis

The Food and Drug Administration granted priority review status to a new drug application filed by Auxilium Pharmaceuticals Inc. for Xiaflex, an experimental treatment for Dupuytren’s contracture. (AUXL)

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S&P lowers SunTrust ratings

Posted in Uncategorized at 6:44 pm by Luis

Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has lowered its ratings on SunTrust Banks Inc. and its affiliates, including lowering the counterparty credit ratings on the company to 'BBB+/A-2' from 'A/A-1'.