Maureen Dooley-Sroufe and Deb Mersereau, two long-time employees of Cannon Beach Book Company in Cannon Beach, Ore., have purchased the store following the death of Valerie Ryan, who founded the store in 1980. They held a celebration at the store this week and said, "What a beginning! We are overwhelmed by the love and support (and beautiful flowers!) from our family, friends, and community--thank you for making Day One so spectacular! We look forward to carrying on the good name of Cannon Beach Book Company with pride and spirit!"
