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"Empirical Regional Economics: Economic Base Theory, Models and Applications" is an accessible textbook by Richard Conway that provides an introduction to regional economics for undergraduate and graduate students. The textbook is divided into three parts: theory, application of models, and case studies. It focuses on the Puget Sound region of Washington State, but the lessons learned can be applied to other regions. The book offers a comprehensive overview of regional economic growth, models, and case studies, although it lacks engagement with contemporary issues such as climate change. Overall, it is a valuable resource for educators and researchers in the field of regional science. [Extracted from the article]

This document is an editorial note from the journal Regional Science Policy & Practice. It pays tribute to Pedro Ramos, a prominent member of the Portuguese community of regional scientists who passed away during the COVID-19 pandemic. The note explains that a special issue was created to honor Ramos's contributions, focusing on regional modeling and the importance of regions' intrinsic characteristics in explaining their success or failure. The special issue includes four articles that examine topics such as regional recovery after the pandemic, the role of entrepreneurship in regional performance, the relationship between sectorial specialization and economic resilience, and the impact of digitalization on regions. [Extracted from the article]