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$5.5 fire bond would mean quicker service for District 10, less burden on Issaquah trucks

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

A $5.5 million fire bond measure would help keep Issaquah’s fire trucks in town and help provide quicker service for residents in District 10, south of Issaquah.

State to unveil SR 520 toll signs | Bridge tolls start Dec. 29 but drivers will see new toll signs Monday

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Come Monday morning, Dec. 19, drivers will have another indication that State Route 520 tolling is just around corner — signs that indicate the bridge is tolled.

Reindeer games | Festival in 23rd year at Cougar Mountain Zoo

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

They have Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder and the newest addition, 5-month-old Blitzen.

Julius Boehm's legacy continued in Garbusjuk family

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

In July, The Reporter printed “Boehm’s Candies: Remembering Julius Boehm.” That article took us through Boehms’ history from Julius’ birth in 1897 to his passing in December 1981. This explores what’s happened since.

Ex-boyfriend smashes car windows | THE BLOTTER

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

The following information was compiled from city of Issaquah and Sammamish police reports:

City rejects $3 million request from developer for Highlands retail

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

City Council gave a resounding “no” to the Highlands developer who asked for an unprecedented $3 million to complete a long-awaited business district.

Skip Rowley’s plan | Long-time developer has a vision for part of downtown Issaquah, but some wonder, ‘why the rush?’

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

When Issaquah wanted a new library on Front Street, it got developer Skip Rowley’s vote. When it wanted a new community center, it got his money. Now the city wants to redevelop its valley floor, marked by sprawling parking lots, and it has turned to Rowley’s vision of high-density and mixed-use buildings.

Reporter Q/A with newly elected Issaquah School Board member Anne Moore

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Anne Moore will be sworn onto the Issaquah School District board Dec. 14 as its newest member. A mother of three, she has two girls attending Issaquah High School. She’s participated in district PTSAs for 15 years, including serving on the PTSA Council. Once an electrical engineer at IBM, she is now a stay-at-home mom.

Issaquah has new community theater in Issaquah High School, Fiddler on the Roof open now

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

YWCA housing provides new chance at college for Issaquah mother

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Skyline girls rattle Redmond | Thursday prep roundup

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Skyline held Redmond to one point in the second quarter Wednesday en route to a 52-23 victory.

Skyline looks to build on last year's success | Girls basketball preview

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Last year’s ride to the state tournament is one the Skyline girls basketball team won’t soon forget. In fact, it’s something they’d love to duplicate in 2012.

Issaquah loaded with youth, athletes | Girls basketball preview

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

With seven seniors graduated from last year’s 17-7 team, the Issaquah girls basketball team certainly had some holes to fill in 2012.

Eastlake returns senior leadership | Girls basketball preview

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

With three starters returning from last year’s 21-4 team one thing is certain for the Eastlake girls basketball team in 2012 — the potential for success is high.

Eastside Catholic targets consistent success | Girls basketball preview

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

First-year Eastside Catholic girls basketball coach Cassandra Snyder is aware that it can take a team awhile to learn a new system.

Skyline boys bounce Redmond, 58-44 | Wednesday prep roundup

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Three Skyline players scored in double figures Tuesday en route to a 58-44 victory over Redmond.

Browne leads Skyline boys to win over Kennewick | Weekend roundup

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

A week ago, Max Browne quarterbacked Skyline to a state football championship. On Saturday, the Spartan junior helped Skyline to a victory on the basketball court.

Issaquah boys start season 4-0 | Saturday prep roundup

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Issaquah continued its hot start Friday night, beating Newport 62-47.

Issaquah wins third straight swim meet | Friday prep roundup

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

The Issaquah swim team won five individual events and all three relays Thursday afternoon, beating Inglemoor 103-82.

Liberty boys swim & dive | Season preview

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Issaquah High debuts new theater with 'Fiddler on the Roof'

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Issaquah High School christened its new stage last weekend with the opening of Fiddler on the Roof, a big performance for a giant stage, which gives plenty of foot room for the dancers.

Master Chorus Eastside sets Christmas concert

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Master Chorus Eastside will present The Many Worlds of Christmas at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Eastlake Performing Arts Center, Sammamish.

Youth theater presents 'Free to Be … You and Me'

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Youth Theatre Northwest will put kid power on the stage as it presents "Free to Be … You and Me" tonight through Dec. 18.

Art of Giving demos, art show all weekend in Issaquah

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

ArtEAST is hosting a weekend of gift-giving themed events throughout the weekend, starting Dec. 2.

Pacific Sound Chorus sets holiday concert

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Pacific Sound Chorus will perform “It’s the Holiday Season” at 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at East Shore Unitarian Church in Bellevue.

The Scene

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Help your child get along with others | Maria Chavez Wilcox | Childhaven

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

We’ve all been there. Your young son or daughter’s lack of social skills makes you cringe and maybe even worry a little bit. Will this child ever stop hitting and learn to “play well with others”?

Gluten Free Foodies

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

The Scene

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Focus Northwest

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Dead letters | It’s no surprise that the Postal Service is in serious financial troble | Editorial

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

When a business is facing $2.1 billion in debt, it’s natural that it will make dramatic changes. The U.S. Postal Service is no exception.

Taking responsibility to stop sexual abuse in children | What every parent should know | Patti Skelton-McGoughan | Parenting Lifeline

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

One theme that has emerged from the Penn State sexual abuse scandal is the importance of adults taking responsibility for reporting suspicions about child abuse to the proper authorities. But many adults are unsure about what they see or where to report it.

Today's Cartoon | Dec. 2

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:53:50 PST

Gov. Christine Gregoire is the new Grinch with her sales tax proposal.