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Sammamish Kiwanis to meet with political candidates

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

With candidates on the campaign trail, the Sammamish Kiwanis Club has invited prospective representatives to meet with the vital local community group to discuss pertinent issues and press their case for election.

Lawsuit claims Sammamish Mayor Don Gerend kept $860,000 from Lacey land deal

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

A Seattle-based law firm filed a lawsuit against Sammamish Mayor Don Gerend and his wife Susan Tuesday morning, alleging Don Gerend kept $862,000 that wasn't his, the profits of a land sale deal in Lacey in the 1990s in which the plantiff and Gerend were involved.

Developers encouraged to consider community uses for vacant land in the Issaquah Highlands

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

In 2007, a development company called Onni announced big plans for a site it owned in downtown Vancouver. The property, half a city-block in the heart of Vancouver's Granville Street, had some old commercial businesses on it, a smash repairers, a trampoline factory. Onni pulled them down, cleared away the rubble, and cleaned up the site for the long period of waiting that usually accompanies raising money and getting permits for big development projects.

First day back a nervous time for new teachers too

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

The first day of school is usually a nervous time for new students. Over a rushed breakfast, checking new backpacks and pencil cases and lunch boxes, there are often fears, sometimes tears, as young students bravely face the unknown.

Truck fire on I-90 in Issaquah delays morning commute

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

A semi-trailer truck caught on fire at 6:41 a.m. on Interstate 90 just east of the Sunset Way exit in Issaquah this morning, causing delays for commuters.

Mayor seeks community input on city administrator candidates

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

The Issaquah Mayor’s office has narrowed the candidate pool for the vacant city administrator job to six, and they want you to have a chance to ask them questions.

Rain returns as students head back to school

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Controlled chaos reigned as children returned to Grand Ridge Elementary School in the Issaquah Highlands on Tuesday amid wind and rain.

Sammamish cops to target speeders in school zones

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

In the past, a number of schools have expressed concerns that the safety of young students and pedestrians is being threatened by motorists who ignore the 20 miles per hour school zones. Do so this year, and you can expect a hefty fine, said Sammamish Police Chief Nate Elledge.

Lane closures on East Lake Sammamish Parkway

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

With construction workers eager to make the most of this small window of good weather, single-lane closures will be in place on East Lake Sammamish Parkway between NE 18th Place and the 2200 block, this week Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

I-405 off-ramp closed tonight

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Work crews will close the off-ramp from southbound I-405 to northbound SR 167 (Rainier Ave S.) to repair a concrete barrier and attenuator damaged earlier today by a collision.

Skyline focused on three-peat | Girls soccer preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Sure, team goals are high for the two-time defending state champion Skyline girls soccer team in 2010.

Issaquah at a glance | Girls soccer preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Lowdown: After suffering a heart-breaking 2-1 loss by way of penalty kicks to rival Skyline in the 2009 state championship, Issaquah is ready for another go-around.

Eastside Catholic at a glance | Girls soccer preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Lowdown: Eastside Catholic started the 2009 campaign hot before running into a slew of problems. The Crusaders won their first six games, then lost players to injuries, concussions and the flu.

Eastlake at a glance | Girls soccer preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Lowdown: Eastlake, which finished last season 14-5-1 after losing to Kentwood in the opening round of the 4A state tournament, enters the 2010 season with question marks. The Wolves graduated several key components off of last year's squad, including five Division I players.

Kasen Williams picks the University of Washington

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Goals remain the same for young Skyline squad | Football preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Mix the graduation of one of the most highly-profiled quarterbacks in state history with the graduation of a team's top seven linemen, top two running backs and the starting linebacker corps and it might spell doom and gloom for some high-school football programs.

Eastlake boasts big, strong, experienced line | Football preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Eastside Catholic focused on one game at a time | Football preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Second-year Eastside Catholic head coach Jason Gesser is asking his football team to follow a simple rule in 2010 — take the season one game at a time.

Sammamish mayor serves up support for life-long passion

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Whether guiding a city council meeting, serving on one of five regional committees, or working in the real estate industry, free time is at a premium for Sammamish mayor Don Gerend.

Issaquah honed in on return trip to postseason | Football preview

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Nobody really talks about it — but then again, the goal never really changes for the Issaquah football team.

Sammamish’s summer spectacular returns

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

The people who live there know — Sammamish is a place that has changed a lot over the past 10 years.

Free concert features local phenoms

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

POPs! Goes Issaquah, an annual free concert sponsored by Rowley Properties, will feature the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra and conductor R. Joseph Scott on Friday, Aug. 27.

Modern landscapes a feature of new Pogacha show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

The oil paintings and reproductions of Seattle artists Scott Ward will go on display at a local restaurant, Pogacha of Issaquah, at the end of this month.

Railroad Days in Snoqualmie Aug. 20

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

The Northwest Railway Museum invites you to enjoy a special weekday train ride aboard its vintage train Aug. 20 in Snoqualmie.

The Scene

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

A taste of Tastin’ n Racin’ on Lake Sammamish

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:02 PDT

Krishna Festival in Sammamish about more than religion

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Driving along 228th Avenue SE in Sammamish on any given day, it’s hard to miss the Vedic Cultural Center. The salmon-pink structure wrapped in a blanket of evergreen trees stands out amongst the tan, beige and ecru homes of the Plateau.

Snoqualmie Ridge brings out the stars again

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Golf fans in Issaquah and Sammamish have had a field day of late. Just weeks after Sammamish's Sahalee County Club hosted the 2010 US Senior Open, featuring dozens of the world's best golfers, the Boeing Classic at TPC Snoqualmie Ridge last week brought the stars out again.

More than 4,000 expected for celebration of India tonight

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

The Vedic Cultural Center ramped up its celebration of the birth of Krishna, a deity worshipped by those of the Hindu faith, and the dance, music and poetry of India as the Kumbha Mela festival approached its climax this week.

Gluten Free Foodies

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Sammamish native uses computer business to tackle inequality in El Salvador

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Experience the culture of India

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

All Sammamish residents are welcome to attend Kumbha Mela, a celebration of Indian culture, at the Vedic Cultural Center this weekend.

Mother/daughter book club in Sammamish

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Mother Daughter Book Club - for girls 10 to 13 and their mothers.

Symetra employees get hands dirty for non-profits

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

This week, 200 employees of the Bellevue-based Symetra Financial got out of their offices and into their communities to help paint, clean and landscape for 11 non-profit organizations, including Issaquah’s Village Theatre.

Fabric becomes art at Providence Marianwood Gallery

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Providence Marianwood and artEAST are co-sponsoring the Vibrant Threads exhibition, which will feature textile works by local artists Anne Anderson, Sharlet Driggs, and Susan Olds.

Exploring Sammamish - walk changed to Aug. 28

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Saturday, Aug. 28, the City of Sammamish will the latest in its series of Sammamish Walks, exploring the parks and trails of the Plateau.

This is not your father’s Rotary

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

My impression of Rotary was peppered with vague childhood memories of my father’s participation a long time ago; old guys, business leaders, and wasn’t there some kind of secret handshake?

Developer addresses Highlands TDR deal

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Working together to preserve valuable open space enhances the quality of life for all.

Cell out

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Now we have cell tower standards which codify corporate insensitivity to the impact they have on neighborhoods, stamped with the approval of our elected representatives.

Towering over the citizens

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

The watchdogs

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

More than the specific concerns about traffic, and landscaping, retail activity or stormwater mitigation, the feeling I got from watching Monday night’s public meeting about the Issaquah Highlands TDR is that the residents don’t trust the managers of their community.

Rotary says thanks

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

The Rotary Club of Sammamish would like to publicly acknowledge the exceptional support from Sammamish area businesses and individuals for Rotary’s 7th annual 2010 Challenge Race.

Bring the signs down

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Now that the primary election is over and the top-two winners have been chosen for November, the sad vestiges of the campaigns linger on.

Back in the day

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

I appreciate Ms. Barbara Raabe remembering me from my time as mayor back in the 1990s ("Same old story," The Reporter, Aug. 27), but my recollection differs somewhat from hers. Maybe because my viewpoint is/was different.

Condescending councilor

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

The winner of the Most Condescending Speech of the Month award goes to Issaquah councilmember Tola Marts.

Hold the phone

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

The Sammamish Planning Commission asked the staff for a number of things to fix the ordinance, but the staff couldn’t find the time to comply with the requests due to workload and a lack of resources

Of mutual benefit

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Port Blakely welcomes and encourages open and honest discussion about the future of the Issaquah Highlands community. But we are concerned as the conversation appears to have taken a misguided turn.

Cell out

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Now we have cell tower standards which codify corporate insensitivity to the impact they have on neighborhoods, stamped with the approval of our elected representatives.

A history lesson on the Issaquah Highlands

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Judd Kirk was the representative for Port Blakely then, so it does not surprise me now that he is still pushing for the most density in this former bucolic area.

Not a ruined landscape

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Highlanders raise up

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:19:03 PDT

Today I am full of pride and disappointment.