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Park Pointe default not much of an opening for conservation groups

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Despite a notice of loan default issued to developer Wellington Parke Pointe LLC, the planned Park Pointe development continues to move forward as far as the City of Issaquah and other local organizations are concerned.

Sewer district trying to seize window of opportunity to get 20th street project done cheaply

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Having to pay upwards of $35,000 per household to be connected to a new sewer system may not seem like a prudent financial decision for many residents of Southeast 20th Street in Sammamish.

County moves to secure long term future of important land

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The continued conservation of almost 150,000 acres of rural land currently under public ownership or development control will be more secure with the passing of an amendment to the King County charter concerning open spaces.

Gilman Village businesses benefit from ArtWalk partnership

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The shops at Gilman Village are known for offering boutique quality items and now more people are finding that out.

Issaquah School District, frustrated by state, postpones math curriculum adoption

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The Issaquah School District (ISD) will delay adopting a new high school math curriculum for a year. The delay will allow the district to review the process used thus far, as well as to wait to hear what the state decides.

Sign code decision could change our horizons

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

On Thursday night the City of Sammamish Planning Commission discussed changing the city’s sign code to allow for electronic reader board signs at schools.

Fire station at Transit Center moves forward

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The City of Issaquah’s Planning Department Development Commission held a community conference on Wednesday to discuss the planned Fire Station #72, to be located at the Issaquah Transit Center site on NW Maple Street.

Repaving projects begin soon in Issaquah

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Application for a medical building in north Issaquah ticks all planning boxes

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Issaquah Highlands Parade

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Pixler dominates at collegiate level

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The awards keep piling up for Seattle Pacific University distance runner and Eastlake alum, Jessica Pixler.

Pair of walk-off wins gets Lakeside legion baseball back on track

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Rogers, Zadeh and Penberthy lead offense, string together key wins

East quarterback steers team to win in All-Star game

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Four area players took part in the East-West All-Star football game, featuring the best high school seniors in the state, in Everett on Saturday.

Reyer twirls way to four state titles, two grand championships

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Sammamish resident Emily Reyer, 14, has continued her success in baton twirling this past year, capping it off with four state titles and two grand championships May 30 at the Washington state championships in the Tri Cities.

Boyd selected to attend 18U national team trials

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Matt Boyd, a 2009 Eastside Catholic graduate and soon to be member of the Oregon State University baseball team, has been selected to attend the 18 and under national baseball team trials in September.

Fastpitch team nabs second in state

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The Issaquah Flame U10 fastpitch team played in the NSA (National Softball Association) State Tournament over the weekend ending with an overall record of 5-2 to finish second in the Class “B” Division.

Sun, surf not needed for local wakesurfing

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Love to surf, but live in the Northwest? No big waves are no problem with wakesurfing, a fast-growing water sport that has made its way to the Pacific Northwest and forged a legion of followers on Lake Sammamish.

Sports briefs | East-West All-State football game is Saturday

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Four area football players will compete in Saturday’s annual East-West All-State game. Issaquah lineman Dillon Reagan and tight end Sean Stuby will represent the Eagles.

Issaquah Silver lacrosse team takes Battle of Bothell

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

One Issaquah lacrosse team walked away with a championship last weekend and another finished second during the fifth annual Battle of Bothell.

Local volleyball talent put on display at Junior Olympics

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Young actors, directors to present West Side Story

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Village Theatre Kidstage’s Summer Independent will take on a classic this summer, when they produce the musical West Side Story.

Chocolate, Wine and All That Jazz

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

The 21st annual “Chocolate, Wine and All That Jazz” event will be held on Thursday, July 23, at Boehm’s Candies in Issaquah from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Life, love, and song

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Every now and then a musical group comes to the Eastside that is unlike any that have gone before it.

Fourth of July celebrations

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Next Saturday will be July 4, and the cities of Sammamish and Issaquah will stage a number of events for area residents.

City to screen King Corn doco as part of film series

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Fenders on Front Street

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

This Sunday, Issaquah has a treat in store for car lovers, with over 900 vintage and classic cars, street vendors and a swap meet all part of Fenders on Front Street.

A taste of Tastin’ n Racin’ on Lake Sammamish

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:45 PDT

Interview with Carole Butkus from the Washington Business Center

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Last week Carole Butkus of the Washington Business Center spoke with the The Reporter about the new training and counseling services for business owners being offered through the Sammamish Chamber of Commerce, as well as how things are looking at the moment for small business owners on the Eastside.

Chamber to help small businesses drive revival

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Whether or not the modern economy has much to do with ancient greek mythology, these days economists and analysts are remembering the story about the phoenix rising from the ashes.

Realtor talking with retailers for now vacant Joe’s building

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

First Western Properties, the company which manages the building recently vacated by Joe’s Sporting Goods, has confirmed that it is in negotiations with a number of large retailers.

Plateau construction company puts the polish on Sammamish city hall

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Visitors to the Sammamish City Hall will have noticed the place got a bit of a facelift recently, utilizing the expertise of local company Fishtail Construction.

Local dentist named president-elect of national group

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Local Issaquah pediatric dentist, Dr. John Liu, was recently installed as the president-elect for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) during the groups annual meeting at the end of May.

Sammamish Mom explores safe web service for young children

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

With kids almost out of school and more free time on their hands, parents are often worried about their safety on the computer.

Students redefine the art of recycling

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

It’s a difficult task - turning a trash bin into something fun. But two groups of students have done just that, and have been rewarded for their creative endeavor with $250 to put toward an environmental project of their choice.

Handmade clothing store keeps fashion recycling in Issaquah

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Blame it on the kids, Carisa Burchak says. They are the inspiration and reason behind the Gilman Village shop X Marks the Tot.

Fireworks sales fund charitable missions to Mexico

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Teen Fest energy keeps the gray skies away

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

An estimated 500 teenagers turned out for the second annual Sammamish Teen Fest last Friday.

Socializing puppies early helps prevent aggression

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Boarders for Christ hold annual skate competition

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Boarders for Christ held their annual skate competition on June 19 at the Sammamish Skate Park.

Teen Fest this Friday

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Ahead of their groundbreaking gig at Seattle live music institution El Corazon later this month, the band with the best name in rock, Issaquah’s own “If I Were A Gladiator” will be one of the big draws at the City of Sammamish Teen Fest this Friday, June 19.

Leaders of the New School

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

The real impact of the budget cuts handed down to school districts around our state still remains to be seen, but parents and teachers alike are watching closely to see what’s ahead.

Girl scouts put blood, sweat, but not tears, into donor drive

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Only 3 out of every 100 people in America donate blood, but in just one hour’s time, a person can donate a unit of blood that could help save multiple lives.

Free trade could help lift us out of current economic mire

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

As lawmakers continue to debate solutions to revive our ailing economy, a pillar of recovery that must not be forgotten is the vital role free trade plays in growing our economy and creating jobs.

Automatic voter registration: an idea whose time has come

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Voting shouldn’t be hard. That simple four word sentence is a complaint I repeatedly hear from people when I ask them about participating in our state and our country’s democratic process.

Habitat, for Humanity

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

There’s this great sandwich place a few blocks from my office where I go a couple of times a week. You probably know it - it’s one of those big chain places that I try to avoid when I can, but hey, they make a great feed.

We need a new way of moving

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:46 PDT

Most people experience some frustration with the Puget Sound region’s sluggish response to its transportation problems. Recently, both voters and leaders have been split on whether to invest in roads or in transit.

Democrats fall behind

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:47 PDT

A KING 5 poll of the King County Executive race shows that Susan Hutchison, the former news anchor, is still riding high on her massive name recognition advantage.

No gas station

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:47 PDT

A gas station? Please say it ain’t so! Over a decade ago, many Issaquah residents questioned the wisdom of building an urban village upon densely forested hillsides that were riddled with wetlands and abutted the county’s rural border.

Sad day for Freed House

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:47 PDT

It is with deep sadness, frustration and overall bewilderment that I write.

Gun and pillow

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:47 PDT

No economic plan

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:47 PDT

Without significant change in economic policies, Sammamish will not be able to maintain and develop infrastructure, provide adequate levels of service, and protect the value of Sammamish properties and homes. Here are the facts.

Sammamish: Proposal to buy library site is a smart move

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:47 PDT

I have to respond to John Burg’s accusatory letter in a recent newspaper publication where he scolds our Sammamish City Council of ‘rolling over to the King County Library District for $5 Million to buy the existing library ... ’ I am concerned his easy misconception of the situation is shared by others and will interfere with the ability of Sammamish residents to make an educated decision when voting on the bond proposal in November.