Sammamish’s separation with longtime city manager draws council criticism

In a 5-2 vote, the council approved a separation agreement with Howard at their July 17 meeting.

The reason for a cougar attack in May near North Bend which left one man dead and another injured remains a mystery after an autopsy revealed the animal had no sign of disease. Photo from publicdomainpictures.net

Killer North Bend cougar showed no signs of disease

Autopsy sheds no light on why a cougar attacked near North Bend leaving one dead.

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Issaquah author publishes new murder mystery novel

‘Murder in the Melting Pot’ is set in Yakima Valley

Big Block Brewing looking to open in Redmond this month

The Sammamish-based brewery is expanding into the old Hi-Fi Brewing location.

Issaquah Chamber of Commerce hosts primary election candidate forum

The Issaquah Chamber of Commerce held their own primary election candidate forum on July 12

Numerous complaints against King County Sheriff’s deputies for issues like excessive force and improper search and seizure weren’t investigated due to internal misclassification, a new report says. Photo by Oran Viriyincy/Flickr
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Report finds complaints against King County sheriff’s deputies weren’t investigated

An outside review says that allegations of excessive force and racially-biased policing weren’t pursued.

Are Seattle Eastside Home Prices Headed Down?

What’s happening in the market, where are prices headed

The Sammamish Little League 10U all-star team defeated the North Bothell all-stars 5-0 in state championship game on July 14. Photo courtesy of Edward Goldthwait

10U all-star baseball team wins a state championship

Sammamish Little League squad finishes the summer with an undefeated record.

Primary voting begins Friday, and all 39 Washington counties will provide free ballot return postage

Voters in every county can return ballots via the U.S. Postal Service without paying for a stamp.

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Men in black hoodies seen stealing packages | Police blotter

The Sammamish police blotter for July 9 through 14.

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Eastside Fire & Rescue welcomes new Community Liaison Officer

The position was filled by Captain Steve Johnson when he began the assignment on July.

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Rabid bat found near Woodinville

County health officials urge anyone who may have been exposed to the bat to seek treatment.

 

Issaquah Council approves traffic calming plan for Olde Town

Issaquah council approved a $310,000 funding request for the initiative at its July 2 meeting.

 

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Train Derailment Results in Urgent Plea for Blood Donors

Emergency making huge demands on community supply.

 

AG Ferguson, Amazon sue over “get rich quick” scam

Customers promised easy income, but got empty promises instead.

 

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New phone scam targets Washington businesses

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Going outside of the comfort zone

Sound Publishing sportswriter Shaun Scott discusses his affinity for hot yoga.

 

The Eastlake High School boys basketball youth camp took place from July 9-12 at Eastlake High School in Sammamish. Photo courtesy of Eastlake Wolves boys basketball program

Eastlake boys basketball camp is a tradition in Sammamish

Current players mentor future Wolves on the hardwood.

 

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Are Seattle & Eastside Home Prices Headed Down?

What’s happening in the market, where are prices headed

 

Domestic violence IS preventable: July 21’s Refuse To Abuse 5k is a unique run/walk through every level of Safeco Field, from the players’ tunnel to the final lap around the field.

LifeWire provides a lifeline for woman fleeing abuse

Refuse to Abuse 5K at Safeco Field raises funds and awareness to fight domestic violence

 

Join the July 21 Refuse To Abuse 5k, a joint event from the Seattle Mariners and the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

Survivor shares message of strength: Domestic violence is preventable

Lace up for the Refuse to Abuse 5k, July 21 at Safeco Stadium

 

The Refuse to Abuse 5k, at Safeco Field July 21, supports the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Ben VanHouten photo

Step out – and onto Safeco Field! – to help put an end to domestic violence

Start the discussion and register today for the Refuse to Abuse 5K

 

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Freedom to feel safe | Reporter’s Desk

Let’s not forget that July 4 is a day that celebrates the freedoms we have in this country.

 

News Analysis

State Dems may abandon caucus chaos in time for 2020

Washington also is considering becoming more significant by moving its primary to early March.

 

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The man on Iron Mountain

Chuck Pillon has been living on a 10-acre junk-filled property near Renton for decades.

 

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