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Challenge Races in Issaquah let children with special needs stand in the limelight

Being able to walk down a street without getting stares or socialize in a group without being treated…

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Local trailhead gets a new identity

Cougar Mountain's Anti-Aircraft Peak Trailhead is, as of last week, known as the Harvey Manning Trailhead.

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Issaquah hires new parks, recreation director

The city of Issaquah will be welcoming a new face to the team.

Time for school already? A string of reports of juveniles misbehaving | Issaquah Police Blotter June 24-30

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Time for school already? A string of reports of juveniles misbehaving | Issaquah Police Blotter June 24-30

The blotter consists of officers' accounts of crimes and other incidents in the city of Issaquah. Persons arrested…

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Local CERT instructor honored with Governor’s Volunteer Service Award

Getting ready for a potential 9.0 earthquake isn't something many western Washingtonians think about on a daily basis.

Board extends Issaquah superintendent Thiele’s term, approves raise in salary

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Board extends Issaquah superintendent Thiele’s term, approves raise in salary

The Issaquah School Board extended Superintendent Ron Thiele's term by another year to June 30, 2019 at last…

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Arson threats and a prevalence of people sleeping in cars | Issaquah Police Blotter June 17-24

The blotter consists of officers' accounts of crimes and other incidents in the city of Issaquah. Persons arrested…

Photo courtesy of city of IssaquahSasquatch befriended locals and tourists alike at Salmon Days 2014.

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Issaquah’s tourism efforts win two awards

The city of Issaquah won two national awards for its successful tourism campaign.

Chickens on the run, sleepers on the street, and an argument over a tree | Issaquah Police Blotter June 10-17

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Chickens on the run, sleepers on the street, and an argument over a tree | Issaquah Police Blotter June 10-17

The blotter consists of officers' accounts of crimes and incidents in the city of Issaquah. Anyone arrested is…

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Museum solves 30-year family history mystery

The Issaquah History Museum recently solved a 30-year-long genealogy mystery.

Issaquah School District considers new start schedule

Issaquah School District considers new start schedule

The Issaquah School District is currently looking to change start and end times for elementary, middle and high…

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Issaquah Council caps marijuana retailers, reduces buffer between pot stores

The Issaquah City Council unanimously capped the number of marijuana retailers allowed in the city, amongst other amendments…

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World’s biggest cruise lines tap Issaquah business for video system

The world's biggest cruise lines have picked up a video scheduling system that a local business designed.

Issaquah Council approves transportation plan that outlines 16 projects

The Issaquah City Council unanimously approved the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, or TIP, after listening to citizen's views…

Nicole Jennings/staff photoThe American flag at Issaquah City Hall flew at half-mast this week.

Eastsiders show solidarity after Orlando attack

Orlando may be 2,500 miles away, but distance in no way minimizes the acuteness of the shock, pain…

Issaquah School District to work on host of new projects following bond passage

After the recent passage of the $533.5 million bond for school construction and maintenance, the Issaquah School District…

A two-month restriction of on-street parking on Front Street began this week as part of Issaquah’s summer 2016 street improvements project. Contributed photo

Temporary parking restriction, street construction causes concerns for Issaquah businesses

A two-month restriction of on-street parking on Front Street began this week as part of Issaquah's summer 2016…

A 53-year-old Maple Valley man was killed in a head-on crash after an erratic driver evading police struck his vehicle on Tuesday near Issaquah. Contributed photo

Suspect released from jail after deadly collision

A 27-year-old Tacoma man who was jailed after causing a fatal car accident in Issaquah on Tuesday was…