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I would like to respond to a recent letter writer that states that health care reform is the…

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Annual art fair coming to Sammamish

Eastside artists will have their work for sale inside Sammamish City Hall on the weekend of October 10…

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Community Brief – Salmon Days volunteers

With Issaquah’s Salmon Days Event just weeks away, organizers are hosting a party to welcome all those who…

Sammamish Nights capped off the city’s 10th birthday celebrations earlier in the day.

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Sammamish Nights draws a big crowd to enjoy fine wine, dining, and music on the commons

Thanks to the help of dozens of volunteers, the Sammamish Commons next to City Hall was transformed into…

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Picky pupils – a few tips for healthy lunches

A few simple tips can pacify your picky pupil when it comes to lunch. “You cannot force a…

The carnival that took over Memorial Field was a highlight of Issaquah’s Labor Day celebrations. Those who attended as children remember spending their money on rides and sweets and being scared of the carnival workers. This undated photo appears to be from the late 1940s or early 1950s.

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Carneys and Queens – residents recall Labor Day, back in the day

Labor Day was once Issaquah’s big community celebration.

Emily Lawrence and Andrew Walker traveled across the globe as part of the Rotary organization’s student exchange program.

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Families reunited as students return

It was a good old-fashioned American barbeque - and it’s something returning exchange students who spent a year…

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Police bust Tiger Mountain pot-growing operation

Bellevue Police Wednesday helped bust a major marijuana-growing operation near the Tiger Mountain Summit, netting at least one…

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Event Calendar – Sept. 4

Events Issaquah Farmers Market: September 5 – Labor Day Weekend. The Dixie Kings Jazz Band will perform at…

Ahria

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Welcome back – students say hello to old friends and new as school year begins

Today, Wednesday, was the first day back at school for most students in the Issaquah and Lake Washington…

Citizens and elected officials have risen to the defense of the Gibson family of Issaquah

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Community rallies around family on the outer

The people of Issaquah and Sammamish are rallying behind one local family which, despite many years as an…

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City Brief: Depot parking lot closed this weekend

The parking lot at the Issaquah Train Depot will be closed from 10:30 p.m. Aug. 30 until noon…

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Sammamish City Council Candidate Q and A – August 28

The second in our series of Q and A sessions with the candidates for Sammamish City Council.

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Calendar – Issaquah and Sammamish

Events Sammamish Nights: hosted by the Sammamish Chamber of Commerce. A spectacular venue and evening of premier wine,…

Janice Batchelder prepares plates for seniors during the Tuesday lunch at the Issaquah Senior Center. Batchelder started volunteering twice a week about a month ago as a way to give back. Local organizations

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Students and seniors turn to volunteering in these troubled times

Summer has almost come and gone, and long after sunburns or tans fade, local organizations which depend on…

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City Brief: Beaver Lake discussions continue

Next week, Thursday, Sept. 3, the City of Sammamish will host the third in a series of public…

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City Brief: Sustainability event launches at Sammamish Farmers Market

This Wednesday, Sept. 2, the Sammamish Farmers Market will host the first annual Sustainable September event. Supported by…

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Parks a priority for Issaquah residents – a new pool would be nice too

It’s a fact; the residents of Issaquah enjoy their parks. From the neighborhood pocket parks, to the large…

Gestin Suttle

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As salmon run begins, hatchery continues work

On Monday, Aug. 24, the annual fall salmon run began, with the sighting of the first Chinook of…

Letters to the Editor

Health care

Thank you for saying what needed to be said to clarify the health care reform issue. It is…