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Pilot chemical clean-up program will begin development in 2020

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Pilot chemical clean-up program will begin development in 2020

Issaquah, EFR, and the Department of Ecology will create a PFAS clean-up program in 2020.

Rep. Tana Senn talks about work done on housing in the legislative session. Evan Pappas/Staff Photo

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Eastside legislators discuss 2019 legislative session in Snoqualmie

Elected officials gave some insight into the legislative session and what to look for in the future.

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Issaquah brings blues to downtown

Issaquah will host its fifth annual Gas Station Blues series.

Issaquah considers new funding method for transportation improvement projects

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Issaquah considers new funding method for transportation improvement projects

Council has voted to assume the powers of the Transportation Benefit District to fund new projects.

Attendees of the Drag Queen Story Hour at the Fairwood Library exit the event. A walkway was held open for them by supporters while protesters held signs condemning the event behind them. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo

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Tensions run high at Renton library over Drag Queen Story Hour

Supporters and protesters traded chants at June 27 event.

Opposition and supporters of Drag Queen Story Hour make showing in Issaquah

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Opposition and supporters of Drag Queen Story Hour make showing in Issaquah

A lack of police at a recent county library board meeting led some to feel intimidated.

Among 9 other candidates, Inslee gets his 6 minutes of fame

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Among 9 other candidates, Inslee gets his 6 minutes of fame

Here’s what the governor, a longshot presidential candidate, said in Miami Wednesday night.

Issaquah and Sammamish partner for watershed analysis

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Issaquah and Sammamish partner for watershed analysis

Cities will work together to develop a Laughing Jacobs Creek Basin Plan.

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King County examines gun violence trends

Nearly 77 percent of shooting victims so far this year in county have been people of color.

In this file photo, marchers make their way from Trinity Episcopal Church in Everett on Feb. 26, 2017. Muslim refugees’ admissions into the U.S. have declined by 85 percent since the Trump administration came into power in 2017, according to the International Rescue Committee. Sound Publishing file photo

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Report: Fewer refugees settling in U.S. and Washington state

Admissions are on pace to only reach around one-fifth of their limit in 2019.

From Olympia to Bellingham: Tiny home villages offer a path toward permanent housing

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From Olympia to Bellingham: Tiny home villages offer a path toward permanent housing

Beginning talks happening on Eastside village partnership.

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Burning moratorium runs through Sept. 30

Annual burning ban rules outlined; contact info provided.

Issaquah’s Salmon Days celebrates 50 years

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Issaquah’s Salmon Days celebrates 50 years

Annual event also raises awareness of environmental impact on salmon.

A high tide at Raymond’s Willapa Landing Park in Grays Harbor County, Washington. Sound Publishing file photo

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On the West Coast, Washington is most prone to sea level rise damage

Report by the Center for Climate Integrity shows multibillion-dollar cost of battling back the sea.

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Buckle up for another smoky summer

Wildfires in Washington will likely roar back this year and into the future.

Encompass is among local nonprofit organizations that has received assistance from Issaquah’s Community Fund. Encompass provides opportunities for children such as early learning, pediatric therapy and family enrichment, according to its website. Courtesy photo

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Community Fund program for Issaquah nonprofits open until June 28

Grant program provides financial support for upcoming projects.

Public hearing for 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan set for July 1

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Public hearing for 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan set for July 1

Issaquah has begun its update to the six-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2020-2025.

Eastside cities voice their support for gun violence prevention efforts

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Eastside cities voice their support for gun violence prevention efforts

Issaquah, Sammamish and Snoqualmie mayors make official proclamations.

What’s next for Washington’s 2045 green energy goal?

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What’s next for Washington’s 2045 green energy goal?

The Legislature set the goal, but how does the state actually get there?

Richard Sanford publishes his fifth book, “The Soul Snatchers.” Courtesy photo

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Issaquah author publishes new sci-fi novel

30-year Issaquah resident, Richard Sanford, publishes fifth novel.