artEAST Holiday Marketplace

artEAST Small Works Holiday Show

Sammamish Toastmasters Open House and Movie Screening

Registration for 2013 Eastlake Youth Lacrosse is NOW OPEN!

Update: Spring Snowstorm Shuts Down State Route 18 near Tiger Mountain

WSDOT re-opened State Highway 18 near Mirrormont Thursday evening after clearing away stranded motorists and plowing the roadway.

Who's Hiring in Sammamish and Issaquah?

Jobs are available in technology, retail, food service and more.

Cascade Elementary on Alert After 'Suspiscious' Person Spotted Near School

Sammamish Police say the man previously had businesses with a homeowner in the area and later left the neighborhood without incident.

Alison Meryweather appointed to school board

Experienced Issaquah PTSA leader Alison Meryweather to fill the vacant Director District 4 seat, left vacant after former Director Chad Magendanz resigned in January to serve in the State Legislature.

Snow in the Mix for Sammamish, Issaquah Overnight Into Thursday

Shortly before 10 p.m. Wednesday rain turned to a slushy snow mix as soccer players practiced on the Eastside.

Flower Baskets Return to Front Street in Downtown Issaquah

Twenty flower baskets will adorn Issaquah's historic Front Street this year as part of the Downtown Issaquah Association's efforts to beautify the area.

Group Plans to Build Memorial for Victims of Green River Killer Gary Ridgway

Seattle-based Organization for Prostitution Survivors is raising money to do outreach and fund the memorial.

Town Hall: Lawmakers of 45th District to Take Questions March 30 in Kirkland

State Sen. Andy Hill and state Reps. Larry Springer and Roger Goodman will host a town hall meeting Saturday, March 30 at Kirkland City Hall, providing updates on the 2013 Legislative session.

Frankensalmon? Several Grocery Chains Reportedly Say They Won't Sell It

A report on seattlepi.com says several grocery chains—including two with stores in Issaquah—have agreed not to sell genetically engineered Atlantic salmon, which are nearing federal approval.

Issaquah Man Arrested in 2011 Heroin Overdose Death Case

Resident Anthony Cho, 33, was booked into the King County Jail on Monday on suspicion of murder in a 2011 heroin overdose case in Bellevue.

Bears Already Roaming Foothills Thanks to Early Spring, Wildlife Officials Say

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reports abnormally early sightings of black bear in North Bend, Issaquah and Chelan County.

Do Sammamish Teens Have a Drunk Driving Problem?

Forty percent of the yearly drunk driving arrests in Sammamish involve people under the age of 21, according to local police.

VIDEO: King County Sheriff's Office Searching for Pregnant Burglar

Police say the woman broke into a house in North Bend last week.

State Reps. Goodman, Springer Hosting Telephone Town Hall Thursday

The two Kirkland legislators will take questions from participants during the telephone town hall on March 21 at 6 p.m.

TUESDAY: Ivar’s Restaurants Offering Birthday Discounts for $1.08

On March 19, guests can purchase one full-priced entrée and receive a second entrée from a special birthday menu for just $1.08, simply by exclaiming “Happy Birthday, Ivar” when placing the order.

Boys Lacrosse: Knostman hat trick leads Bainbridge boys past Skyline in lacrosse

Ryan Benz and Tristan Miller scored two goals each while goalkeeper Kyle Kuberski led the defensive effort with 13 saves in the 9-6 loss.

This Week's Featured Blogger: Janet Sailer

Check out the latest and greatest bloggers on Patch. Could you be featured next week?

Looking for Easter Events in Sammamish, Issaquah? Add Yours on Patch

Here are some events we know about. Whether it's Holy Week services, an egg hunt or an Easter brunch, we want to hear about yours and share it with the community. Post your events for free.

City Recognizes One of Their Own For Ruth Kees Environmental Award

Issaquah Interagency Coordinator Margaret Macleod was recognized mainly for her ability to lead efforts to secure millions of dollars in funding for land conservation and regional trail projects.

Letter: Do Section 8 Housing Vouchers Help or Hurt Employment?

Karen Levenson cites a U. of Wisconsin study to bolster her view in a letter to the editor that Section 8 vouchers actually hurts employment.

West Lake Sammamish Parkway Detour to Start March 19

A project that will add a trail along the west side of West Lake Sammamish Parkway means there will be road detours on southbound West Lake Sammamish Parkway at Southeast 34th Street.

Legislators Hold Town Hall Meeting Saturday in Sammamish, Newcastle

41st Legislative District Representatives Judy Clibborn, Marcie Maxwell and Sen. Steve Litzow will hold a public forum in Newcastle and Sammamish on Saturday, March 16.

520 Bridge Weekend Closure Canceled Due to Weather

The planned closure of the State Route 520 Bridge for March 15 -18. has been canceled due to weather, WSDOT announced Friday via Twitter.

Increased DUI Patrols on the Road for St. Patrick's Day Weekend

Police will increase DUI patrols all weekend as St. Patrick's Day, a day of revelry that often invoves alcohol, is celebrated this Sunday, March 17.

Car Erupts in Flames After Driver Flees From Police, Crashes Into Parked Cars

The 24-year-old driver was taken to Overlake Hospital Medical Center and is in satisfactory condition, police said.

Traffic Alert: I-405 Nighttime Lane Closures This Weekend Around SR 522

Up to three southbound I-405 lanes could be closed Saturday night from NE 128th in Kirkland north past SR 522. The work is part of the on-going project to widen I-405 and add express toll lanes.

Who's Hiring in Sammamish and Issaquah?

Jobs are available in retail, health care, education, technology and more.

Sammamish, Issaquah Kids to Join 15,000 at First-Ever 'We Day' in America

The youth empowerment event is a program of the group Free the Children and will feature Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll, Magic Johnson and celebrities such as Jennifer Hudson, Martin Sheen and Nellie Furtado.

Patch Picks: Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Sammamish and Issaquah

Do you know of a party we missed? Share it with your neighbors in the comments section.

St. Joseph Reflects on Humility as New Pope Named

The Issaquah parish plans a Mass of Thanksgiving at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Flood Watch Issued for Sammamish and Issaquah as 'Pineapple Express' Moves In

Steady rainfall is expected throughout Western Washington this week.

Viral YouTube Video Brings Fame, But Not Fortune, for Sammamish Boy

Jonathan Carollo and his family have reportedly earned $400 from ads that appear before a popular video of him playing the drums on a washing machine.

Ribbon Cutting Wednesday Night for New Eastlake Sports Field

The $1.9-million project added lights and new astroturf to Eastlake's only dedicated baseball field. It is available for both community and student use.

Eastside Firefighters Conquer 69 Flights of Columbia Tower

Firefighter John Schreiber of Local 2878 finished 55th out of 1,473 firefighters to climb the 69 flights of the Columbia Tower on Sunday.

Issaquah Police Search for Armed Robbery Suspect

Police say the woman pulled what looked like a gun, then a knife on a convenience store clerk.

Transportation Efficiency: Lake Washington, Issaquah School Districts Score 100 Percent

“There is a trade-off in the level of service for this efficiency,” said Janene Fogard, deputy superintendent for LWSD operational services. “We have to balance efficiency with ensuring reasonable lengths of bus rides and walks to bus stops."