Eastlake Dance Team Takes Two of Three at Edmonds-Woodway

The team will host a competition Feb. 2.

Agathie Christie's 'The Mousetrap' is a Perfect Storm of Character and Plot

It's easy to see why the famous murder mystery is the longest running show in modern theater history.

Eastlake Football Tabs Don Bartel for 2013 Coach Position

The Wolves Athletic program announced Bartel's selection via Twitter Thursday evening.

Do Talks of an Assault Weapons Ban Have You Making a Gun Run?

Gun shops in the Seattle region have been swamped with customers since President Obama revived talk of an assault weapons ban last month.

Longtime Firefighters Retire from EF&R

Lieutenant Maureen "Mo" Dunn and Lieutenant Kerry Canady, with a combined 50 years experience, retired in December, 2012.

Eastgate Public Health Center to Offer Free Flu Vaccination Clinics

People without health insurance can get access to the flu vaccine.

Fish and Wildlife Police Seek Tips on Bald Eagle Slaughter at Granite Falls

A $3,750 reward is offered for tips that lead to the arrest and conviction of an unknown subject who shot and killed at least three bald eagles around Jan. 9 near Granite Falls.

State Liquor Board Releases Dates for I-502 Public Forums

The Washington State Liquor Control Board (WSLCB) has adopted a tentative timeline for implementation of Initiative 502 and will hold public forums on the topic starting later this month, according to an email sent by the WSLCB Monday.

$100 K Reward Offered for Alleged AK-47 Bandit, Tied to North Bend Robbery

A $100,000 reward is being offered for the suspect, who also is wanted in a Chino, CA, bank robbery in which an officer was shot, police and FBI officials said.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service: Projects in Issaquah and Nearby

Are you looking for a Day of Service project in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.? The Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank needs volunteers for its Day of Service project, as do other Eastside organizations.

FAA Temporarily Grounds All Boeing 787 Dreamliner Jets

The announcement comes hours after a 787 made an emergency landing in Japan due to apparent battery problems.

Ten Ways to Avoid a Packed Lunch Slump

Are your kids tired of the same old bagged lunches? Spice things up with homemade Lunchables and bento boxes.

Lake Washington School District Seeks Volunteers

Schools throughout Sammamish, Kirkland and Redmond are seeking volunteers to help meet a growing need. Currently, lunch buddies, classroom helpers and academic mentors are needed in all grade levels.

Do You Know an Earth Hero at School?

King County is accepting nominations for the program that honors outstanding efforts to educate youth, protect environment; Nominations are due Feb. 23, and winners will be honored during Earth Week

Sammamish, Issaquah Teachers Achieve National Board Certification

Dozens more teachers are now among the 326 in the neighboring districts who are National Board Certified.

Highlands Home Sold for $1.3 Million: Sold in Issaquah

The following home sales were closed in Issaquah between Dec. 29 and Jan. 7.

Pine Lake Home Sold for $1.3 Million: Sold in Sammamish

The following home sales were closed in Sammamish between Dec. 29 and Jan. 7.

Tech Expert to Talk Cyber Safety at Eastlake High School

"Cyber Safety and Social Media Risks — What Every Family Needs to Know" will be presented at four schools, including Redmond High School.

Dress Up Your Pet Day: Share Your Furry Photos

Houndstooth on your hound? Rain slicker on your rat terrier? Share your favorite snap of your pet dressed up for National Dress Your Pet Day.

Flu Season 2013: Prepare Your Business & Employees

The US Small Business Administration offers tips for employers to keep the flu under control at the office.

Fire Destroys Mirrormont Home: Eastside Fire and Rescue Responses

The following information is provided by Eastside Fire and Rescue for Jan. 4-10.

VIDEO—Craig Terrill: You're The Best Fans In The NFL

Hundreds of Seahawks fans rallied in Renton Friday as the team headed to Atlanta; City officials make game day predictions.

Update: Amber Alert Canceled, 8-Year-Old Kent Girl Found

An Amber Alert was issued for 8-year-old Anh Nguyen-Duffy, Friday but as of Friday night, she has reportedly been located.

Cold Temps Lead to Icy Roads: Special Weather Statement Issued for Puget Sound

Icy roads will present a travel hazard at least through Sunday, according to the National Weather Service Seattle.

Sammamish Ace Hardware Owner Continues Uphill Climb

Owner Tim Koch said the city is still considering a development agreement, and lawyers for the city and the store plan to meet before the next council meeting.

Ramiro Valderrama Named New Sammamish Deputy Mayor

Valderrama takes over the position from councilmember John James, who served a one-year term.

Cold Snap Forecast for Seattle Area; Severe Weather Shelters Now Open

Temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-20s Thursday and Friday nights.

State Explores Pay-by-the-Mile Alternative to Gas Tax—What Do You Think?

Transportation officials say a fresh approach is needed as gas-tax revenues continue to decline.

Issaquah School District's Steve Rasmussen to Retire

Rasmussen has been the district's superintendent since 2007.

Police Arrest Sammamish Teen in Issaquah High School Gun Hoax

An 18-year-old Sammamish teen was arrested after allegedly falsely reporting a man with a gun on the Issaquah High School campus.

Renton Hosts Seahawks Send-Off Rally Friday

Join Blitz and the Sea Gals Friday afternoon for a barbecue and Seahawks send-off party at Renton City Hall.

Update: Lockdown Lifted, Student Report False

Issaquah School District is reporting that Issaquah High School and Tiger Mountain High School are in lockdown while it investigates a student report.

Ammunition Found at Issaquah High School, No Weapon Suspected

School officials said there was never any sign of a firearm at the school after a student found ammunition in a hallway Monday.

Wind Advisory Issued for Sammamish, Issaquah

Local sustained winds of 30-35 mph and gusts of 45-50 mph are likely, which could bring down small trees and branches and cause local power outages, but overnight snow appears less likely.

Issaquah Bike Adventures Guide Among Rescuers at Icy White River Accident

Jeff Barth, of Preston, was among five men who assisted in the rescue of two occupants of a vehicle that tumbled into the White River Friday after slipping off State Route 410 near Federation Forest State Park.

Three Snohomish County Women Die of Flu

Six deaths now have been reported in Washington state this flu season.

Letter to the Editor: Connectivity is a Complex Sammamish Issue

Richard Kuprewicz writes that attending tonight's Citizen's For Sammamish meeting is a good way to learn more about issues such as traffic mitigation on 32nd Street SE.

Cascade Foothills Could See Snow by Mid-Week

The mountain passes, meanwhile, are expected to get heavy snow on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Lake Sammamish Home Sold for $3.25 Million: Sold in Sammamish

A home built on the shores of Lake Sammamish was among many sold in the weeks leading up to the New Year, between Dec. 10 and Dec. 28.

New Year, New Home: Sold in Issaquah

A number of residents closed on home purchases in the last weeks of 2012. Here's where the sales were between Dec. 10 and Dec. 28.