Seattle Sleepless at the Sammamish Symphony by Janet Russell

A review on Sammamish Symphony Orchestra's "Slice of Vienna" concert

Woodinville Man Gives Eulogy For 6-Year-Old Nephew Killed in Newtown, CT

Noah Pozner, 6, was "smart as a whip," gentle but with a rambunctious streak, said his uncle, Alexis Haller of Woodinville.

Update: Snow and Ice in Issaquah & Sammamish Delays Issaquah Schools

We'll keep you posted about the latest storm developments here on Patch. Please send news tips to Jeanne.Gustafson@patch.com. Readers can also follow up on Facebook and on Twitter at @SammamishPatch.

Issaquah 2-Bedroom with Land Fetches $1.35 Million: Sold in Issaquah

The following homes were sold between Nov. 30 and Dec. 10.

Tow Truck Driver Struck and Killed on Snoqualmie Pass

The man had stopped to assist a truck that was off the road near the summit when another vehicle slid across the

Sammamish Home Sold for $1.6 Million: Sold in Sammamish

The following homes were sold between Nov. 30 and Dec. 10.

Fathers' Group Criticizes Julia Biryukova, Mother of Missing Sky Metalwala

An advocacy group for shared parenting, Fathers and Families, posted an article critical of Julia Biryukova, the mother of missing toddler Sky Metalwala.

Homes for Sale Targeted by Thieves: Sammamish Police Blotter

The following items are compiled from Sammamish Police Reports for Nov. 29-Dec. 9. Where an arrest is noted, it does not indicate a conviction.

Officers Seek Help to Locate 7,000 Stolen Wii Games

The games were stolen in a van and trailers from a distribution warehouse in SeaTac.

How to Celebrate the Holidays in Sammamish-Issaquah on a Budget

Here are ten ways to have fun and spread holiday cheer in Sammamish and Issaquah without breaking the bank.

Police Release Names and Ages of Sandy Hook Shooting Victims

Most of those who died in the shooting rampage were 6- and 7-year olds.

Update: High Wind Advisory has WSDOT Eyeing 520 Bridge Conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory calling for winds between 25-35 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph, along with heavy mountain snow and possible coastal flooding Sunday and Monday.

Lake Washington, Issaquah Districts Sending Message to Parents in Wake of School Shootings

District officials are offering tips for parents in dealing with children, who might become distraught or lose their sense of security because of the mass shooting at a Connecticut school.

Sammamish Teen Commits Suicide at Skyline High School

Police say the teen called officers at 9:30 p.m. last night.

Nitrous Oxide Stolen: Issaquah Police Blotter

The following incidents were reported by the Issaquah Police Department. An arrest doesn't indicate a conviction.

Two-Car Accident Snarls Traffic on 228th

Police and Eastside Fire and Rescue responded to an accident this evening on 228th near Inglewood Hill Road.

VIDEO: Burglary Suspect Nabbed on Tiger Mountain After High Speed Chase

A 27-year-old Issaquah man was caught in the woods on Tiger Mountain after attempting to run over an officer and leading Sheriff's deputies on a high speed chase on Highway 18.

Tell Us: What’s the Weirdest Holiday Gift You’ve Received?

Gig Harbor Patch Editor Akiko Oda recently came across a gadget called The WineRack, a sports bra that holds 25 ounces of your favorite drink. What's the weirdest gift you've received?

Get Your Sammamish-Issaquah Home Ready to Sell

Tips for getting your home market-ready for prospective buyers.

[VIDEO] House Hunt: Homes for Sale in Sammamish & Issaquah

We've compiled recently added video tours of homes for sale, and upcoming open houses for Dec. 14-16. Add yours!

45th District Rep. Springer Named to Key Budget Committees

The Kirkland Democrat takes on roles on the Appropriations, Finance, Local Government and Rules committees.

FDA Warning: Kids Hospitalized After Swallowing Small Amounts of Nasal Spray or Eye Drops

The Food and Drug Administration wants parents to know that some common products in your medicine cabinet could make your child sick if small amounts are swallowed.

Holiday Deadlines for Mailing Greeting Cards and Shipping Packages

The USPS offers tips and suggestions so cards and holiday packages arrive in time for the holidays.

County Council OKs Purchase of 15.6 miles of Eastside Rail Corridor

The former railway line extends from Snohomish to Renton and includes a spur into downtown Redmond. The city of Kirkland previously purchased 5.75 miles of the line for its Cross Kirkland Corridor.

Happy 12-12-12! What Are You Doing Today?

Sammamish-Issaquah Patch users shared some of their special plans and celebrations with us. What are yours?

OMG PD: Weird Run-Ins with the Law in Puget Sound

Sometimes people call the police for the strangest reasons, and sometimes criminals aren't the sharpest tools in the shed. We'll occasionally highlight some of our favorite head-shakers from recent police reports.

Gemenid Meteor Shower 2012 Promises to Be Spectacular, If the Weather Cooperates

The peak of the Geminid shower will be at about 2 a.m. Dec. 13 and 14, Earthsky.org reports.

Update: Macky's Dim Sum in Issaquah Reopened

The restaurant was shut down Monday afternoon, for the second time in several months; it reopened three days later.

Stan Chapin Way to be Dedicated Tuesday, Dec. 18

The city of Sammamish rescheduled the renaming of 233rd Avenue by Eastlake High School to Stan Chapin Way in honor of the beloved school resource officer, to allow more residents to attend.

Roger Goodman, 45th District Rep., to Chair State House Public Safety Committee

Goodman had served for six years as vice chair of the committee, which deals with non-criminal legal and judicial issues.

Heart Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Heart's leaders Ann Wilson, a graduate of Sammamish High School, and her sister Nancy Wilson, who also graduated from Bellevue schools, have lead the band since the 1970s.

Top Toys Sammamish & Issaquah Kids are Asking For

Still stumped on behalf of Santa? Here are some of the top toys as listed by major retailers. What's on your child's wish list?

The 2012 Holiday Book List

Books make great holiday gifts. Give your loved ones these books as stocking stuffers this holiday season.

Litzow Named Education Committee Chair Amidst State Senate 'Coup' in Olympia

Sen. Steve Litzow (R-Mercer Island) and several other State Senate Republicans were named to leadership positions on Monday after Sen. Rodney Tom (D-Bellevue) and Tim Sheldon (D-Potlatch) decided to caucus with Republicans.

Letter to the Editor: Absolutism on Marijuana and Driving is a Fool's Folly

Patch user Bob McCoy says all-or-nothing comments on marijuana legalization and accident rates lack definitive evidence.

Update: Suspect Dead in Deputy-Involved Shooting

KCSO said the suspect involved in a shooting with a deputy in Fall City this morning has been pronounced dead at Harborview Medical Center.

Holiday Safety Tips from Eastside Fire & Rescue

Keep kids, pets, and your home safe this holiday season with these safety reminders.

Increase in Parvovirus Cases Calls for Vigilance

The greater Seattle area has been seeing a greater than usual number of cases of the potentially deadly canine disease this fall.

Guided Snowshoe Tours Offered on Snoqualmie Pass

Want to enjoy the beauty of the pass in winter but not sure you want to go it alone? Check out these winter programs from the U.S. Forest Service.

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