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Free printing costs King County libraries $1 million each year

The library board is considering reducing the number of free pages from 75 a week to 10.

Breaking barriers | Windows and Mirrors

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Breaking barriers | Windows and Mirrors

Spending time in the outdoors has helped veteran Naomi Layco heal physically and mentally after serving in the…

Courtesy photos                                Wiest and Aras compete for BSD school board director pos. 5.

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Wiest and Aras compete for BSD school board director pos. 5

Candidates touch on curriculum, affordability and diversity.

How are Eastside nonprofit leaders supporting Census 2020?

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How are Eastside nonprofit leaders supporting Census 2020?

A recent panel discussion shed light on Census 2020 concerns and resolutions.

Ashley Hiruko/staff photo                                Bellevue police chief Steve Mylett shows reporters one of the photos they were able to obtain of the suspects accused of the Goldsmith Park murder, on Oct. 1 at Bellevue City Hall. The four men were arrested on first-degree murder charges after a six-month investigation.

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Bellevue police arrest four in connection to Goldsmith Park murder

Detectives believe crime was gang related.

Mona Das

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After a senator’s claim is debunked, a call for an apology

The GOP wants a Democratic senator held to account for accusations which an investigation found to be false.

AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, file                                Former state Sen. Jesse Wineberry (right) playfully points out Tim Eyman behind him before a news conference on initiative I-1000, on Oct. 11, 2018, in Seattle.

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This political break-up couldn’t come at a worse time

As backers of I-1000 gear up, a legal spat involving others is casting a shadow on their efforts.

Police fill commissioned officer openings for first time in eight years

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Police fill commissioned officer openings for first time in eight years

Department attributes success to increased hiring bonus.

Madison Miller / staff photo                                Caitlin Ottaway was the keynote speaker at Providence Hospice of Seattle’s 20th annual pediatric luncheon on Sept. 19.

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Providence Hospice of Seattle raises $196,000 for pediatric programs

Eastside teen, Caitlin Ottaway, was the keynote speaker at Providence Hospice of Seattle’s 20th annual pediatric luncheon on…

Madison Miller/staff photo                                Hundreds of protesters gathered Friday for the climate strike.

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Eastside residents protest climate change

Organized by local high school students, a climate strike was held at Houghton Beach Park.

Bellevue pioneering road safety analysis project

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Bellevue pioneering road safety analysis project

High-tech process will identify near-miss intersections, could lead the way for other cities.

City council candidates vie for position 3

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City council candidates vie for position 3

Jeremy Barksdale and Stephanie Walter answer Reporter questionnaire.

Courtesy photoS                                John Stokes and Holly Zhang.

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Stokes and Zhang vie for Pos. 1 on the Bellevue City Council

The candidates answer questions formulated from reader interests.

Mercer Island financial adviser Bob Toomey plays a classical guitar. Corutesy photo

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Music and financial planning

A monthly financial advice column from S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

Cyclist dies after car collision on 145th Avenue

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Cyclist dies after car collision on 145th Avenue

Cause of the accident is still under investigation by Bellevue PD.

People from throughout the Eastside gather at the International Friends School in Bellevue for the launch of Eastside for All.

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Working toward a more welcoming Eastside | Windows and Mirrors

Eastside for All has launched to focus on race and social justice advocacy.

Interlake senior’s nonprofit addresses two India problems with one solution

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Interlake senior’s nonprofit addresses two India problems with one solution

More than 600 trees have been planted to help pollution and farmers.

Madison Miller / staff photo                                Derya Gurbuz has recycled more than 3,000 tennis balls since last April. She has recycling bins at Edgebrook Tennis Club, Bellevue High School and Sammamish High School.

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Sammamish High School senior recycles over 3,000 tennis balls

Derya Gurbuz knew she wanted to do something to prevent tennis balls hitting the trash.

Seattle leaders, community members learn about armed intruder de-escalation at event

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Seattle leaders, community members learn about armed intruder de-escalation at event

Armed Intruder Safety Practices took place at Crossroads Bible Church on Sept. 11

I-405/SR 167 Corridor Executive Advisory group discusses legislative session, other projects at recent meeting

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I-405/SR 167 Corridor Executive Advisory group discusses legislative session, other projects at recent meeting

The group met at the Bellevue Library on Sept. 10.