Why taking vacations is important for your health | Healthy Living

Timi Gustafson - Contributed
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Timi Gustafson
Among the 20 most developed countries in the world, the United States ranks dead last when it comes to recreation.

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updated 4:40 PM June 14, 2013

Brain freeze: Fresh drinks for the warmer months

BY CELINA KAREIVA As the mercury rises around the Eastside, finding a drink that fights the temps is essential.We’ve put together a list of places to grab delicious smoothies and healthy juice for when you tire of those overly sweet blended-iced coffees or need a break from calorie-filled treats like ice cream. Of course we included...

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Blogs 5:11 PM June 17, 2013 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Kids get a $230,000 helping hand

BY ROSE DENNIS Assistance League of the Eastside Corks for A Cause was an enjoyable evening of fun, friends and philanthropy at The Newcastle Golf Club on April 27. This wine-themed event was attended by more than 350 guests who began the evening with wine tasting from five Washington wineries while bidding on a multitude of...

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Blogs 9:43 AM June 17, 2013 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Exposing dance on the Eastside

BY GABRIELLE NOMURA Don’t be fooled. Seattle may be where people go to the ballet. It may be home to modern-dance hubs, Velocity Dance Center, On the Boards theater, and hip-hopper’s studio of choice, Westlake Dance Center. But the big city is not the place to see dance. Enter Expose the Eastside – a dance collective with a...

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Blogs 11:29 AM June 12, 2013 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Kirkland partners with Waste Management to offer residents ‘Waste Watchers’ program

This summer, the cities of Bothell, Kirkland, and Redmond are partnering with Waste Management to bring their residents a new waste reduction program called Waste Watchers.

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updated 4:55 PM June 7, 2013

Mott Green, Founder of Grenada Chocolate Company Tragic Accident

I was shocked and saddened to hear the news this morning of Mott Green, founder of Grenada Chocolate Company tragic accident on June 1, 2013. Grenada Chocolate Company creates pure Organic Chocolate in a factory that is located in the lush cocoa groves of the rainforest in Grenada. Grenada Chocolate Company is an Organic Cocoa Farmers and Chocolate-Makers’ Cooperative. I...

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Blogs 11:00 AM June 3, 2013 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Gluten Free Spicy Breakfast Tacos

This is a childhood favorite! Gluten Free Spicy Breakfast Tacos. Hearty, spicy chorizo, potatoes, eggs and my homemade Gluten Free Tortillas! I about cried with joy when I took my first bite in the picture. This is so easy to make and well worth the effort! The aroma wafting through the kitchen will make everyone...

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Blogs 11:00 PM May 26, 2013 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Gluten Free Poblano Passion Soup

I am in love … hot and spicy love … the kind that you crave and just can’t seem to get enough of … I will let you in on my secret … Gluten Free Poblano Passion Soup! The other night I just had this deep craving for something different and hot. Something that just...

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Blogs 11:00 PM May 24, 2013 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Despite health concerns, aging baby boomers find it hard to make lifestyle changes | Healthy Living

Baby Boomers – those born between 1946 through 1964 – will live longer than any other generation before them, but they will not necessarily be healthier.

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updated 5:31 PM May 17, 2013

Tips on how to improve a Kirkland home this spring

With spring in full bloom, it may be a good time to re-organize the house, plan a remodel, new addition or a new garage. However, there are some important design factors to consider to make homes, environment and family healthier and function better as well as cost less for years to come.

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11:30 AM May 6, 2013

Kirkland businesses and city ranked “Best of 425” by 425 Magazine

Kirkland, Washington and several businesses within its city limits have been named as the “The Best of 425” by readers and online voters of the local magazine, “425.” Kirkland was named “Best City” in 2012.

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2:32 PM May 3, 2013

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