Opinion
Kirkland police chief speaks out on child abuse awareness month | Eric Olsen
As a police officer, I have responded to all types of crimes during my 24 years with the…
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What’s really in that pot at the end of the rainbow? | Cartoon
What's really in that pot at the end of the rainbow?
News
Emotions run high during court hearing for drunk driver who killed Kirkland man | Two Sense
As a reporter, I have been afforded the opportunity to do some pretty interesting things. There are times…
Opinion
A thorough look into the meaning of misspellings for a local newspaper | Two Sense
I have learned a thing or two in my 15 years as a journalist. No one is truly…
Opinion
Girl Scout cookies are everywhere | Cartoon
You can't avoid them - Girl Scout cookies are everywhere.
Opinion
Thumbs up to involved Kirkland residents, down to traffic mess in Totem Lake
Thumbs up to the Lake Washington boys basketball team for going to state.
Opinion
Technological advances in the automatic milking machine | Cartoon
Technological advances in the automatic milking machine from 1966 to 2012.
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Volunteering? Yes you can and yes you should! | Kirkland Volunteers
Volunteering is easy and fun, although many get stuck wondering, “Do I have the needed skills? Who could…
Opinion
Helping your child with grief | Parent Talk
In the past couple of months, we’ve had some very public stories of death, including a Woodinville teacher…
Opinion
Gay marriage, ‘yes,’ but forced association with gays, ‘no’ | Jeff E. Jared
My first column with this paper was in support of legalizing gay marriage (April 22, 2009). Now, almost…
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Want your kid to do well in school? Get involved | Instructions Not Included
If you want your children to succeed in school and life, get involved in their education.
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You’re family at Couzin’s Cafe | Discover Kirkland
I’m a real stickler for correct spelling. I’ve been teaching English to foreign students on and off for…
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We are listening | Editor’s Note
A woman called us recently to tell us about her concerns regarding two Kirkland transit centers.
Opinion
NBA & NHL teams: Things we really need around here | Cartoon
Things we really need around here: more rain, holes in our heads, higher taxes and NBA & NHL…
Opinion
What’s not in the constitution? | Jeff E. Jared
Did you know the word “republican” is in the U.S. Constitution, but “democracy” is not? Similarly, “contract” is…
Opinion
How should Kirkland pay for the Eastside Rail Corridor? | Council’s Desk
Kirkland is on a path to buy the “Kirkland Segment” of the Eastside Rail Corridor as a first…
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The big election year question: What is a caucus? | Cartoon
What is a caucus? It's what's left of a zebra after a hungry pack of lions finishes with…
Opinion
Same-sex marriage issue incites comments | Editorial
We have received several phone calls, emails, online comments and letters to the editor regarding last week’s cover…
Opinion
Why are girls so mean? Understanding the challenging relationships of our daughters
Having worked as a school counselor I know all too well the many fifth and sixth grade girls…