Vol. 3, Issue 2 - February 1999

NEWS

Vandals senseless act closes playground Sacajawea Elementary School, a victim of arson.

'Hollywood' book released Ann Rule, local true crime author, chronicals how a son of a preacher man became a bank robber.

News briefs News tidbits in North Seattle.

Low income artist residences planned at Good Shepherd Renovation will provide six studio/apartments.

Cards available for Neighbor Appreciation Day This year's card is designed by a student from Broadview Thompson Elementary.

Local residents ask Sound Transit, 'Where's the tunnel?' Commentary by Nick Slepko.

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Thanks for the even-handed coverage Valerie Bunn, Haller Lake resident, appreciates fairness.

Seattle taxpayers to get unwanted 'valentine' Fred Bucke, Maple Leaf resident, reminds us of Feb 14 property tax increases.

Legislative report: Address housing needs By Phyllis Kenney, Representative for the 46th District.

City must not shortchange our North Precinct David Quiring and Paul Hovsepian express concern over shortage of police staff.

Public input needed to solve transportation problems King County Councilwoman Cynthia Sullivan on the Regional Transit Authority Plan.

Incinerator forum Rick Barrett, a Haller Lake resident, expresses concern over Northwest Hospital's incinerator.

More fan mail for Stan Stapp 36th District State Senator, Jeanne Kohl, writes how much she enjoys Stan's column.

Volunteer deserves thanks Dorothy Brancato of Wedgwood appreciates all Valarie Bunn has done.

Readers comment on Northgate Mall
Citizens for a Liveable Northgate group formed Neal Curtin, resident of Maple Leaf, announces formation of group.
Open letter to NG mall owners Kevin McKeigue, Maple Leaf resident, shares his suggestions for development of Northgate Mall.
To save the salmon, first filter the water Chris Probst, owner of Enviro-Drain, Inc., has a solution for Thornton Creek.
Jane Explains 'Attention denizens of Northgate: have I got a suggestion for you!' by Jane Lotter

Readers comment on Civic Light Opera
Striking Civic Light Opera musicians want to come to table Members of the musician's union strike and tell why.
The Civic Light Opera show will go on President of the CLO board questions strike.

STAN STAPP's LOOKOUT
Adjusting to life as an octogenarian Stan Stapp tells readers a few tricks he uses. Plus, tidbits of life in Washington and North Seattle.

EYE ON EDUCATION
Education briefs B.F. Day Auction, Coho Elementary, Lakeside, North Seattle Community College, Sacajawea Elementary, and Latona Elementary.

Rogers reading program Computerized program monitors and encourages independent reading.

BUSINESS BEAT
Swanberg new Lake City Chamber president Dick Harris steps down after two years of service.

Christianson named Wallingford Chamber president Kent Christianson, State Farm agent, steps up after John Minifie retires.

Adobe and NW Hospital win diamond awards Two North Seattle companies win awards for efforts to reduce commute trips.

THE SPORTS SECTION
Quest to study martial arts leads to marital find Wright Brothers Cycle Works owners met in China.

Meeting on parks to be held Feb 23. Public process to be improved.

Cowen Park Efforts being made to make park less attractive to criminal activity.

GARDENING
Before buying pesticides... Cheryl Klinker of Thornton Creek Alliance urges us to think first.

OUT & ABOUT
Wedgwood Ale House By Riki Mafune. A cafe with a sense of humor.

Bathhouse Reeling after One Reel Community theatre in financial trouble.

Valentine events Little Red Hen holds a charity auction, Cedar Park holds a fundraising dance, and Nick Licata to hold a Neighborhood Arts Celebration.

Valentine's marks anniversary Local Vigilante couple celebrates 25th anniversary.

Local author makes good Christine Morgan releases "Curse of the Shadow Beasts."

Mysterious play to make appearance at NSCC Answering Spirits to be performed.

MTV has nothing on Girl Scouts Travelling camp exposes girls to unusual experiences.

DINING & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE
Lake City Bar and Grill Dino Trapalis opens new restaurant.

1999 index list

January issue

February issue

March issue

April issue

May issue

June issue

July issue

August issue

September issue

October issue

November issue

December issue

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