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Fight between two women and man – all arrested for obstruction | Covington-Maple Valley Police Blotter

A woman called to report a fight she witness between two women and a man at a home.…

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Doris Long

Doris (Shoemaker) Long was born Friday, Feb. 13, 1925, in Spokane and died Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011, at…

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Greater Maple Valley Unincorporated Area Council meeting news and notes

The Greater Maple Valley Unincorporated Area Council regular monthly meeting was Feb. 7. Several major topics were discussed…

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Keep fires burning in your heart not in your house | Office of State Fire Marshal

Last year, 124 candle fires causing over $4.5 million in damages were reported to the Office of State…

Maple Valley Police Chief Michelle Bennett

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Maple Valley Police Chief Michelle Bennett, Seattle detective Kim Bogucki and Trooper Renee Padgett make a difference

King County Sheriff’s Office Captain and Maple Valley Chief of Police Michelle Bennett, Washington State Patrol Trooper Renee…

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Relay for Life ‘Survivor Social’ at Cedar Grill in Maple Valley

The Black Diamond, Covington and Maple Valley Relay for Life survivorship chair is planning a “Survivor Social” at…

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Burnt food on stove triggers fire alarm at Kentlake High School Feb. 7 | Black Diamond Fire Report

Firefighters responded to a fire alarm at Kentlake High school at about 6 p.m. Feb. 7.

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Property tax bills in King County up about 3 percent

King County residents can expect to receive their 2011 property tax bills during the week of Feb. 14.…

Letters to the Editor

Maple Valley City Council vote on library board saddens council member | Letter

On Feb. 7 the Maple Valley City Council went out of their way to show disdain and downright…

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Covington seeking art enthusiasts for arts commission

The City of Covington is seeking art enthusiasts to apply for open Arts Commission positions. Arts commissioners serve…

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5th District legislators to host telephone town hall Feb. 16

State representatives Glenn Anderson and Jay Rodne, are inviting residents of the District to participate in a telephone…

Boy Scout Troop 517 of Covington announced William Pand has earned the rank of Eagle Scout.

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Covington teen earns rank of Eagle Scout

Boy Scout Troop 517 of Covington announced William Pand has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Pand, a…

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Police called for man disciplining teenage child | Black Diamond Police Blotter

An officer observed a vehicle traveling in the 29200 block of 216th Avenue SE with defective brake lights.…

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Emerald Downs 2011 stakes top $1.5 million | Horse Racing

A 29-race stakes schedule featuring five doubleheaders and the 76th running of the $200,000 Longacres Mile, has been…

This vehicle hit the power pole in the 18200 block of Southeast Petrovitsky Road at about noon Feb. 9.

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Vehicle hits power pole along Petrovitsky Road, driver taken to hospital | Maple Valley Fire and Life Safety

Maple Valley Fire & Life Safety, the Renton Fire Department and King County paramedics were called to the…

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The Reporter’s Prep Basketball Rankings

THE REPORTER’S STATE BASKETBALL RANKINGS BOYS 4A 1. Garfield (18-3) 2. Ferris (17-1) 3. Jackson (19-2) 4. Kentridge…

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Fight breaks out at party where minors are drinking | Maple Valley-Covington Police Blotter

A fight broke out at a party with minors in attendance who were drinking. According to the police…

Girl Scouts Troop 42505  hosted a GO RED event Feb. 4 at Lake Wilderness Elementary School. Pictured front left to right are Samantha Simmelink

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Girls Scouts host ‘Go Red’ event at Lake Wilderness Elementary in Maple Valley

Girl Scouts Troop 42505 hosted a Go Red event, to educate girls, and their leaders about the importance…

2010 Horse of the Meeting Noosa Beach

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Training begins for 16th season at Emerald Downs | Horse Racing

Shortly after 8 a.m. Tuesday, the 5-year-old mare Easily Spotted, 5-year-old mare, became the first horse to set…

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The 2011 ‘Burn Awareness Week’ Feb 7-13 teaches safety techniques to children and community

The 2011 Burn Awareness Week is Feb. 7-13 and helps teach children and the community how to be…