Shorecrest soccer team tops Shorewood 2-1

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

The Shorecrest girls' soccer team defeated Shorewood 2-1 Thursday, Oct. 20 at Shoreline Stadium. 

Amelia Flohr scored for Shorecrest with an assist from Lulu Wissmar.  Bri Lasconia scored the winning goal with an assist from Alex Murphy.

Siena Helland scored Shorewood's only goal, with an assist from Sophia Vargas.

Shorewood took a 5-7-2 record into a televised home game with Oak Harbor Monday. The Thunderbirds finish their regular season Wednesday at Glacier Peak before starting Northwest District 3A tournament play Saturday, Oct. 29.

Shorecrest took an 11-3-1 record into a game at Glacier Peak Monday. The game was Shorecrest's final tuneup for the District tournament. 


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Shorewood grad Kendra Holley and Lauren Schoonover named SCC Women's Soccer Players of the Week

Kendra Holley, Shorewood grad
Kendra Holley and Lauren Schoonover Named SCC Women's Soccer Players of the Week - Holley, a midfielder from Shorewood High School, and Schoonover, a goal-keeper from Marysville-Pilchuck High School, helped lead SCC to a 0-0 tie against Edmonds Community College on Wednesday. SCC had a forfeit win over Skagit Valley College on Saturday.

Lauren Schoonover, goalkeeper
SCC is 6-5-4 on the season, 6-4-2 in the region, tied with Green River CC for third place in the NWAACC Northern Region. The top three teams in the region go to the NWAACC Playoffs. SCC plays Everett Community College on Wednesday at SCC at 2:00 PM. SCC beat the region leading Trojans 2-1 on October 8th in Everett.


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Letter to the Editor: Jesse Salomon is my choice for Shoreline City Council

To the Editor:

Jesse Salomon is my choice for Shoreline City Council Position #6. For the past 5 years I have been closely involved in the development process in Shoreline. Over the past 2 years I have been impressed with the understanding Jesse has of the important issues and the desire to create a community based decision making process. Jesse values neighborhoods and will fight to protect yours and mine. By supporting an open and inclusive public process, Jesse believes we will get the best results. Neighborhoods like Richmond Beach and the areas surrounding the potential light rail stations at 145th and 185th and I-5 face challenges caused by potential development. People in our community have the solutions to these problems. Jesse believes in empowering that creative decision making. Development means making things better. Jesse will never forget this.

John Behrens
Shoreline

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Celebrate your story at Shoreline Library Thursday

n Celebrate Your Story, Linda Kraus, M.A., focuses on the importance of preserving personal history.

“Saving family stories is a meaningful and significant endeavor, one that leaves a legacy for future generations,” says psychologist/gerontologist Linda Kraus.

During Celebrate Your Story, audience members will have the opportunity to think about a story from their life and share it.

Shoreline Library, Thursday, October 27 at 7 pm. The program is free.


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Shorewood grad is SCC Volleyball Player of the week

Hannah Stoeve splits two blockers with a shot.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi.

Hannah Stoeve is the SCC Volleyball Player of the Week:

Stoeve, a sophomore middle blocker from Shorewood High School, had 14 kills on Friday night in a 3-1 upset loss to Olympic College in Bremerton, WA. Hannah hit for .378 average in the match and 3 solo blocks and 4 block assistants.

SCC is now 15-7 on the season and 5-1 in the NWAACC Northern Region. SCC plays Edmonds CC on Wednesday night in the SCC Gym at 7:00 PM.


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Massage for the Military at Massage Envy on November 11

Shoreline Massage Envy in Ballinger Village
Shoreline Massage Envy offers "thank you" on Veterans Day with free massage sessions for active military, veterans and their spouses

Puget Sound area Massage Envy centers from Olympia to Everett salute our military on Veterans Day (November 11) with Massage for the Military-offering free one hour massage sessions to active service personnel, veterans and their spouses as a way to say "thank you" for their service to our country.


The 19 Massage Envy locations in Western Washington, including the Shoreline Massage Envy center located at 20124 Ballinger Way, Shoreline, are proud to offer the one-hour, stress-relieving therapeutic massages on this special day honoring those who have served, and sacrificed, for our nation.

The event requires an appointment and there are a limited number of free massage appointments at each clinic. For reservations, contact the Shoreline Massage Envy location at 206-366-1111 or visit the main web site for locations.

Proof of military status is requested (a form of military identification i.e., Active Military Service ID, Retired Military ID, VA Health Care Card, Veterans Organizations ID, etc.).

Massage Envy's health and wellness initiative focuses on the physical and emotional benefits of therapeutic massage. Studies cite alleviation of stress, improved sleep and an overall sense of physical and emotional well-being among the many positive benefits.


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Seahawks visit Echo Lake Elementary Tuesday

Seahawks players Breno Giacomini, left, and Tyler Polumbus presented a "12th Man" Flag to Principal Michelle Carroll and Echo Lake students for the school at an assembly.

Seattle Seahawks players are visiting elementary schools in Shoreline this fall as part of the National Football League's "Play 60" youth health and fitness campaign. The program is focused on making the next generation of kids more active and healthy by encouraging them to engage in physical activity for at least 60 minutes a day.

Offensive lineman Breno Giacomini and Tyler Polumbus visited Echo Lake Elementary on Tuesday, October 25 and encouraged the students at an assembly to work hard in school, respect their teachers and each other, and to eat healthy and get plenty of exercise. Giacomini grew up in the Boston area and attended the University of Louisville. Polumbus grew up in the Denver area and played college football at Colorado.

After the assembly, the players joined fifth and sixth graders for games on the playground and the school's playfield.

Seahawks players are also visiting Ridgecrest and Syre Elementary Schools this fall.

Participating students at the schools received Seahawks "Play 60" t-shirts and autographed posters for their classrooms.

--Craig Degginger


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Shoreline bank robbers arrested in Snohomish County Tuesday

By Sgt. John Urquhart, King County Sheriff's Office

Two bank robbers in their 60’s were arrested in Snohomish County late Tuesday afternoon by Sheriff's detectives. Investigators believe the men are responsible for at last three bank robberies in Shoreline and two in Seattle since July, either together or separately.

The two were arrested by detectives while driving late this afternoon in the Mukilteo area.

The arrested men, 64 and 65 years old respectively, will be booked into the King County Jail later this afternoon. Both are convicted felons.

Gauze for disguise
Detectives from the Sheriff's Office, Shoreline Police, Seattle Police, and the FBI have been working together to solve the string of robberies, leading to the arrests today.

On July 6th the KeyBank at 17500 Aurora Ave North was robbed one of the men who demanded money from a teller. He was disguised by putting gauze under both eyes. (see photo). No weapon was seen.

Robber at Wells Fargo Bank
The second Shoreline robbery was September 12th at the Wells Fargo (see story), 14500 Greenwood Ave North. The two robbers entered the bank wearing Halloween-type masks. One was armed with a pistol-grip shotgun and the other with a handgun. The suspect with the handgun set the gun down on a counter while he went into the teller cages to empty the cash drawer. When he came back around he forgot the weapon and had to be reminded by his partner to retrieve it.

The third robbery was on October 3rd. The same KeyBank at 175th and Aurora was robbed again. This time a lone gunman went into the bank wearing a Bill Clinton mask and holding a pistol grip shotgun. Nine employees and customers were in the bank. The robber demanded everyone get down on the floor except for one customer he told to gather money from the teller drawers. While doing so he racked a shotgun round from his weapon which fell to the floor.

In addition there were two robberies in Seattle which detectives attribute to the men.


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Choir concert at Prince of Peace, Sunday, November 6, 3pm

Prince of Peace Lutheran church will host a choir concert

Multiple choirs will sing in a benefit for North Helpline in the Community Choir Concert at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church on Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 3pm. Freewill offering.


Featuring: The Cascadian Chorale, the Norwegian Male Chorus and the Darby Family singers. Nancy Kirkner, a one woman bell ringer, is new this year and Laurie Solheim returns with her solo performance.



Church choirs performing include First Christian Reformed, Haller Lake United Methodist, Lake City Christian, Lake City Presbyterian, Prince of Peace Lutheran and Wedgwood Presbyterian.


Prince of Peace is located at 14514 20th Avenue NE, Shoreline, WA 98155. 206-363-8100.

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All Souls concert in Kenmore, November 5

Janeanne Houston, soprano
Saturday, November 5, 7:30 pm, 6211 NE 182nd St, Kenmore 98028, 425-486-3777. 
Free will donation.

The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore will host an All Souls concert featuring soprano Janeanne Houston, with Sheila Bristow at the piano.


Ms. Houston will be performing Strauss' Vier letze Lieder (Four Last Songs) and Barber's Knoxville: Summer of 1915. The program will also include solo piano music by Brahms and Copeland.

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The Mountains to Sound Greenway work parties in South Woods November 2 and 6

South Woods
Update: the tree planting for November 2 has been postponed to a later date to be determined.  Crews will be working to remove invasive species, but volunteers will be welcome at the November 6 work party.

Volunteers from The Mountains to Sound Greenway group will be working alongside Shoreline and Lake Forest Park volunteers at South Woods, the 15.6 acres of lowland forest adjacent to Shorecrest High School.

A work party has been scheduled to plant trees:
  • Sunday November 6th , 10am-2pm
In May 2006, Shoreline voters approved a bond issue to acquire park property and improve parks throughout the community. One element of that bond was to acquire the “South Woods” property to preserve as an urban forest. 

As part of the park restoration effort, the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust and the City of Shoreline are teaming up this fall to remove invasive plants, like English ivy, that have moved into the area and plant native trees and shrubs in their place to help restore the forest habitat of South Woods. 

According to the City of Shoreline website, South Woods, along with what are now Shorecrest High School, Kellogg Middle School, Hamlin Park and Firlands, was originally part of the Hamlin homestead acquired in the second half of the 19th century. The navy purchased the land in 1923 and a hospital complex was constructed as well as naval officer housing. Six houses and a non-married officer’s barracks were constructed on a 16-acre plot in the southeast corner, called South Woods.

The Mountains to Sound Greenway
The Mountains to Sound Greenway connects great recreation, mountain scenery, local history and vibrant communities in a 100-mile landscape along Interstate 90. This corridor extends from the bike and pedestrian trails on the Seattle waterfront through the forests and rugged peaks of the Cascades and down to the edge of desert grasslands of Central Washington. The Greenway includes trails of all kinds, wildlife habitat, parks and camping areas, working farms and forests. These lands are set aside to sustain clean air and water and are a part of plans for urban development that keep green and open spaces accessible to all. 

With the increasing population pressures in the greater Puget Sound region, this landscape could easily become a long strip of shopping malls, business parks, and housing developments. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust is the organization that works to conserve this landscape, improve recreational opportunities and preserve forest lands to combat climate change. 


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Monday is final day to register to vote in November

By Evan Smith
        
New Washington voters can register to vote in the November 8 general election through Monday, Oct. 31, but they must register in person at the county elections office in Renton.
        
The deadline for previously registered Washington voters to change their voting addresses or for anyone to register online or by mail was October 10.


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Community Emergency Response Team Class graduates twenty-three

Monday, October 24, 2011

Correction: Photos were taken by Tom DeBartolo.  Updated 10-25-2011, 11:10pm
Class photo of the October 2011 CERT graduates. (click to enlarge)
Photo by 
Tom DeBartolo.
By Patrick Ducey, CERT Volunteer

At any time in Shoreline, a city of 53,000 residents, there are about 15 firefighters on duty. That is plenty of responders for the average day in Shoreline dealing with medical emergencies, traffic accidents, and the occasional fire. In the event of a large fire, or a rescue that requires more personnel or equipment than the city has at hand, there are mutual aid agreements with neighboring communities to bring in more resources.

CERT students prepare to perform a search and rescue in a building that has been staged with several victims and hazards.  Photo by Tom DeBartolo.


But what happens when there is a disaster that affects the entire region? In our part of the country this could be an earthquake, windstorm, or some other event. What happens when there is no power, the phones don’t work, and somebody needs help?

After an earthquake, emergency personnel have the initial task of assessing the entire city. They must complete this assessment so that decisions can be made about where to send responders to help the greatest amount of people in the shortest amount of time. Schools have a priority, so do hospitals and nursing homes. During this assessment, firefighters may drive past an emergency situation. They will make note of it, and drive on. What if that’s you?

A CERT student treats a person acting as a survivor of an earthquake at the CERT class final exercise.  
Photo by Tom DeBartolo.

Community leaders in Southern California realized this problem dealing with the many significant earthquakes that occur in their region. The solution was a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The concept of CERT has caught on and is being used in many cities across the country. 

Comprised of citizen volunteers, CERT members have been trained in how to deal with many aspects of a disaster response. CERT members, trained in preparing for a disaster, and the basics of search and rescue, firefighting and first aid have heard the message of Three Days, Three Ways. They have made their plan, built their kit, and now they are getting involved.

CERT students team up to put out a fire with a fire extinguisher training simulator 
Photo by Tom DeBartolo.


Shoreline CERT recently held a class, and proudly announces that 23 of your neighbors have completed the CERT training. This is 23 more people who will be part of the solution in a disaster recovery. 

If you are interested in taking a CERT class, please contact Gail Harris, Emergency Management / Community Services Division, City of Shoreline, 206-801-2271.


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Letter to the Editor: Let's add Robin McClellan's strengths to the City Council

To the Editor:

What makes for a highly effective member of a public board or council? I have worked professionally with hundreds of boards over many years and research has shown that two qualities correlate with a person's effectiveness: a command of the content of the organization's work, and good interpersonal skills.

It is unusual to have an individual with remarkably strong attributes in both these areas as a candidate for public office for the first time. Robin McClelland as a candidate for Shoreline City Council brings these strengths.

She has a strong command of the content both because she has a master's degree in regional planning and she has worked for over 30 years with communities which are grappling with policy and planning issues. Plus, she also served for eight years on our own city's planning commission.

Personally, she reflects the quiet confidence and deep humanism that finds her engaging in respectful communications even when opinions differ. These attributes naturally lead to a commitment to collaborative decision making and strong team-building - another characteristic of effective boards and councils.

It should be no surprise that the highly-respected Municipal League gave her their highest rating - "outstanding", the only non-incumbent running for the Shoreline City Council to receive such a rating. Let's not miss this opportunity to add Robin's strengths to our City Council.

Bruce Amundson, MD
Shoreline


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SCC Men’s Soccer beats Skagit Valley College 5-2 in pictures

The happiness of scoring a goal.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi.

The pain of stopping a goal.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi
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The grace of soccer.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi.

Checkout the SCC Athletic Facebook page to view pictures of Shoreline Community College Men’s Soccer Team against Skagit Valley College on Saturday.

Find more photos by Wilson Tsoi at the Shoreline Community College Athletic Facebook page.

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Homeless to Housed Forum on November 9

A forum targeted to community organizations and faith communities will be held at Shoreline City Hall on Wednesday November 9, 2011 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Council Chambers. 

The forum will focus on opportunities to help homeless individuals and families return to stable housing. A panel of experts will provide information on what congregations and community groups can do to meet basic needs, and an update will be provided on the needs of residents in North King County. Topics will include safe car camping, emergency shelter, meal programs and permanent housing.

Homelessness remains a critical social problem throughout King County, including North King County. The Shoreline and Northshore School Districts report almost 250 homeless children attend local schools. Each year the One Night Count of the Homeless finds 35-45 homeless individuals living unsheltered, mostly in cars in North King County. Registration begins at 6pm, and resources will be available before and after the forum to provide organizations with opportunities to participate in the fight to end homelessness in King County.


To RSVP for the Forum please contact Kelly Rider.


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Lady Dolphins collect forfeit win

Skagit Valley was forced to forfeit its match against the Shoreline Community College women’s soccer team on Saturday, due to injuries reducing the team numbers down to six players.

SCC moves to 6-5-4 on the season and 6-4-2 in the NWAACC Northern Region and tied in third place with Green River Community College. The top three teams in the region qualify for the NWAACC Women’s Soccer Playoffs.

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For the Birds: Birders: Be Pro-Active, Good-will Builders

Snow Geese in Skagit harvested field.
Photo by Barbara Deihl
By Christine Southwick

Fall has definitely arrived here in the Puget Sound area. This is a time when backyard bird watching is often augmented by birding trips to nearby “hot spots”, like the Skagit Valley, to see flocks of Snow Geese and Trumpeter Swans. Prairie Falcon, Gyrfalcon, and Snowy Owls, often winter there too.

Because birds are seen landing in nearby fields while you’re driving much-used rural roads, it is important to review regional-friendly birder rules and etiquette.

1. Don’t block roads. Pull off the road, or drive until you can, and then walk quietly back. Think how irritated you get when drivers all of a sudden throw on their brakes at a garage sale, and leave their cars sticking out in the road or your driveway. Multiply that by every weekend, plus some weekdays, for a four month period.

Geese feeding in field near Bow, Washington.
Photo by Barbara Deihl.
2. Don’t crowd or disturb the birds. Snow Geese are sheltering here from islands in Russia, and most of the other large birds wintering here have flown down from upper northern Alaska. They may be exhausted and hungry. Every time someone causes a flock to go airborne, that puts the newest arrivals, with the least margin of endurance, at risk.

3. If you see a wing-tagged bird, report it. Geese, swans, even some of the raptors may have a colored tag on their wing to help ID them for important scientific studies. Also, if you see an obviously ill swan or goose report that—lots of these large birds get poisoned swallowing lead shot used by hunters, and there are rescue teams waiting.

Winter flock coming in.
Photo by Ray Hamlyn.
4. Assume all land, unless it is a National Wildlife Refuge, or a registered Park, is private land, with no trespassing. No one wants strangers walking on their property, without permission. Always ask before entering; no owner found equals a “No”. View with binoculars, or use a scope if you have one.

5. If you have a scope, offer to let people see what you have found. This is one of the most pro-active, good-will building acts that birders can do. By sharing your enthusiasm with others, you may start people on the path to being birders too. At least they will have an idea why you drive all the way up to their neighborhood, and stand around in the cold with your eyes glued to some far-off object.

Christine Southwick is on the Board of the Puget Sound Bird Observatory and is their Winter Urban Color-banding Project Manager. She is a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat Steward, having completed their forty hour class. We're happy that she's sharing her expertise with us about the birds in our backyards.


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Veteran’s Day “Walk About” tour at the Edmonds Memorial Cemetery

From FindAGrave.com

Every year in honor of Veteran’s Day the cemetery identifies the burial sites of all veterans by marking them with a small American flag. There are over 400 veterans interred at the cemetery dating back to the Civil War (1862-1865.)

The public is invited to join Dale E. Hoggins, Cemetery Board Member and Betty Deebach Gaeng, Sno-Isle Genealogical Society and Alderwood Manor Heritage Association member on Friday, November 11, 2011 at 11:00am for a Veteran’s Day “Walk About” tour among the flags to learn and share stories about these brave men and women who have served our country.

Betty Deebach Gaeng is the author/compiler of the book, Etched in Stone, detailing the history of the memorial monument located in front of the Edmonds Museum. The monument, first dedicated on Memorial Day 1948, is inscribed with 79 names of men who lost their lives during wartime since WWI. The book recounts the lives of these men, all who had a connection to the Edmonds School District 15 area. In 2010 Gaeng received a publications commendation from the League of Snohomish County Heritage Organizations for her outstanding contribution in the field of Snohomish County history.

Dale E. Hoggins is a long-time Edmonds Cemetery Board member and chair of the annual Memorial Day ceremony who has an avid interest in local history. He has done extensive research on the pioneers of Edmonds and has led tours of the cemetery for the past 15 years.

The Edmonds Memorial Cemetery and Columbarium was founded in 1891 and in 1972 was placed on the Washington State Register of Historic Places. The mission of this historic cemetery is to preserve and maintain a peaceful resting place for the families and communities it serves.

For more information on the tour, call Dale E. Hoggins at 425-776-1543.


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Greg Wolfe scores two goals to lead SCC Men's Soccer to win

Greg Wolfe leaps high for a header.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi.

Sophomore Greg Wolfe from Oak Harbor High School, scored two goals as SCC picked up its second win of the year on Saturday against Skagit Valley College on a wet SCC Soccer Field. SCC two wins of the year have came against SVC.

Connor Barton opened the scoring for Shoreline at the 25 minute mark on an assistant from Beto Tammyo. Mikey Haan scored 5 minutes later to put SCC up 2-0 which held up to half-time. SCC came out quickly in the second half, with Tommy Hering scoring at the 52 minute mark from an assist from Jason Major and Wolfe scored two minutes later to put SCC up 4-0.

Skagit scored on a penalty kick 71 minutes into the game but Wolfe came right back to score his second goal. Skagit then scored at the 87 minute mark to end the scoring for the day.

SCC is now 2-13-1 on the season, 2-8 in the NWAACC Northern Region. Skagit Valley is now 3-9 on the season and 1-9 in the region. Both teams played the match with only 12 players each due to injuries.

SCC plays on Wednesday against Everett Community College at 4:00 PM at the SCC Soccer Field. Everett defeated SCC 2-0 earlier in the season.


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SSEA to hear about Timebanking October 26

Updated 10-25-2011 8:39pm

Sustainable Shoreline Education Association
Monthly Meeting (October 26 7:00pm (the 4th Wednesday)
At 15019 Aurora Ave N in the Ryu Plaza

Timebanking
Have you heard about Timebanking? If not and you would like to learn about this new way to connect with others while exchanging gifts of time. There is Timebank that will have its kidkoff meeting in just a couple weeks and they will explain the details for all of us at this month's meeting. Please join us.

Here's a link to the SWEL Timebank 

Also November 9th the SWEL Timebank! is having their kickoff.

Timebanking is coming to Shoreline, Woodway, Edmonds, and Lake Forest Park this November!
You are cordially invited to learn how timebanks work and become a founding member of the SWEL Timebank!

Community Potluck and SWEL Timebank Orientation
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Shoreline Library
345 Northeast 175th Street, Shoreline, WA

Join us in exchanging gifts through time!


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Letter to the Editor: LFP - A City Divided

To the Editor:

During my 32 years in LFP, I have watched the evolution of our City Council, and been participatory in some of the process.

In 32 years I've never seen a city so divided.

A year ago, our city officials suggested a tax plan that we voted down, we citizens had the chance to vote, making our voices heard. The Council found solutions and presented them to the public. This is democracy in action.

Formed by the divisive tax issue, the Gov. Watch group, comprised of people who left office or were voted out by the citizens, continue to create anger. I have no doubt that they are well meaning, but they are gone because the citizens wanted a change. Should we reinstate the people we eliminated from office? Should we trust the anger of those aligned with them? Are we asking the right questions?

This year, our choice of Mayor is extremely important with all the changes in personnel in City Hall. We need a Mayor who has a known reputation for working well with others. Sadly, we do not have this with candidate, Mary Jane Goss. There is a long-standing history of her having difficulty working with others. This worries me greatly in terms of how our Mayor will work and liaison with other communities.

I want a council that listens to the citizens, not one driven only by tax agendas, which could well hurt this city.

There are ways we can change how our needs are met, with greater efficiency, better communication, and different priorities such as creating a better tax base. Perhaps we have to think beyond the Towne Center.

Look at the history of the candidates. Ask questions of those who know or work with them. Make an informed decision.

Armand Micheline
Lake Forest Park


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Shoreline man takes second place in Essentially Edmonds Photo Contest

From left: Contest Judge Dawn McLellan, First Place Winner Tom Newitt, Second Place Winner, Marc Weinberg, and Contest Judge Todd Timmcke.


Marc Weinberg of Shoreline was awarded second place in the Essentially Edmonds Photo Contest at a reception on October 20, 2011 during the Edmonds Third Thursday Art Walk.

The competition invited photographers to submit photos that captured images that express the essence of Edmonds for residents and visitors. The City of Edmonds Arts Commission organized the event, which was sponsored by the Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation.

Thirty-two individuals entered 75 photos. First prize went to Tom Newitt of Edmonds and two honorable mention awards were given to Lynn Hann of Anacortes and Peter Olsen of Edmonds.


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Governor directs flags to be lowered for Senator Scott White

Governor Chris Gregoire has directed Washington State and United States flags at all Washington State agency facilities to half-staff in memory of Washington State Senator Scott White who passed away last week.

Flags should remain at half-staff until the memorial service for Senator White is concluded. An update to this message will be posted as soon as the date of the service is confirmed.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

King County flags were already at half-staff, as the County Council paid tribute to a man who had been a close associate and friend to councilmembers.

Senator White died of previously undetected heart problems.


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Rally for Shoreline Schools Supplemental Levy

Vote YES for Shoreline Schools
Photo by Wes Brandon
An enthusiastic crowd gathered in the Shoreline Room on October 21, to rally in support of the Shoreline Schools Supplementary Levy which is on the current ballot.  Volunteers from Citizens for Shoreline Schools will be on street corners waving signs, wearing campaign buttons, and putting signs up to remind people to vote.

Previous stories on the supplementary levy:
School board approves supplementary levy for placement on the ballot
Voters' pamphlet statement: supplementary school levy

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Quick-Start Shoreline Business Workshop, Tuesday October 25

Sunday, October 23, 2011

The Tuesday Quick-Start Shoreline Business Workshop for start-up, existing or potential business owners will be held on October 25th from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Avenue N.

Quick-Start Shoreline is presented by Shoreline Community College Small Business Accelerator and the City of Shoreline. The sessions are free and open to the public; feel free to bring a brown bag lunch or a snack.

Many of us in business, have a Facebook page, maybe a blog, and a Twitter account.

However - are you using these Social Media tools effectively?
  • Are you using the RIGHT Social Media Tools to reach your target audience?
  • Do you have a Social Media Marketing “Strategy” or are you wasting your time writing content and posting information that may not be engaging your target audience?

About Rachel Derlatka
Rachel is a Client Representative and Partner in the Online Marketing Company, Alliant Internet Services, Inc. - Alliance Network Services. She is passionate about helping her clients achieve “online relevance.” Rachel has had 7 years of hands-on experience, helping guide companies with their online marketing presence. With her extensive professional and entrepreneurial background, this makes her an excellent choice to help any company with making the appropriate internet marketing choices that are the right fit for them.

Prior to Rachel’s joining the team at Alliance, Rachel spent 9 years growing a business and building services company. She hasn’t worked for a company that she hasn’t had ownership in for over 16 years. Rachel’s experiences in business have instilled in her the desire to help guide other businesses to succeed. Rachel realized early on, how important it is to have a solid online marketing plan and “strategy”, to truly be successful with your online marketing efforts. It’s not about just creating a website and hoping the site gets traffic that turns into customers and sales. It’s about “Strategy”, a plan to make the tools work.

Rachel’s experience in her first business helped her acquire the knowledge of many successful techniques that help businesses grow with successful online marketing. That knowledge has helped her become a strong and vital resource for her clients today. She has a passion to help businesses achieve success and will guide them in the most cost effective, effective, and efficient way she can to accomplish their end goals. Marketing successfully takes time and money and Rachel truly desires that her clients spend that time and hard earned money where it makes sense and will provide them their best ROI.


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Shorecrest. Shorewood volleyball teams meet Monday at Shorecrest

The Shorecrest and Shorewood volleyball teams meet Monday at 7 p.m. at Shorecrest.
Shorewood has a 5-5 Wesco 3A record (6-6 overall). Shorecrest is 0-11 in the Wesco 3A (1-12 overall).

Junior varsity teams from the two schools meet at 5:15.

The Shorewood "C" team has a 5:30 home match with King's.


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Letter to the Editor: Response to 'Liquor-privatization initiative forum at Richmond Beach Congregational Church'

To the Editor:

You have got to be kidding! Prohibition was repealed decades ago. Why does the state spend tax dollars on rent, heat light and utilities plus employee salaries and benefits for State liquor stores but can't fund repairs of bridges and school buildings and teacher's salaries? Education is the paramount duty of the state.

Why use gas and time for me, the consumer to make a special trip to the specialty store? Let the retail investors spend their dollars on costs while I get convenience. I can buy cornflakes, apples, but pass up the yogurt and booze.

La Nita Wacker
Shoreline



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Executive orders flags lowered at King County buildings in memory of Sen. Scott White

King County Executive Dow Constantine today ordered flags at King County buildings to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, October 22, in memory of State Senator Scott White, who passed away unexpectedly on Friday.

Prior to his election to the state Legislature, Sen. White served as chief of staff to the Metropolitan King County Council.

Flags at King County buildings will remain at half-staff until the memorial for Sen. White is concluded. Details on services are pending.

King County Councilmember Bob Ferguson issued a statement regarding the passing of Senator Scott White:
“I am deeply saddened by the shocking news that Senator Scott White has passed away. He was a steadfast and hardworking advocate for our shared constituents in the 46th District as he fought for education, the environment and transit. His family, especially his wife and young children, are in my thoughts and prayers.”

King County Executive Dow Constantine said that he was stunned to hear of Sen. White's death, calling him a  "rising star in the Legislature, and a champion for his district and for King County."



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Letter to the Editor: Repeating false information is not the way to exercise accountability

To the Editor:

Mrya Gansburg writes about GovWatch's commitment to the democratic process. I am looking at their pamphlet I received recently in the mail. My response to her is: "What your group does speaks so loudly, it's hard to hear what you say"

GovWatch implies that incumbents are trying to hoodwink their constituents. e.g.: The opening inside panel about Transparency: After posing a series of questions implying that the reader doesn't know something about the issue identified, GovWatch says: "Most of us know little about them. Why?" The context here is Transparency -- the implication is: Your government is hiding something from you.

Myra speaks of "accountability." Casting aspersions and repeating false information are not the way to exercise accountability. Participating on City Commissions, volunteering and following up volunteer commitments, paying timely attention to the affairs of the city is.

Myra and I want a thriving Lake Forest Park. So I invite her and all of us to unite around that vision, and to hold ourselves accountable for being the change we seek-- in all of what we do.

And we have an opportunity to reflect on what citizenship in a democracy is: On November 3rd at 7:00pm in Third Place Commons, I hope you'll participate in the Great Citizenship Game--a public conversation about the values and practices of citizenship, sponsored by the City Club and hosted by Friends of Third Place Commons.

Anne Stadler
Lake Forest Park

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The Future Remembered: The 1962 Seattle World's Fair and Its Legacy


On Monday, October 24, 2011, 7 pm, at the Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline 98177, HistoryLink co-authors Paula Becker and Alan Stein will present a slide show and talk about their new book, The Future Remembered: The 1962 Seattle World's Fair and Its Legacy.

How did the Space Needle come about? 
Eddie Carlson, considered the organizing muscle behind the 1962 Century 21 Exposition, had dinner at the top of Stuttgart, Germany’s three-year-old television tower in 1959. He reflected on structures like the Empire State Building and Eiffel Tower as symbols of their cities and became “obsessed” with building a similar iconic structure for Seattle.
The Seattle architectural firm John Graham and Co. designed the landmark. Creating the 35-foot-deep, 120-foot-wide cement foundation required a parade of trucks and was billed as “the largest continuous concrete pour in the West.”
The Space Needle’s groundbreaking ceremony included a display of items considered “candidates for extinction” by the year 2000.
They included a telephone, typewriter, pack of cigarettes, false teeth, a mousetrap, a city map, a ukulele, a diet formula, and a federal income tax form.

Income tax forms extinct?  Well, you can't get them all right. Come to the presentation to hear more about the fair that helped shape the region.

Ok - one more bit.  The celebrities who visited the fair included:
Their Imperial Highnesses Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko of Japan, His Royal Highness Prince Philip of Great Britain, the Shah of Iran and Empress Farah, astronauts John Glenn and Neil Armstrong, cosmonaut Gherman Titov, Former Vice President Richard Nixon, Attorney General Robert Kennedy and family, science fiction writers Rod Serling and Ray Bradbury, Dale Evans and Roy Rogers, Carol Channing, George Burns, dozens of beauty queens, and of course, Elvis who filmed much of MGM’s It Happened at the World’s Fair on site.


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