Eastside food drive collects 77,000 pounds of food

Submitted by Rose Egge on Wednesday, November 18th, 02:21pm

The Eastside's "Share What You Can" food drive, which ran from Sept. 26 to Oct. 24, has collected more than 77,000 pounds of food for local food banks!

Neighborhood associations, community leaders, faith organizations, businesses, hospitals and schools organized local efforts by hosting food drives and fundraising events in their city. Cash donations totaled almost $10,000, including a $5,000 contribution from Walmart.     

The donations will help feed local families this holiday season.

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Surgeon pleads not guilty in murder-for-hire case

Submitted by KOMO Staff on Wednesday, November 18th, 10:28am

A Newcastle eye surgeon accused of trying to have two business partners killed pleaded not guilty on Wednesday.

Dr. Michael Mockovak has been charged with two counts of first-degree solicitation to commit murder.

FBI agents said Mockovak was willing to pay more than $100,000 and even hired the Russian mafia to carry out the job.

In King County Superior Court on Wednesday, Mockovak's lawyers said their client is not a flight risk and asked that he be allowed to continue to work.

Prosecutors said Mockovak is a danger to the doctors he's accused of trying to kill. A judge agreed and ordered Mockovak held on $2 million bail.

One of the alleged targets is Mockovak's former brother-in-law, Dr. Joe King. In court he said his family is terrified of Mockovak.

Prosecutors say King and Mockovak co-founded Clearly Lasik in Renton.

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Final chance to comment on city budget tonight

Submitted by Rose Egge on Tuesday, November 17th, 11:09am

Tonight is your last chance to comment on the city's recommended budget for 2010. The city council is holding the third of three public hearings on the budget at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

All are welcome to attend and comment.

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Surgeon accused of plotting to murder colleagues

Submitted by Rose Egge on Monday, November 16th, 11:45am

Local surgeon Michael Mockovak, from Clearly Lasik, has been accused of attempting to hire hit men to murder his business partner, surgeon, Dr. Joseph King and the former president of their business, Brad Klock.

He has charged with Criminal Solicitation to Commit Murder in the first degree and Criminal Conspiracy to Commit Murder.

According to King County Prosecutors, Mockovak offered a police informant, posing as a conspirator, $25,000 to murder King back in August. Negotiations to have Klock murdered began in 2008.

Police say Mockovak gave the informant a picture of King's family, information on his daily routine and a $10,000 down payment. He told the informant that he and Dr. King were in the process of splitting up their business, which he complained bitterly about and said he was certain he wanted Dr. King murdered; that Dr. King “has it coming;” and that “this is the only way.”

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Are you ready for the winter?

Submitted by Rose Egge on Friday, November 13th, 01:53pm

Parents of kids in the Issaquah School District should have received an Emergency Transportation Bulletin in the mail.

Just in case you missed it, here's a rundown on some of the most important information included:

  • To find out when school schedules have changed: Call (425) 837-6333 or visit www.issaquah.wednet.edu or www.schoolreport.org.
  • When school is canceled so are: meetings, field trips, after-school activities and child care.

You can find alternative bus snow routes online also.

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Learn to eat healthy during the holiday season

Submitted by Rose Egge on Wednesday, November 11th, 04:18pm

The Coal Creek YMCA is hosting a free seminar on "Holiday Healthy Eating" at 6 p.m. on Nov. 18. All are welcome to attend and learn how to read labels.

Plus, receive a low-cal, diabetic friendly pumpkin mousse!

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City releases transit center update

Submitted by Rose Egge on Tuesday, November 10th, 01:37pm

According to the city, construction is almost complete on the new Transit Center at the intersection of Coal Creek Parkway and Newcastle Way.

Most of the work that will impact traffic in the intersection has wrapped up. Crews will spend the final few weeks installing the new bus shelters as well as finishing up the sidewalk work on the north side of Newcastle Way.

The project, which was 87% funded by Sound Transit, not only better positions Newcastle for future routes and service, but also brings some much needed improvements to the City’s main intersection which will benefit not only drivers but pedestrians.

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Jarrett resigns to work for Dow

Submitted by Rose Egge on Tuesday, November 10th, 12:43pm

King County Executive Elect Dow Constantine announced today that his former primary rival, State Sen. Fred Jarrett of Mercer Island, will join his administration as Deputy Executive, the highest ranking staff position in the incoming administration.

Jarrett will give up his legislative seat in order to take the reins of the day-to-day operations of King County government. Jarrett will also oversee the implementation of Constantine’s ambitious reform agenda.

Jarrett served four terms in the House of Representatives as a Republican representing the Eastside’s 41st Legislative District He was elected to the Senate in 2008 after switching to the Democratic Party.

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YMCA to host family dinner

Submitted by Rose Egge on Monday, November 9th, 12:21pm

The Coal Creek YMCA is giving adults a chance to meet their neighbors this Friday at a special "Family Dinner."

Free childcare will be provided while parents enjoy a variety of soups, salads and bread. Afterward enjoy family activities such as themed games, crafts and swimming.

The dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. and costs $5 for those over 14 and $3 for younger kids. Activities last from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and are free.

Space is limited so sign up now.

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Toll lanes on 405? How you can learn more

Submitted by Rose Egge on Friday, November 6th, 03:05pm

The State Department of Transportation has proposed converting lanes on 405 to HOV lanes (for carpools, vanpools and buses) that are also open to solo drivers who choose to pay a toll.

It's all part of the Eastside Corridor Tolling Study, which aims to address the projected increase in population and employment along the Eastside corridor.

The Newcastle Chamber has organized a lunch meeting on Dec. 9 with a representative from WSDOT to discuss the tolling study. If you're interested in attending email info@newcastlecc.com. Event cost.

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