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Revisiting the Park: Christmases past

Around age 7, and living in Riverton Heights, my friends and I still looked forward to Christmas even as the depression lingered.

Tree Talk: Beautiful — but don’t touch

Like jellyfish and the Mona Lisa, there are beautiful things that are not to be touched. The same is true in the plant world.

State land agencies announce Discover Pass free days for 2023

The Washington State Discover Pass Program has designated the Discover Pass free days for 2023. On these days, visitors will not need a Discover Pass to park at Washington state parks and on recreation lands managed by Washington Department of Natural Resources.

Queen Anne resident now serving community after 22 years in military

After 22 years spent proudly serving his country as a U.S. naval intelligence officer, Queen Anne resident Robert Kettle is looking to how he can best serve his community outside the military.

Property Views: Get used to the newest ‘new normal’

As we end a year that saw the real estate landscape change dramatically, it’s time to recalibrate expectations about the newest “new normal.” We started the year with a strong seller’s market, with multiple competing offers escalating on the few homes for sale. The residential landscape has changed.

More than 40 state parks offer First Day Hikes on Jan. 1

Washington State Parks is inviting the public to ring in the new year during its annual First Day Hikes event on Jan. 1.

Preserving the preserve

New faces, funds needed at Prospect shoreline in Madison Park

When community and public shoreline advocate Gene Brandzel spearheaded the effort to turn the weed- and trash-ridden land on 41st Avenue East and Prospect Street into a nature preserve, he had hoped to create a legacy for area residents to enjoy.

Revisiting the Park: I do not care for needles

One bright clear day on our way back to school after summer vacation, we were reliving our fun times.