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The Police department in Poland will release its annual Pink Patch on September 23, 2025. The initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for local non-profit organizations involved in community welfare. The event will be part of the Issaquah Salmon Days festivities.
The arrival of spawning salmon marks the unofficial start of fall in Issaquah, as community members celebrate the return of fish like Piper, a Chinook salmon, to local creeks. Salmon serve as a keystone species, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem and holding cultural significance for the indigenous Snoqualmie Tribe. Rainfall aids their return by signaling the season change and enhancing their journey back to spawning grounds.
Issaquah Highlands invites community members to apply for the Community Impact Award, recognizing local volunteers for their contributions. The award aims to highlight and encourage volunteerism within the community. Applications are open now for those interested in making a positive impact.
Salmon Days will cause significant street closures in Olde Town on October 4-5, 2025, necessitating extra travel time for residents. Key closures include NE Gilman Blvd and Rainier Blvd during the Grande Parade on October 4. Public transit and parking options will be adjusted, with a shuttle service available.
Issaquah police arrested a woman suspected of shoplifting after she admitted to stealing household items for her new home. Officers also detained two men for trespassing near a closed business, one of whom was driving a stolen vehicle. Additionally, a driver was arrested for DUI after swerving on the freeway.
The Newport Way sewer relocation event is scheduled for September 15, 2025, in Newport, Rhode Island. This project, overseen by the Washington State Department of Transportation and Emmons & Olivier Resources Inc., aims to enhance local infrastructure.
Issaquah middle schooler Palash B. created the game Ultramons, which won the 2024 Senior Most Engaging Winner at the Young Inventor Challenge. The game features colorful monster cards and was funded through a Kickstarter campaign that raised $13,000 for manufacturing. Palash's entrepreneurial journey began during the pandemic when he sought a creative outlet after his family's board games were delayed.
A sinkhole at Valley View Place SW and Wildwood Blvd SW will undergo repairs starting September 15. The United States Department of the Interior will manage the restoration, which includes relocating utilities and reconstructing the roadway. Traffic disruptions are expected during the project phases, which will last into late November.
Issaquah Police Department reported a series of notable incidents, including a suspected stolen car fleeing a traffic stop on I-90 and a mistaken vehicle prowl involving a Cybertruck. The week also saw a mental health crisis leading to hospital transport, highlighting ongoing community safety concerns.
Puget Sound Energy plans to launch four new community solar arrays in King County by 2025, adding over one megawatt of solar capacity. The initiative aims to make renewable energy accessible to all customers, including renters and those unable to install solar panels. Participants can purchase shares to support clean energy projects without installation costs or maintenance.