Eastside students invited to join Senate page program
December 26, 2014
NEW — 3:15 p.m. Dec. 26, 2014
Students between the ages of 14 and 16 are invited to participate in the Senate page program, where each year hundreds of students from throughout Washington state get a firsthand look at how the legislative process works.
“The page program is an incredible educational opportunity and a great chance to learn from other students from different parts of the state,” said Sen. Steve Litzow, who represents Mercer Island, Bellevue, Beaux Arts, Issaquah, Newcastle, Renton and Sammamish. “Being able to participate directly in the legislative process can inspire our state’s future leaders.”
Students spend one week in Olympia, where they attend page school, hear directly from state lawmakers and other officials, and assist with proceedings on the Senate floor during debate and voting.
Interested students living in the 41st District are encouraged to apply by submitting an application to Litzow’s office for the 2015 session that runs from January through April.
Learn more or get an application by calling the Legislative Information Center at 800-562-6000 toll free; go to SenatorLitzow.com and select “Page Program;” or email SenatePageProgram@leg.wa.gov.
Editorial — Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus
December 24, 2014
In 1897, Dr. Philip O’Hanlon was asked by his then-8-year-old daughter Virginia whether Santa Claus really existed. O’Hanlon suggested she write to The Sun, a prominent New York City newspaper at the time.
Virginia’s letter became the introduction to an editorial in The Sun, and is reprinted here. Merry Christmas one and all!
Dear Editor,
I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in The Sun, it’s so.” Please tell me the truth. Is there a Santa Claus?
Virginia O’Hanlon
115 W. Ninety-Fifth St. Read more
Newcastle Police seeking dog owner
December 22, 2014
NEW — 5:50 p.m. Dec. 22, 2014
The Newcastle Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find the owner of a dog seen roaming around the city over the last three days.
The dog, which appears to be a black, female miniature pinscher, is not wearing a collar and was seen near Newcastle City Hall and Coal Creek Parkway.
The Newcastle Police and Regional Animal Services of King County have made extensive efforts to catch the dog to no avail.
If you are missing a dog matching this description, or know someone who is, call the police non-emergency police number: 206-296-3311.
