Opinion
Falling from windows a serious risk for small children | Column
As the weather gets warmer, Harborview Medical Center sees a significant increase in the number of children needing…
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Ingrained eating habits hard to change | Column
Americans may be better informed about matters of diet and nutrition than ever before, but that does not…
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Man it’s not … I am burning up | Cartoon
Man it's not ... I am burning up | Cartoon for July 8
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Volunteering in your neighborhood | Column
Traditionally, when I write these articles, I suggest volunteering to particular or recommended organizations providing public services. Many…
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Adversity impacts children in many ways | Column
All of our kids experience pain and trauma at some point in their life.
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Smith murder has been difficult for all | Editorial
The Bothell/Kenmore Reporter has produced 19 stories and counting on the Susann Smith murder case. All of those…
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Looking back: The failings and falterings of Inslee and the Legislature | Editorial
Now that the interminable journey of Washington’s 147 lawmakers is over, what is remarkable is how predictable everything…
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Reaction to new 2013-2015 state budget | Cartoon
Reaction to new 2013-2015 state budget | Cartoon for July 1
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Managing your young child’s behavior | Column
Managing a young child's behavior can be challenging at times. Here are some tips from Karen Pettersen, Director…
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Hockey would be right at home here | Column
Since Chris Hansen and Co. made their plans known to secure an NBA franchise for Seattle and build…
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A few large meals versus frequent small snacks | Column
As a child, my mother taught me many popular sayings. One of them was: “Eat breakfast like a…
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A take on how Boeing fared with the Legislature | Column
If you are of a mind to deliver a one-finger salute at mention of lawmakers in a tortuous…
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‘Act your age’ when working out | Column
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to visit China and spend some time in Beijing. One…
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It does the same stuff it always does | Cartoon
It does the same stuff it always does | Cartoon for June 24
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Check your child’s credit | Editorial
My wife and I share one credit card. It gives us a way to build our credit, maintain…
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Staying safe on your motorcycle during Motorcycle Awareness month
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) there are more than 4 million motorcycles registered in…
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Students, workers in retraining being kicked off ladder of opportunity | Column
Like many of you, I’m a parent of a public college student (my daughter goes to Western Washington…
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Help for a hoarder parent | Column
Hoarding is a condition that affects the person who suffers from it, as well as those who love…
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Simple clue to boost summer reading: Let children choose the books | Column
As summer vacations tempt the nation's students away from their books, Sylvan Learning centers in the Bothell area…
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In the fight against obesity, even framing the right message can be challenging | Column
As obesity rates continue to rise rapidly in the United States and many other countries, health experts wonder…