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Single, and ready to mingle

Group offers camaraderie for Baby Boomers

Finding companionship is something most people strive for. Just ask Sheri Dorn. Read more...


Milton council approves administrator contract

Decision marks the fourth professional in four years

After a lengthy discussion, a tabling, then an un-tabling, the Milton City Council voted to hire a full-time city administrator. Read more...


Utility tax in Edgewood?

Public to decide

Edgewood voters will get a say in the financial fate of their city April 27. Read more...


Wondrous wood

Local club churns out quaint creations

Pat McCart knows that woodturning is a craft that requires both patience and creativity. He is a member of the South Puget Sound Woodturners, a hobby group that meets in Fife once a month. Through splinters and (sometimes) sliced fingers, the ultimate goal for these artists is to create a piece that will last a lifetime. Read more...


Fife stays afloat in turbulent times

The recession continues to have an impact on Fife’s financial situation but, all in all, the city fared well in 2009 according to Assistant City Manager Steve Marcotte. He delivered a preliminary year-end financial report to Fife City Council during its Feb. 16 study session. Read more...


Council approves study on Tideflats transportation

The city of Fife will participate in a multi-agency $515,000 study regarding current and future traffic in the Tideflats area. Read more...


Fife following financial flexibility bills closely

With the busy legislative session underway in Olympia, there are several issues Fife city officials have been following with close interest. Read more...


Could Dacca Park be a marketing draw for Fife?

The city of Fife has booked 14 weekends of sports tournaments at Dacca Park for 2010, up from six last year. The increased use of the fields generates money through rental fees, and has the potential to boost business in hotels and restaurants. Read more...


Fife council member resigns

Brooks cites possible conflict of interest as reason

Fife’s Mayor Pro Tem submitted a letter of resignation on Feb. 23, following a regularly scheduled city council meeting. Read more...


Milton council plans for deep budget cuts

The Milton City Council agreed on Feb. 2 to cut more than $357,000 from the 2010 budget. This decision was made to minimize some of the city’s deficit, prevent depleting the city’s reserve funds and to balance the budget. Read more...


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