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Susan Bressler

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Those without the sparkly Christmas tree need our help

As I write this column, I am sitting near my sparkly Christmas tree, in a warm house, with…

Chef Tom Small at Armondo’s in downtown Renton has created this  seafood salad. Small makes extensive use of seasonal products in his dishes for Armondo Pavone’s restaurant.

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SUSAN BRESSLER: For dinner Armondo has something new

A couple of months ago, I told you about Armondo’s new lunch menu and their new chef, Tom…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Where life’s lessons learned

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Pastor Gretchen Mertes stands in what will eventually become Luther’s Table

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SUSAN BRESSLER: New time, new social circle

Who would have thought that 15th Century theologian Martin Luther’s work during the reformation would have relevance in…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Sierra’s eagle soars

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Renton Clothes Bank in need of clothes, money

A new school year is upon us. My friend Judy describes fall as the time of renewal –…

Bruschetta at Armondo's is a part of their family-style dinner. The restaurant has been in Renton for about 25 years.

Life

Big changes at Armondo’s Cafe in downtown Renton

One of our oldest and dearest friends in Renton is changing; and although change can sometimes be difficult,…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Make Savvy Traveler your next destination

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! Have I found the latest, greatest new jewel in Renton! The Savvy…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Maria’s Law was mom’s quest

I have been following the story of Maria Federici, a local Renton woman, since the first tragic days…

Campbell Hill kindergartners got an up-close-and-personal look at Costco recently.

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Costco trip leaves Renton kids smiling

In my last column, I told you about all of the wonderful partnerships between businesses and education in…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Renton’s best teachers honored

The Renton Chamber of Commerce held its ninth annual Ahead of the Class Excellence in Education Awards recently.…

The Renton History Museum is looking for photos of life at Renton High School over the years for a museum exhibit.

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Renton History Museum looking for Renton High School photos for exhibit

Attention Renton High School graduates! The 100th anniversary of your alma mater is approaching quickly! A team of…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Join the walk to fight MS

I’d like to introduce you to two extraordinary women who don’t know one another but are joined together…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Vino at The Landing; It knows what you like in wine, treats

Remember the old sitcom “Cheers” where when you walked in the door of the bar and everyone knew…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: New focus for column and even a food blog

Happy New Year! I know my New Year’s best wishes are a little late in the month getting…

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SUSAN: BRESSLER: Yes, I am thankful for many things in Renton this year

Merry Christmas! It has been a heckuva year in this United States. Every new story seems to carry…

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Open up pantries for those in need

I had lasagna for dinner last night. The single-serve kind, rather than the homemade kind, because my husband…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: A chance to help two worthy causes

Renton is definitely a philanthropic kind of town. In just this month alone, I think that we have…

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Daphne’s cafe is a big Greek party

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SUSAN BRESSLER: Photographer Hudson offers tips on expanding marketing

I just finished a great book that I’d like to tell you about, particularly those of you who…