Robert Whale

Bridges neighborhood. File photo

Bridges neighborhood moves closer to annexation

Area with 386 homes is located in Kent, but surrounded by Auburn.

Bridges neighborhood. File photo
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Auburn Police strike use agreement with Copper Gate Apartments

The crime-ridden apartment complex authorizes the APD to use one of its clubhouse rooms

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Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

Organized thoughts about my second fight with cancer | Whale’s Tales

It is 12:35 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3. I am one of 21 people, young and old, men and women settled into tall chairs in… Continue reading

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.
Jeff Tate, director of community development for the city of Auburn, Segale Properties spokesman Mike Pruett and Mark Segale address the Auburn City Council about the future redevelopment of key Segale holdings in Auburn, among them the gravel mining operation established 40 years ago on the city’s south end. (Photo by Robert Whale, Auburn Reporter)

Company to close mining operation in Auburn

Development options are being considered for the 900-acre site.

Jeff Tate, director of community development for the city of Auburn, Segale Properties spokesman Mike Pruett and Mark Segale address the Auburn City Council about the future redevelopment of key Segale holdings in Auburn, among them the gravel mining operation established 40 years ago on the city’s south end. (Photo by Robert Whale, Auburn Reporter)
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Auburn Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial

City has not conducted an internal investigation of Jeffrey Nelson and the related 2019 shooting.

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The joint was jumping at the June 2 grand opening of the Imperial Palace in Auburn. COURTESY PHOTO, Ryan Kunkel

Auburn welcomes Imperial Palace Casino at grand opening

Located at the former Iron Horse Casino.

The joint was jumping at the June 2 grand opening of the Imperial Palace in Auburn. COURTESY PHOTO, Ryan Kunkel
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Petpalooza returns to Game Farm Park in Auburn

Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 20

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Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

Here’s what communist and totalitarian trials really look like | Whale’s Tales

In the 1968 film “Oliver!,” the murderous Bill Sykes’ doomed lover, Nancy, leads pub revelers in a round of “Oom Pah Pah,” a rolicking repetition… Continue reading

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.
Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

Clear communication vs. sticking your head in the oven | Whale’s Tales

As I have written before in this column, I am a word person. Better to say I have been a student of language ever since… Continue reading

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.
Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

Victim energy is a siren song to which we must stop our ears | Whale’s Tales

We find them everywhere we turn. People who blame all that’s gone south in their lives on someone or something outside of themselves that “done… Continue reading

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.
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Robbery suspects nearly collide with train while fleeing Auburn police | Video

Court documents reveal details of Feb. 9 incident

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Bed, Bath & Beyond has closed its store at The Outlet Collection in Auburn after 27 years. ROBERT WHALE, Sound Publishing

Bed, Bath & Beyond closes its Auburn store at The Outlet Collection

Store opened in 1995 when mall first opened

Bed, Bath & Beyond has closed its store at The Outlet Collection in Auburn after 27 years. ROBERT WHALE, Sound Publishing
Photos by Robert Whale, Auburn Reporter
Colie Brooks at work learning how to integrate wing flaps into her landing procedure on a simulator at the GRC Aviation Center.

Careers take flight at Green River College’s aviation program

For much of the flight from the Renton Airport over South King County and back early Friday afternoon, Jan. 27, things seemed to be going… Continue reading

Photos by Robert Whale, Auburn Reporter
Colie Brooks at work learning how to integrate wing flaps into her landing procedure on a simulator at the GRC Aviation Center.
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Auburn man faces charge of attempted kidnapping of barista

King County prosecutors charge man in Jan. 16 incident at drive-thru window

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Alleged would-be Auburn barista snatcher makes first court appearance

38-year-old man held on $500,000 bail; could face attempted kidnapping charge with sexual motivation

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Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus.

Residents express concern about Auburn mayor’s paid time off

Continues to accrue high number of unlimited sick leave and vacation time toward eventual payout

Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus.
Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo

Police arrest Auburn man they suspect tried to kidnap a barista

Reportedly attempted to pull barista through drive-up window Jan. 16

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo
Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

‘I must have driven through a barn’ and other stories of grace | Whale’s Tales

My brother, Jack, and I were jabbering on Christmas Eve about all the things we’ve done in our lives that we improbably survived. Many of… Continue reading

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.
Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

When old age asks the new year for a dance | Whale’s Tales

One of the important lessons the dawning of each new year has taught me is the futility of making New Year’s resolutions. My track record… Continue reading

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.
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Stearns resigns from Auburn City Council for Legislature

Auburn Democrat will represent 47th District in Olympia

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