Redmond Patch Week in Review

Monday: A fire on Bel-Red Road, causing $1.5 million in damage and totalling the structure. No injuries have been reported in the blaze, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Tuesday: We and told you how the local chain is finding continued success around the Eastside. Its Sammamish eatery is expanding hours and trying out a new dinner menu.

Wednesday: The death of a popular Woodinville High School teacher was , and the victim's boyfriend was taken into custody and charged with second-degree murder. Prudence Hockley had taught English at the school for 14 years.

Thursday: Tolling on the State Route 520 bridge began Thursday, and WSDOT on the roadway throughout the rest of the work week. We also published a you might not know about the whole tolling process.

Friday: We shared a of 2011. Red-light cameras and the Sky Metalwala case were two ongoing stories that drew in a significant number of readers.

Saturday: Cork Dork Chris Nishiwaki on Saturday. Several local distilleries are set to benefit from the passage of I-1183 in the new year.

Sunday: Dozens of brave souls welcomed 2012 by at Redmond's annual Polar Plunge. The event raised nearly $11,000 for Special Olympics Washington.