News
Mercer Island Thrift Shop, recycling center renovations to take longer
As of Aug. 4, City Manager Jessi Bon is guessing end-of-the-year projections are more realistic.
Blake Peterson
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How will school look this fall on Mercer Island?
After Superintendent Donna Colosky announced July 24 that the 2020-‘21 school year would begin remotely, a July 30…
Business
Inside new Mercer Island bakery La Fête Pâtisserie Française
The eatery, which opened in July, specializes in traditional French pastries.
News
Groveland Beach Park closed until further notice
The city said the closure is in response to COVID-19-related safety guidelines not being followed and other concerns.
News
Cougar reportedly spotted on Mercer Island Wednesday
The case has been since been transferred to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.
News
Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption program ends on Mercer Island
The council approved an ordinance repealing the tax-exemption program, which is designed to foster affordable housing options, 5-2.
News
Mayor signs police reform pledge
The city council, who approved 6-0 signing, still voiced reservations about the pledge.
News
MISD superintendent recommending school year begin remotely
A learning plan will be formally adopted by the school board Aug. 13.
News
Superintendent: Full return to in-person learning Sept. 2 unlikely
In a new letter, Donna Colosky shared new specifics about how a typical school day might unfold under…
News
Small group of Mercer Islanders strikes for Black lives
On Monday, July 20, community members participated in a strike for Black lives at the intersection of Island…
News
How is COVID-19 affecting unemployment on Mercer Island?
An economist with the state’s unemployment office says it’s tough to say how economic recovery and job-market restability…
Life
Youth Theatre Northwest making unprecedented adjustments amid pandemic
The Reporter caught up with executive director Mimi Katano to discuss how the theatre is transitioning, what has/hasn’t…