'Intentional' takes place in part on Mercer Island

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Novel ‘Intentional’ features Mercer Island

A new book written by Mercer Island author MK Harkins takes place in part on the Island.

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State Liquor Board approves proposed rules to implement recreational marijuana sales

The Washington State Liquor Control Board on Wednesday approved the proposed rules that, if ultimately enacted, will help…

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Metro Transit service changes for the Fourth of July

King County Metro Transit bus routes will operate with a Sunday schedule on the Fourth of July for…

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Independence Day closures on Mercer Island

In honor of the Independence Day holiday on Thursday, July 4, various city and local offices will be…

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Washington state ranks No. 2 in wireless service taxes, fees

Wireless service tax and fee rates in the United States rank second highest in Washington state, according to…

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Mercer Island to celebrate sixth National Night Out Aug. 6

National Night Out, a crime prevention and preparedness event, will be held for the sixth consecutive year on…

Sergeant Ryan Parr of the Mercer Island Police Department uses a fishing net to rescue 12 ducklings out of a storm drain at Lakeridge Elementary School on Sunday morning

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Mercer Island police rescue 12 ducklings out of storm drain

An early morning report of ducks down a storm drain at Lakeridge Elementary School led police to rescue…

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Bellevue College now enrolling for job training programs

Bellevue College’s Workforce Education division is now enrolling eligible students for fall quarter in professional-technical programs that prepare…

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Tully’s Coffee sale to Patrick Dempsey’s investment group complete

The investment group that includes actor Patrick Dempsey has completed its purchase of Tully's Coffee as of July…

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State Fire Marshal: When it’s appropriate to call 911 about fireworks

Every year around the Fourth of July 911 operators are inundated with calls regarding fireworks. The majority of…

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Mercer Island graduates from Bellevue Christian | School news

Two students from Mercer Island recently graduated from Bellevue Christian School.

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New appointees named to City of Mercer Island commissions, boards

The Mercer Island Arts Council and Senior Advisory Board filled several vacancies.

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Mercer Island book details service with CIA | Arts brief

Mercer Island resident John Sager is the author of a new book, “Uncovered: My Half-Century With The CIA.”