Islander Parker Kittilsby donated 104 backpacks to an Auburn school named after Gildo Rey

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What’s in a name?

Great-grandson of school’s namesake makes a difference for its students

Islander Karin Pangborn was ‘pumpkined’ by Sari Weiss for her work as a volunteer for Youth and Family Services.

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‘Pumpkin honors’ for Island volunteers

YFS Annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser recognizes volunteers

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Rather than worrying about Ebola — get flu shot instead

Flu shots are widely available, and are usually free

Nancy Burrill

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Beloved West Mercer first-grade teacher succumbs to cancer battle

On Sunday, Oct. 19, West Mercer Elementary first-grade teacher Nancy Burrill passed away after a recurring battle with…

“Night of the Living Dead” performs through Saturday

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YTN presents ‘Night of the Living Dead’ at Luther Burbank Park

Unique outdoor theatre experience performs Oct. 24 and 25

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Demolition to North Mercer building has begun

Building torn down to make way for construction of Elementary School #4

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Police Blotter | $200 from a cash register reported stolen

Islanders also report several cases of fraud, tire puncturing

Mercer Island firefighter proudly wear their pink T-shirts on duty at Station 91

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Island Firefighters go Pink

Firefighters will be wearing Pink T-shirts on duty between Oct. 26 and Oct. 31

Islander Wendy Liu interviewed 35 Washingtonians about their first visits to China that began in the early 1970s

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First impressions of China at the dawn of diplomatic age

Islander’s new book is collection of stories of first visits to China

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Schools, City to meet Oct. 16 on YFS funding issues

The Mercer Island School District Board of Directors and City Council will discuss the Youth & Family Services…

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Police Blotter | Vehicle prowling at dog park

Islanders report car prowling, theft, fraud and catfishing

The 2014 Mercer Island Homecoming Parade travels along 80th Avenue S.E.

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Mercer Island Homecoming Parade | Slideshow

With a theme of Space Olympics, Mercer Island High School celebrated its 2014 Homecoming Parade Friday, Oct. 11…

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Oct. 13 Update | City launches “Dine Local” campaign

Update on 'boil water' recovery: Dine Local campaign to help Island restaurants