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Mercer Island moms launch book drive at Island schools for public health clinic
Early this June, Mercer Island elementary schools and preschools will be holding their first “Graduation Book Drive.” As…
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‘Adventuress’ wins preservation award
The American Express and National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Partners in Preservation grant winner is the schooner Adventuress…
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Sheriff’s office reminds boaters to be safe on water
The King County Sheriff’s office is reminding boaters and anyone who uses the water this spring and summer…
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I-90 closures begin for ‘smart highways’
Drivers traveling on I-90 between Seattle and Bellevue may notice what drivers on I-5 and SR-520 have seen…
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King County officials still considering sales tax hike
The Metropolitan King County Council is still weighing options on whether or not to put a sales tax…
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Public meeting set for Recycle Center future
The city is inviting Islanders to discuss land-use options for the former Mercer Island Recycle Center at a…
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Business brief | MudBay coming to Mercer Island this summer
A natural pet food store is coming to Mercer Island this summer. With a grand opening scheduled for…
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Extra Bridge the Gap money will help teachers
The Mercer Island School District’s Bridge the Gap fundraising campaign may earn $200,000 in excess of the $500,000…
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Prom night quiet for Safe Rides
Prom night is always a busy evening for Mercer Island High School seniors and their families, but this…
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Maydenbauer Slough water once again safe after sewage spill
Water quality returned to safe levels in Meydenbauer Slough following a sewage overflow last week. The spill had…
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State holds St. Helens exhibit
With May 18 being the 30th anniversary of Mount St. Helens’ big eruption, the Washington State Archives is…
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Books from Mercer Island authors
An urban fantasy novel, cookbook and unique collection of Chinese proverbs are among the latest collection of books…
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Northwest Yeshiva student takes third in Holocaust Remembrance arts contest
A local student at Northwest Yeshiva High School recently won third place in the annual Jacob Friedman Holocaust…