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Mercer Island Schools Foundation supports school district
Mercer Island Schools Foundation (MISF) President of the Board of Trustees Mara McCune and Executive Director Tammy Shoop…
Letters to the Editor
Measure 8201 lets WA invest long-term care funds wisely
Whether you support the Long-Term Care Trust Fund or not, it’s critical that we manage its reserves wisely.…
News
Opportunities for engagement for Mercer Island residents
City council meeting headlines from Oct. 7.
News
Arbor Day celebration set for Oct. 25
The city of Mercer Island will hold its annual Arbor Day event to celebrate the local urban tree…
News
City offers CERT training course
In a disaster, first responders and resources will be stretched thin and may not be immediately available to…
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Subject arrested for stealing tequila and toothpaste | Mercer Island police blotter
Selected reports Sept. 30-Oct. 6.
News
Kindergarten Information Night set for Oct. 22
Mercer Island School District in partnership with the Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA) will be hosting a Kindergarten…
News
Solemates spot skeleton … Halloween decoration
On a recent day, the Mercer Island Solemates walking group paused to notice a neighbor’s Halloween decoration. Photos…
Life
Oom-pah, oom-pah, sausage and beer: Oktoberfest in WA | Meanderings by Mindy Stern
Travel column by local writer Mindy Stern.
Sports
St. Monica cross country team shines at Catholic Youth Championship 2025
The St. Monica cross country team delivered its strongest performance in Catholic Youth Championship history, winning four medals…
Northwest
Hammer-wielding vandal damages WA Capitol in late-night break-in
Auburn man, 29, accused of lighting fires, tipping over statues and breaking glass inside the building.
News
Colorful dancing at Mid-Autumn Festival Carnival
Members of Seattle’s Mak Fai Dragon & Lion Dance Association perform at the Mercer Island Chinese Association (MICA)…
