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Disagreement over dog behavior at park | Mercer Island police blotter

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Disagreement over dog behavior at park | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports for Aug. 24-Sept. 6

Officers wrestle disturbed man to the ground near Interstate 90

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Officers wrestle disturbed man to the ground near Interstate 90

Man threatened to jump over railing.

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Editorial: State lawmakers shouldn’t wait to start budget work

Making tough choices on cuts and revenue can’t wait until next year and hopes for better news.

King County moves to Stage 2 burn ban

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King County moves to Stage 2 burn ban

Outdoor fires, even barbecues or in fire pits, are now prohibited.

Mercer Island fire marshal issues burn ban

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Mercer Island fire marshal issues burn ban

Ban includes all wood burning.

Mercer Island recognizes September as National Recovery Month

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Mercer Island recognizes September as National Recovery Month

Recovery celebration marks its 31st year across the U.S.

Island recycling event set for October

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Island recycling event set for October

Old equipment, electronics and more will be accepted.

Rico Thomas, left, has been a clerk in the Fuel Center/Mini Mart at Safeway in Federal Way for the past 5 years. Kyong Barry, right, has been with Albertsons for 18 years and is a front end supervisor in Auburn. Both are active members of UFCW 21. Courtesy photos

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Grocery store workers deserve respect and hazard pay | Guest column

As grocery store workers in King County, we experience the hard, cold realities of the COVID-19 pandemic every…

Grab-and-go meals are now available for district students

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Grab-and-go meals are now available for district students

Free lunches can be picked up at two spots.

Editorial: Honor 100 years of suffrage with your ballot

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Editorial: Honor 100 years of suffrage with your ballot

Women’s right to vote was recognized 100 years ago; we need to use the ballots women fought for.

Mercer Island School District School Board approves 2020-21 budget

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Mercer Island School District School Board approves 2020-21 budget

Funding comes from local levies, program fees and more.

Rotarians prepare meals for the homeless in Seattle

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Rotarians prepare meals for the homeless in Seattle

Locals take part in volunteer project.

Public commenters can now speak on camera during city council meetings

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Public commenters can now speak on camera during city council meetings

Next video conference meeting is Sept. 1.