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Rep. Smith will discuss federal issues at June 16 Rotary meeting

Rep. Adam Smith of Washington’s 9th Congressional District will discuss updates on federal issues and engage in a…

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City council proclaims June as Pride Month on Mercer Island/ Briefs

Mercer Island City Council proclaimed June as Pride Month on the Island at its June 2 regular meeting.

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Opportunities for engagement for Mercer Island residents

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A host of Mercer Island High School Class of 2026 seniors celebrated their interfaith baccalaureate at a ceremony on June 1 at the Congregational Church on Mercer Island. Three local clergy members also attended the gathering. Back row (left to right): Deacon Frank DiGirolamo, Trent Martin, Matthew Hansen, Colin Monahan, Chloe Perla, Anna Mock, Savanna Rousell, George Youseff, Matthew Lawrence, Lucas Tan and Rabbi Brett Weisman. Front row (left to right): Ava Williamson, Miller Fosseen, Isabelle Tomaselli, Kylie Oordt, Bryanna Denmarsh, Sarah Gribble, Eloise Newman, Kira Lancaster, Cate Thomas and Pastor Jennifer Castle.
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MIHS seniors celebrate baccalaureate

A host of Mercer Island High School Class of 2026 seniors celebrated their interfaith baccalaureate at a ceremony…

Northwest Yeshiva High School AlephLearn team members Natalie Aronov, Jessica Berezansky and Izzabella Dillman present their project to the crowd at the recent Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education (CIJE) Innovation Summit in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Courtesy photo

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Northwest Yeshiva High School students win best engineering awards at national summit

It’s been an inspirational experience this year for STEM coach Ariela DeFunis, who watched some of her Northwest…

Top, from left to right, Mercer Island Police Department officer Shannon Johnson, King County Marine Patrol sergeant Rich Barton, Mercer Island Police Department officer Jordan Tranter and King County Special Operations Division chief Jose Marenco. Bottom, officers deploy to an ice rescue on Feb. 3 at Fish Lake in Chelan County. Courtesy photos

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Mercer Island Police Department officers receive King County Lifesaving Award

Mercer Island Police Department (MIPD) officer Jordan Tranter was proud to be part of a stellar team that…

Prime boating season is now underway. Photo courtesy of the city of Mercer Island

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City offers boating safety tips with season underway

With prime boating season now underway, the city of Mercer Island reminds the public that all vessel operators…

“The Cover Girls” meet in April 2003 at Susan Dykstra’s home: Back row from left to right — Marge Petrie, Peggy Crow, Irene Mulroy, Tracy McHugh and Dykstra; front row from left to right — Annette Williamson, Maureen MacLean, Pat Keehn, Pat McNamee and Kathy Ellestad. Not pictured: Merriann Firnstahl. Courtesy photo

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‘The Cover Girls’ close the final chapter after 45 years

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Creative Learning Center’s Paula Lee and Pixie Hill Preschool’s Ashley Good were honored as Exceptional Educators of the Year at the Mercer Island Preschool Association’s annual Preschool Director Luncheon on May 29 at the Mercer Island Library. Courtesy photo

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MIPA hosts annual Preschool Director Luncheon

Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA) hosted its annual Preschool Director Luncheon for an afternoon of connection and celebration…

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MISD superintendent recognizes employees and staff members at ceremony

Mercer Island School District (MISD) Superintendent Dr. Fred Rundle recognized the district’s employees of the year, retiring staff,…

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Island Books to host Summer Local Author Festival

Island Books will be hosting its Summer Local Author Festival from 2-4 p.m. on June 28 at 3014…

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Suspect arrested for DUI at boat launch access road | Mercer Island police blotter

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King County Transportation District board members met May 27 to discuss amendments to a proposed 0.1% sales tax. Screenshot

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King County Transportation District nears finalizing new sales tax

Board members agree cities should receive a portion of the $100 million in expected revenue, but are now…