Opinion

Irony in Appelman’s letter

I found it ironic that Ira Appelman sent out letters to the citizens of Mercer Island — cloaking…

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MICF grants awarded

The Mercer Island Community Fund recently awarded two grants to the Mercer Island Youth & Family Services Foundation.…

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Dear Newspapers,

I wish you would make it known to all your viewers that climate change is a real thing…

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Deficit hurts our children’s future

In light of the $9 billion deficit, it appears that no state-funded program will be spared. Among those…

Opinion

Band uniforms are important for Islanders

Our family has been a part of the Mercer Island music program for the last 14 years. Some…

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Opinions wanted

Letters to the Editor: We welcome letters. Letters are printed on a space available basis and must be…

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MISD’s 2020 vision

On Aug. 7, 2008, the Mercer Island School District’s Board of Directors approved the 2020 Vision — the…

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ICW: distressed by mayor’s comments

We’re writing in response to comments made at the recent open house organized by the city and the…

Opinion

What is the City Council’s motivation with ICW – Merrimount?

The City Council has utter disregard for popular will. It treats Mercer Island citizens as dummies. Consider the…

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Islanders strongly disapprove of the ‘road diet’ for ICW

There is continuing concern about the lane reduction proposed for our main north/south arterial. The “road diet” would…

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Lane change won’t fix Island Crest problem

Unfortunately, my wife and I have been out of the city for the last couple of months or…

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Don’t let the lights go out on YTN

I’ll always remember that final dress rehearsal for the “Wizard of Oz.”

Opinion

Editorial | Holly’s hope

A story in last week’s Reporter focused on the efforts of Holly Connor’s parents to secure treatment to…