Mary Lynn Pannen, founder and CEO of Sound Options, has consulted thousands of Washington families on geriatric care for 30 years. Photo courtesy of Sound Options.

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Elder abuse cases are on the rise in Washington

Local agencies and geriatric care managers aim to increase public awareness about the epidemic.

The King County Courthouse. File photo

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King County Council Acknowledges Report on Juvenile Solitary Confinement

Report also says youth of color face a disproportionate amount of disciplinary measures

From left, Mercer Island School Board director Deborah Lurie, Mercer Island Schools Foundation (MISF) board member Tema Burkey, MISF development director Tammy Shoop, School Board president Tracy Drinkwater, Superintendent Donna Colosky, school board director David D’Souza and school board vice president Ralph Jorgenson pose for a photo after MISF presented a $600,000 check to the school board. Photo courtesy of Mercer Island School District

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Foundation gives $600K to school district

Total contribution for year is more than $1 million

State Supreme Court strikes down I-27; King County will pursue safe consumption sites

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State Supreme Court strikes down I-27; King County will pursue safe consumption sites

State Supreme Court strikes down I-27; King County will pursue safe consumption sites

First key to the city goes to Clibborn

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First key to the city goes to Clibborn

Mercer Island celebrated the retirement of longtime legislator, transportation leader Judy Clibborn.

(Left to right) Julie Hamp, Andy Hamp, Sue Hamp and Sue Anderson provide musical entertainment at the 2017 Firehouse Munch. This year, the Barrelhouse Gang will offer New Orleans-style swing jazz. Photo courtesy of the city of Mercer Island

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Mercer Island brings diverse holidays to Firehouse Munch

The annual Firehouse Munch will take place after the city’s Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 7.

Mercer Island arts roundup: First Friday, Holiday Show and more

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Mercer Island arts roundup: First Friday, Holiday Show and more

Islanders can view art at the Community Center, downtown galleries and Barrels Wine Bar.

Mercer Island City Council passes scaled back budget

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Mercer Island City Council passes scaled back budget

The city manager was instructed to look for an additional $1.2 million in cuts.

OPINION: The sweetness of coming together | Windows and Mirrors

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OPINION: The sweetness of coming together | Windows and Mirrors

For immigrant women on the Eastside, Turkcha is here to help.

The King County Library System Foundation is awarded a grant from Boeing

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The King County Library System Foundation is awarded a grant from Boeing

KCLSF receives an $80,000 grant from the Boeing Company

Work party at Homestead

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Work party at Homestead

Another work party scheduled for Dec. 1

Caruccio’s culinary event center donates 20 Thanksgiving dinners

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Caruccio’s culinary event center donates 20 Thanksgiving dinners

The meals, assembled by volunteers from a charity league, were given to Youth and Family Services.

KCLS launched its first podcast called “The Desk Set.” The podcast is hosted by librarians Britta Barrett and Emily Calkins. Photo courtesy of “The Desk Set.”

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KCLS launches first podcast, The Desk Set

Librarians Britta Barrett and Emily Calking co-host new podcast.