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Washington state’s minimum wage increasing to $14.49 next year
Increase attributed to more expensive gas, housing, household furnishings and food, state’s Department of Labor & Industries says.
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City council passes three interim housing ordinances / City briefs
At its Sept. 21 regular meeting, the Mercer Island City Council passed three ordinances on an interim emergency…
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King County woman dies from ‘rare’ Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine blood clot
The woman received her shot on Aug. 26 and died in early September, according to public health.
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Fabulous fall colors
Fall colors pop as students stroll on Southeast 42nd Street on a recent afternoon. Andy Nystrom/ staff photo
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Cedar River Salmon Journey events allow close look at spawning salmon
Seattle Aquarium to host events every weekend in October at multiple Cedar River locations.
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School counselors discuss how they’re supporting students in need
MI Parent Edge event focuses on middle and high school students.
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Postal workers protest the “The Great Mail Slowdown” in East King County
Union spokespeople say the closure of the East DDC will effect delivery times across the region.
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Food pantry remains closed, but the giving continues
YFS operates on a gift-card model to assist residents in need.
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Gregoire discusses COVID, chronic homelessness and more at Rotary meeting
Former Washington state governor heads Challenge Seattle.
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Richard Sherman speaks on mental health stigma that prevented him from asking for help
After signing with Tampa Bay, Sherman says he was “proud” to ask for help after arrest.
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Officers wear special pink patches during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Mercer Island Police Department (MIPD) officers will be wearing special pink patches during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in…
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Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at business | Mercer Island police blotter
Selected reports Sept. 20-26.
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Residents share opinions on PROS Plan at virtual open house
City plan focuses on parks, recreation and open space.