Local pediatrician recommends vaccines

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Local pediatrician recommends vaccines

“Someday I will have a patient with a vaccine-preventable disease like measles.”

President’s emergency declaration sparks immediate legal backlash

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President’s emergency declaration sparks immediate legal backlash

Attorney General Bob Ferguson said his team will sue the White House if federal funds originally intended for…

Mercer Island Half is March 24

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Mercer Island Half is March 24

The event also features a 10K, 5K and Kids’ Dash.

Islander recalls filming ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Life

Islander recalls filming ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Meredythe Glass was an extra in the 1939 film, and is possibly the last surviving cast member.

Thai makes history as Washington’s first refugee legislator

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Thai makes history as Washington’s first refugee legislator

The 41st district Democrat is an advocate for education and underrepresented communities.

Christina, 16, and Caroline Crow, 14, watch mallards clearing space in the ice to swim on Ellis Pond. Photo courtesy of Meg Lippert

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One of the ‘snowiest’ months on record for King County

Citizens fled to stores to stock up on needed supplies; City staff worked to keep roads clear.

Man robs Mercer Island Wells Fargo bank

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Man robs Mercer Island Wells Fargo bank

Suspect taken into custody with $380 in hand.

Renowned organist to perform on the Island

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Renowned organist to perform on the Island

Hyokyoung ‘Hannah’ Byun will give a solo concert at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church.

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Paek wins second in composition competition

Nathan Paek of Mercer Island takes 2nd in the 2019 MTNA Junior Composition Competition.

OfferUp founder Nick Huzar makes customer safety a core pillar

Business

OfferUp founder Nick Huzar makes customer safety a core pillar

Bellevue-based CEO wanted a simpler solution to his own problems

Mercer Island prepares for weekend winter storm

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Mercer Island prepares for weekend winter storm

City facilities are closing early and events have been cancelled, including the MIYFS Breakfast.

Mercer Island City Council lays out goals for 2019

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Mercer Island City Council lays out goals for 2019

Budget reductions are the first item on the work plan for the next two years.

Mercer Island Preschool Association wins 2019 MIYFS Philanthropy Award

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Mercer Island Preschool Association wins 2019 MIYFS Philanthropy Award

MIPA has a strong partnership with the city, raising thousands each year for preschool scholarships.