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Remembering the lives they led on Vashon
As 2023 dawns, we mourn and celebrate the islanders who left us in 2022.
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State sues 3 major drug retailers for role in fueling opioid epidemic
AG Bob Ferguson alleges Albertsons, Kroger and Rite Aid of failing to prevent overuse of opioid prescriptions
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Department of Health warns of high rates of flu this season
In addition to the flu, other respiratory illnesses such as COVID and RSV are overloading hospitals.
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Holiday travel: Icy Sea-Tac airport tops ‘Misery Map’
The predicted third-busiest holiday travel season since 2000 faces a wintry mix of traffic jams and flight issues.
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Locals with deep roots bring a tony new brand to town
The new owners aim for their new business to capture some of the market share that now goes…
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A program that helps islanders pay the rent to sunset
Without a major influx of money, the rent program is slated to end in May of next year.
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A surprise show sends students off to break in style
The almost hour-long concer brought holiday joy to students, according to VHS principal Danny Rock.
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Local clothing consignment business up for sale
The owner hopes her concept for the store, as an LGBTQ-welcoming, all-gender-inclusive place to shop for apparel for…
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To curtail bad behavior, WSF institutes a code of conduct
In response to concerns raised by Washington State Ferries (WSF) terminal staff and vessel crews, WSF has developed…
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Wastewater surveillance shows COVID levels rising sharply
Wastewater surveillance is a good predictor of what’s to come, such as an increase, or decrease, in future…
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For 7th straight year, Democrats aim for assault weapon ban
Democratic legislators will seek several gun control laws in the 2023 session, including one requiring a permit to…
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Snow and cold temps expected this week in Puget Sound region
The weather forecast calls for several inches of snow as well as a cold snap this week in…
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Audit finds that temp workers are owed $200,000 by King County
The workers are owed back benefits – payments in lieu of benefits for temp workers.