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Vera Risdon: The name behind the school, the voice behind the music
The longtime Renton educator is hosting an instrument drive for the upcoming Risdon Middle School.
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Unwanted house guests | POLICE BLOTTER
The following information was compiled from Renton Police Department’s incident reports.
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Hazen grad appointed to RSD board
Avanti Bergquist will fill the vacant District No. 2 seat starting July 1.
Life
Zone 3 Explorers gear up for regional competition
Zone 3 Explorers is a program for young adults and is designed to train them to work in…
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Sweet slumber at Safeway | POLICE BLOTTER
This week’s blotter includes a sleeping Safeway suspect, a pepper spraying incident, and more.
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Renton Farmers Market opens for the season | GALLERY
The market is open every Tuesday until Sept. 27 from 3 to 7 p.m.
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School district budget hangs on Legislature
School board passes a resolution allowing for a $5 million loan to ensure June payroll.
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McKnight students raise funds to compete in D.C.
Rose Kelly and Chelsea Davatos won the statewide National History Day competition, and are now heading to the…
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City leaders discuss immigration issues at town hall
The topic that took the spotlight was the importance of a sanctuary city status.
Business
Renton Downtown Partnership organizes inaugural Wine Walk
The event, scheduled for June 9, will highlight 11 regional wines and wineries.
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Renton police gear up for Teen Peace Fest
The event, scheduled for June 3, aims to “bridge the gap between the community and our police department.”
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Two teenagers stabbed during an altercation
A 16-year-old male and 19-year-old female were transported to the hospital on May 9.
Business
La Hacienda reopens after potential norovirus outbreak
The restaurant was temporarily closed on April 27 after reports of people becoming ill.
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Council authorizes $4 million for new community center
Family First Community Center was proposed by Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin and city of Renton.
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German exchange program builds relationships
The toughest part of teaching a high school language arts class is getting students to be interested and…
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Angry neighbor with machete | Renton Police Blotter
The following information was compiled from Renton Police Department incident reports.
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Billing system causes concern with property owners and tenants
Solid waste bills are now sent to property owners, not the tenants.
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Police seeks information about armed robbery at Subway
Renton Police Department released a video and is seeking public assistance to identify the suspects.
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Police turn to social media as form of communication
Renton Police Department has started to better utilize Facebook, Twitter and Nextdoor to reach residents.