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Once again, volunteers to get snapshot of homelessness in Renton, county

Early Friday morning, volunteers will once again scour Renton for people who are living on the streets, in…

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Renton to put on annual ‘Neighbor to Neighbor’ Forum

The annual “Neighbor to Neighbor” Forum, sponsored by the City of Renton Neighborhood Program, is Saturday, Feb. 9.

Lynn Wallace

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Lynn Wallace named president, CEO of Renton Chamber of Commerce

Lynn Wallace, who has nearly 20 years of Chamber of Commerce experience, is the new president and CEO…

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West Hill residents to meet fire chief candidates on Sunday

Residents of West Hill will have a chance to meet the six finalists for fire chief of King…

Skyway Fire and Renton Fire and Emergency Services Department responded early Saturday morning to a fatal accident involving a police pursuit on Martin Luther King Jr. Way.

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Man dies fleeing police on Martin Luther King Jr. Way early Saturday

A man suspected of driving while under the influence died early Saturday morning when he crashed his car…

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Hospital district gets no-findings audit for 11th year

King County Public Hospital District No. 1, which owns Valley Medical Center, has earned a “no findings” audit…

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Cold-weather shelter in downtown Renton to remain open

Because of continuing cold overnight temperatures, the City of Renton and Catholic Community Services have once again extended…

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Renton native finalist for induction into racing Hall of Fame as jockey

Renton-native Jack Leonard is among four finalists for induction in the jockey category of the Washington Racing Hall…

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Luther’s Table to present Songwriters in the Round

Renton pub and gathering place, Luther’s Table, will present its special music showcase, “Songwriters in the Round,” Saturday,…

Kenneth B. Powell

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Kenneth B. Powell

Kenneth B. Powell, Sr. Owner/Operator of Skyway Towing and Recovery December 28, 1934 – January 6, 2013 On…

Carol Sorensen

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Carol Sorensen

Carol Sorensen Carol Sorensen, age 70, passed away on January 12, 2013. She enjoyed gardening and flower arranging.…

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Renton Rotary Club honors January Youth of the Month

Renton Rotary Club has selected their Youth of the Month for January.

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Flu shots available for the uninsured, those unable to pay

Public Health – Seattle & King County is offering free flu vaccination clinics to make flu vaccine more…

Dr. Bob Thompson

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Thompson in running for state honor

Dr. Bob Thompson has been selected by Seattle Business magazine as one of three finalists for the Outstanding…

Fire District Chief David Crossen receives a check for almost $4

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The Lakeshore community donates nearly $4,000 to Fire District 20

As done for a number of years, residents at The Lakeshore retirement community and family and friends have…

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County offers hazardous-waste collection in Auburn

Make a clean start to the new year by safely disposing of old car batteries, oil, solvents and…

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Skyway Solutions to sponsor West Hill dialogue through forums

Skyway Solutions will launch in February a month-long series of community conversations promoting community awareness, neighborhood collaboration and…

Jay Inslee was sworn in as governor on Wednesday.

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Gov. Inslee stresses jobs, education, innovation in speech

Shortly after noon, Wednesday Washington’s newly sworn Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee laid forth his vision for his first…

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Boeing engineers offer a contract; FAA grounds the 787

Boeing and its engineering union resumed talks this week, with the union making a “best and final offer”…

John Fisher

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RTC culinary students, instructor providing tasty treats for Inslee reception

The Renton Technical College Culinary Arts Program will showcase the talents of one of its top instructor/chefs and…