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The driver of the victim vehicle — a 2015 Toyota Highlander — did not sustain any serious injuries from the collision. Photo courtesy of Renton Police Department

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4 minors in stolen car injured after late-night collision

The suspect driver ran a red light on Rainier Avenue in Renton, then collided with a vehicle heading…

Finnish President Sauli Niinistö and Gov. Jay Inslee. (Courtesy of the Office of the Governor)

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In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA

Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…

Patricia "Pat" Auten | Obituary

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Patricia “Pat” Auten | Obituary

Patricia “Pat” Auten 82 of Renton, WA died on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Valley Medical Center in…

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Masking requirements in healthcare, other facilities to end April 3

DOH still recommends masks for patients, healthcare providers, and visitors in healthcare settings.

Barbara L. Woods | Obituary

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Barbara L. Woods | Obituary

Barbara L. Woods, 92 of Renton, WA, peacefully passed away on February 4, 2023.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Pandemic made us realize the value of local pharmacists | Brunell

While the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Pandemic made us realize the value of local pharmacists | Brunell

While the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization…

SET Officer K-9 Zoey poses with the drugs seized by law enforcement from the narcotics arrests on Valentine’s Day. Photo courtesy of Renton Police Department

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Renton police make narcotics arrests, seize over $2M in drugs

According to Renton Police, more than 31,000 fentanyl pills were found, among other drugs.

Mayor Armondo Pavone, courtesy photo

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Mayor’s Memo: Welcome to the first monthly column from the Mayor’s office

Welcome to the first monthly column from the Mayor’s office. For those of you I haven’t met in…

State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Divisive bills on pursuits, gun purchases edge closer to House votes

And a comprehensive remaking of state’s approach to drug possession advances toward action in the Senate.

Randy Corman

Opinion

Column: Disoriented WA legislators decide it’s safe to drive with no brake lights during the day

Renton Highlands resident Randy Corman served 28 years on the Renton City Council and is a former Boeing…

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‘Rock thrower’ pleads guilty, sentenced to 2 years probation

Shawn Perantie was charged with felony malicious mischief in the second degree and reckless endangerment.

Lake Washington in Renton. Bailey Jo Josie / the Reporter

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What’s going on around Renton? | Events calendar

Friday, Feb. 17 to Saturday, March 4

Renton third graders await dictionaries donated by Renton Rotary Club. Photo courtesy of Renton Rotary Club

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Renton Rotary members donate dictionaries to local third graders

The tradition of handing out dictionaries to third graders began in 2005.

File photo: A sign at a Cal Anderson Park reproductive rights protest on May 14, 2022, in Seattle.

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Legislation seeks to strenghten Washington’s abortion laws

OLYMPIA — A day after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last June, Democratic Gov. Jay…

Renton City Councilmember Carmen Rivera

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To improve traffic safety for all, lawmakers should pass HB 1513 | Guest editorial

By Carmen Rivera, For the Reporter

This is a 2021 screenshot that shows the pursuit of a stolen vehicle on Interstate 5 in King County.

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House committee steers vehicle pursuit bill forward

Revisions will make it easier for police officers to engage in a chase. Changes would expire in 2025…

Edmonds Mayor Mike Nelson rewards a lion dancer with a traditional red envelope during a celebration of the Lunar New Year on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. Photo by Ryan Berry / The Herald

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Lunar New Year proposed as Washington’s next state holiday

A bill to make it a legal holiday awaits a key vote. Some Asian American constituents were opposed,…

Robert Openshaw | Obituary

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Robert Openshaw | Obituary

Robert Openshaw

Ruta York | Obituary

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Ruta York | Obituary

Ruta (Ruth) Arija Liepnieks York passed away at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue, WA on December 31, 2022. She…