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Summer doldrums for home sales not happening around Western Washington

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Summer doldrums for home sales not happening around Western Washington

New figures from Kirkland-based Northwest Multiple Listing Service indicate home sales and prices, like July’s temperatures, sizzled.

Panera Bread in Renton to host job fair on Aug. 3

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Panera Bread in Renton to host job fair on Aug. 3

The job fair for delivery drivers will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Renton location,…

Local businesses — be aware of phishing scams

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Local businesses — be aware of phishing scams

Washington Department of Revenue is warning local businesses to be aware of email phishing scams.

East King County Career Fair set for July 28

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East King County Career Fair set for July 28

The public is invited to attend the East King County Career Fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday, July…

Nominations open for King County Executive’s Small Business Awards

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Nominations open for King County Executive’s Small Business Awards

Nominations close on Aug. 5. Winners will be announced at an awards event in the fall.

Hyatt Regency Lake Washington announces new chef de cuisine

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Hyatt Regency Lake Washington announces new chef de cuisine

Michael Demeule will be responsible for kitchen operations at the 236-seat Water’s Table restaurant.

Renton restaurant voted to have second best burger in the Northwest

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Renton restaurant voted to have second best burger in the Northwest

Burger Addict was picked by STAR 101.5 Kent & Alan Morning Show listeners.

PSE to help provide meals to families in need

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PSE to help provide meals to families in need

Greenlite will donate 10 cents to Food Lifeline when customers purchase Greenlite LED from participating stores.

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Washingtonians asked to nominate companies that give back to communities

Do you know a business that gives back to its community? Washington’s Office of the Secretary of State…

Mattress Firm hosts school supply drive for foster kids

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Mattress Firm hosts school supply drive for foster kids

The drive will end Aug. 27.

Washington’s average wage nears $59,000

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Washington’s average wage nears $59,000

Annual wage grew by 4.8 percent in 2016 to $58,957.

Republic Services reaches tentative contract agreement with recycle, yard waste drivers

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Republic Services reaches tentative contract agreement with recycle, yard waste drivers

Teamsters Local 117 achieved a fully recommended tentative agreement with Republic Services on Wednesday night over a contract…

AWB launches brand update, new logo

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AWB launches brand update, new logo

Washington’s oldest, largest employer group communicates evolution with a new brand

Unemployment rate hits historic low in April

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Unemployment rate hits historic low in April

The unemployment rate fell from 4.7 to 4.6 percent.

Time to test the real estate waters

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Time to test the real estate waters

Brokers suggest improving inventory may mean “season of opportunity” for weary house hunters.

The GlobalMAX 1530, a machine from OMAX’s newest abrasive waterjet line, will be on display at EMO 2017. COURTESY PHOTO

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OMAX to showcase new abrasive waterjet line at EMO 2017

Kent-based will showcase its newly released GlobalMAX 1530 abrasive waterjet at Sept. 18-23 EMO Hannover 2017 in Germany,…

Mattress Firm’s Clothing Drive for Foster Kids seeks donations

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Mattress Firm’s Clothing Drive for Foster Kids seeks donations

May is National Foster Care Month and Mattress Firm is making it easy for the community to give…

College Spark grant supports new English courses at RTC

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College Spark grant supports new English courses at RTC

RTC was awarded a $49,994 grant to develop tailored English courses.

Hyatt Regency announces waterfront restaurant

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Hyatt Regency announces waterfront restaurant

The new hotel is set to open in June. The restaurant will seat 236 guests.

Renton Downtown Partnership organizes inaugural Wine Walk

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Renton Downtown Partnership organizes inaugural Wine Walk

The event, scheduled for June 9, will highlight 11 regional wines and wineries.