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.

Hyatt Regency to host job fair

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Hyatt Regency to host job fair

The hotel, scheduled to open in June near Lake Washington, is looking to fill over 100 positions.

Evergreen Market to open third store in Renton

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Evergreen Market to open third store in Renton

The 3,000-square-foot store will open Friday, May 12.

La Hacienda reopens after potential norovirus outbreak

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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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Smile Power vehicle rolls into town

Charlette Shoecraft was honored during the April 25 stop in the South Seattle/Renton area.

Wild Willy’s in Federal Way sells work-wear at discount

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Wild Willy’s in Federal Way sells work-wear at discount

Since it opened March 2016, Wild Willy’s Workwear on Pacific Highway South has received a warm welcome from…

GiveBIG event to impact Renton nonprofits

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GiveBIG event to impact Renton nonprofits

Seattle Foundation’s annual GiveBIG event on May 10 will benefit more than 1,600 nonprofits, including some in Renton.

Many homes selling within first 30 days in Puget Sound housing market

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Many homes selling within first 30 days in Puget Sound housing market

Housing prices in the Puget Sound market continue to go up and inventory remains tight.

A closer look into what the sale of McLendon means to the business, customers

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A closer look into what the sale of McLendon means to the business, customers

McLendon sale set to finalize this month

Mattress Firm’s Pajama Bowl raises $114K for foster kids

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Mattress Firm’s Pajama Bowl raises $114K for foster kids

Mattress Firm’s 12th annual Pajama Bowl was a striking success, raising more than $114,000 to ensure local foster…

Dreamliner completes first flight

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Dreamliner completes first flight

The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner took off for the first time in South Carolina on March 31.

Veterans Resource Fair seeks providers, volunteers

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Veterans Resource Fair seeks providers, volunteers

Event returns to Tacoma Dome on May 13

McLendon Hardware announces acquisition by Central Network Retail Group

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McLendon Hardware announces acquisition by Central Network Retail Group

The transaction is set to finalize in April.

New director discusses CISR’s role in community | COMMENTARY

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New director discusses CISR’s role in community | COMMENTARY

All students can learn and achieve at high levels if they are given the opportunity and the support…

Port of Seattle offers 150 paid high school and college summer internship

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Port of Seattle offers 150 paid high school and college summer internship

The Port of Seattle is offering 150 paid summer internships for high school and college students.

Unemployment rate hits nine-year low in Washington

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Unemployment rate hits nine-year low in Washington

Washington’s state unemployment rate fell from 5.1 to 4.9 percent — lowest report since March 2008.