Map reflects the proposal to change North Park Drive to North Southport Drive, and Northeast Park Drive toNortheast Sunset Boulevard. (Courtesy image)

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Renton street names to change starting 2018

The proposal is to change North Park Drive to North Southport Drive, and Northeast Park Drive to Northeast…

Renton downtown buzzed with police activity Wednesday afternoon after police observed two suspects steal a vehicle. (Photo courtesy Jody Collins)

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Police observe suspects steal a vehicle in downtown Renton

The crime occurred on the 400 block of Wells Avenue South Dec. 6.

WSDOT put a halt on their Longacres Skatepark demolition park and is allowing the skating community a chance to lease the property. (Leah Abraham | Renton Reporter)

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Longacres Skatepark gets a fighting chance

WSDOT is allowing skaters to start the permitting process to lease the land.

Woman steals from adult entertainment store | BLOTTER

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Woman steals from adult entertainment store | BLOTTER

The suspect reportedly stole pheromone spray, prostate gel and a corset.

Pre-cut fruit linked to salmonella outbreak in Washington

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Pre-cut fruit linked to salmonella outbreak in Washington

The symptoms of salmonella include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

County takes first steps to make county code gender-neutral

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County takes first steps to make county code gender-neutral

King County Council unanimously adopted the first step toward removing gendered terms wherever possible.

Renton Regional Fire Authority respond to large house fire Wednesday

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Renton Regional Fire Authority respond to large house fire Wednesday

The damage to the house was substantial and firefighters weren’t able to enter the house to investigate.

Road improvements coming to Fairwood

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Road improvements coming to Fairwood

County Council unanimously approved an improvement program for the King County Road Services Division.

King County Library System selects new director

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King County Library System selects new director

Well-regarded librarian brings decades of innovation in diverse communities to King County

Renton skatepark faces doom, skating community asks city for help

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Renton skatepark faces doom, skating community asks city for help

Longacres Skatepark, built illegally underneath I-405 pass, is the only covered skatepark in the region that’s open to…

City of Renton seeks candidates for civil service commission

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City of Renton seeks candidates for civil service commission

The commission organizes and enforces provisions established in the RCW relating to rules, regulations and personnel operations within…

Watch out for scam artists trying to sell flood-damaged vehicles

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Watch out for scam artists trying to sell flood-damaged vehicles

As many as 1 million flood-damaged vehicles could be sold to unsuspecting buyers nationwide.

City of Renton seeks candidates for senior advisory committee

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City of Renton seeks candidates for senior advisory committee

Applications are due by 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30.

Funding approved for flood reduction projects in and around Renton

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Funding approved for flood reduction projects in and around Renton

The projects in the greater Renton area will cost more than $17 million.

King County Council accepts reports on steps to address labor trafficking

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King County Council accepts reports on steps to address labor trafficking

Human trafficking is the world’s second-largest and fastest-growing black market.

Suspicious Substance Investigated at Police Station

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Suspicious Substance Investigated at Police Station

The following is a press release from the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority.

Washington State Patrol deploys Mobile Impaired Driving Unit for holiday season

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Washington State Patrol deploys Mobile Impaired Driving Unit for holiday season

This deployment is in support of the DUI emphasis kicking off the holiday season.

Victim avoids getting hit by car, gets in fight with driver | BLOTTER

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Victim avoids getting hit by car, gets in fight with driver | BLOTTER

The following information was compiled from Renton Police Department incident reports.

Renton, local firefighters have a new regional asset to combat alcohol and petroleum-based fires

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Renton, local firefighters have a new regional asset to combat alcohol and petroleum-based fires

Renton Regional Fire Authority, Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority received a $100,000 Department of Ecology grant.

Fire department tips on how to fry turkeys safely

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Fire department tips on how to fry turkeys safely

Maple Valley Fire shares tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving