Deputy Mayor Dan Grausz explains why Mercer Island needs new laws to help the community lower underage alcohol use.
The city has updated a list of closed roads on Mercer Island for Thursday, Jan. 19.
The Mercer Island Community and Event Center is shut down and all programming canceled on Thursday, Jan. 19 due to the snow and ice hazard on local and area roads.
Local businesses try to gain traction on snow days.
Former Mayor Jim Pearman recognized several local public servants in parting remarks and called public service a "noble" endeavor.
District activities are canceled because of the weather.
Garbage service on Mercer Island is reduced or canceled for a third day due to snow and ice on local roads.
The National Weather Service says snow will remain likely in Mercer Island and will change to a snow-rain mix Thursday morning.
Snow is rare enough on Mercer Island that we may head out for fun without being aware of some of the dangers.
Do your neighbors a favor and recommend what roads to take and what not to take.
A map of Mercer Island's hilly streets and roads (as of 9:30 a.m.) show what's closed due to snow and ice.
A call for a "Snowmen" contest via Facebook, as the Mercer Island Community & Events Center tries to encourage residents to get outdoors and enjoy the white stuff.
Accumulations of 5-10 inches of snow are forecast for Wednesday throughout the area. Check the Mercer Island School District webpage at http://www.misd.k12.wa.us/ and Mercer Island Patch for the latest news.
One to three inches have fallen on Kirkland and North King County area through 2:30 p.m. and a Winter Storm Warning has been issued from midnight tonight through Wednesday, with 5 to 10 inches of snow accumulation possible.
City Council will meet at 6 p.m. for a study session and begin its regular council meeting at 7 p.m. in City Hall council chambers.
Allied Waste, which provides garbage and recycling services to Mercer Island and other neighboring Eastside communities, has resumed residential service Tuesday, Jan. 17.
Mercer Island Lacrosse Class of 2007 standout Greg Mahony and Garfield High alumnus Drew Snider became the first players from Washington state to be selected in the professional Major League Lacrosse draft held last Friday, Jan. 13.
The Mercer Island School District has called for a 2-hour delay in opening school and Metro buses remain on snow routes Tuesday thanks to snow on the ground and in the forecast.
Joan Probala discusses how the Seattle King County Association of Realtors is reaching out to capture an increasing foreign market for real estate here.
The Seattle Times profiles Congressman Adam Smith, the 8-term Democrat from Tacoma who will represent the newly drawn 9th District, which now includes Bellevue and Mercer Island.
The city of Mercer Island's maintenance department is busy plowing and sanding main roads after about 2-3 inches of snow fell and more snow is in the forecast.
Garbage and recycling collection is canceled until further notice due to inclement weather.
Forecasters predict more snow will fall on Mercer Island Monday and Tuesday and warn of a major storm late Tuesday-Wednesday that could bring an additional 6-9 inches of snowfall accumulation.
Fun activities and some sweet deals for the whole family this upcoming week.
Buses will also be on reduced schedule for holiday; riders should watch for snow routes and event detours
The Department of Ecology invites you to share your photos. Here's how:
The following homes are holding open houses this Sunday, Jan 15.
Cork Dork's Chris Nishiwaki finds a top-rated Syrah from Walla Walla for our Wine Pick of the Week, new pizzeria The Station in Woodinville opening in late February, and Smith is appointed Woodinville Wine Country marketing coordinator.
These aren't necessarily New Year's resolutions, but a thoughtful attempt to gain some control over your long-term financial goals.
That means no burning in fireplaces or uncertified wood stoves unless that is the only source of heat. The ban started at 4 p.m Wednesday.
Personnel changes and dining deals abound in the New Year.
Looking for activities this MLK holiday weekend? Check our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore.
A ceremonial ribbon cutting at a charging station located at the Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club is scheduled for Friday, January 13, at 10 a.m.
Edmonds State Sen. Maralyn Chase is hoping a bill she introduced this legislative session will extend the ban statewide.
Although the calendar reminds us that January is a fresh start, for some it feels far from invigorating!
Ward off the winter blahs by planning a cruise that's tailored to your activity level, taste and style.
All lanes will be closed between Seattle and I-405 beginning at 11 p.m. Friday.
Trying to deliver a bond measure to April's ballot, the Mercer Island School Board is leaning towards a smaller bond measure on rebuilding at least one school — while sorting out if it should add another elementary school to the district.
King County honors the life of the slain civil rights leader on Jan. 12 at noon in Seattle.
The former Mercer Island Assistant City Manager and current City Maintenance Director will serve his last day in City Hall on Jan. 27.