Kerry Cohen's new book, "Dirty Little Secrets-- Breaking the Silence on Teenage Girls and Promiscuity" provides a healthy dose of food for thought.
The rally was part of a large effort by postal workers unions to seek support for a bill that they say could save postal service and postal worker jobs.
Coldwell Banker Bain plans to give away 25,000 bulbs this weekend at grocery stores all over the island and at its office
Check out our picks for the activities and hot spots to hit this weekend.
Remy's coach says dedication and perseverence have paid off for Remy with a trip to the other island.
The meetings are slated for Issaquah, Kent, and Seattle, to receive public input as it grapples with $20 million projected deficit for 2012
Former Mayor Elliot Newman, Sierra Club of Washington State, and National Women's Political Caucus of Washington State endorse Bertlin, her campaign announced
Patch sports editor Mike Baldwin poses four questions, the answers to which could determine the outcome of the matchup
Fun activities and some sweet deals for the whole family this upcoming week.
One resident discovers the best way to really discover the Island is on foot… and on two wheels, and in the water.
The American Postal Workers Union has called for rallies across the country to garner support for legislation that it says could ameliorate the US Postal Service's financial crisis.
Every Thursday, Mercer Island Patch will run a feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.
Neither the Governor nor the other driver was injured in the collision.
This nifty video tutorial shows users of any Patch site how to post an announcement, including full press releases, by using the tools available to all users on the Patch.
The bipartisan state law aims to help those who face foreclosure - but homeowners need to start the process.
IslandVision and Mercer Island Patch are co-sponsoring the event, to be held at Mercer Island Middle School
Can't get to Munich? Partake in one of the area Octoberfest celebrations instead!
Alisa Worley was among the thousands of visitors to the Puyallup Fair who stopped by the Patch booth.
The young team fell 7-14 to Bainbridge Island on Sept. 21. MIHS takes on Bellevue Wednesday, Sept. 28.
Here are some of the week's reader comments on Patch articles
In case you missed them, here are several Mercer Island news stories we reported on from the last week.
Brian Higgins made his first varsity start for the Mercer Island football team and threw for 208 yards to lead the Islanders to a 41-7 victory over Interlake.
This week's wine news includes winemaker dinners and the wine pick of the week.
The following information from Sept. 15 - 22 was supplied by the Mercer Island Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Tomorrow is National Public Lands Day -- a barbecue lunch will be offered to volunteers at Tiger Mountain.
East King County farms are opening to the public this weekends to celebrate small, family farms.
The following homes are holding open houses this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24-25.
The Washington State Department of Transportation is postponing its plans to close northbound Interstate 405 tonight through Monday morning to reconnect the ramps on I-405 and SR-520. Drivers should be aware of the permanent changes.
Three local organizations bring Island residents together through food.
Mercer Island Patch offers over a dozen local farms to choose from for that perfect pumpkin.
The Islanders head to Interlake High School Friday, Sept. 23
The Districting Committee unanimously agrees on a single plan and schedules public hearing for Oct. 3.
The King County Library System's eBook collection now is compatible with Kindle eBook devices. It also is compatible with iPad/iPhone, Nook and Android devices.
The Washington State Department of Transportation has released a video explaining the new way to get on Interstate 405 and State Route 520.
Bis on Main's diner-centric service has helped the Old Bellevue restaurant thrive for 13 years and a facelift.
Celebrate fall by going out for a delicious meal without breaking the bank.
Guest editor Jeanne Gustafson is filling in until Kendall returns Sept. 28
Two parenting approaches that emphasize that less can be more.
MS eighth graders Shelby Brodman and Holly Waggoner hang up the lacrosse sticks for now after spending the summer playing on a youth development team of the Cascade Clash lacrosse club.