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Paul Allen, shown in 2015. Courtesy of the Herald

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Paul Allen dead at 65

Microsoft co-founder, developer, and philanthropist struggled with cancer for decades

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Newport High hosts benefit Newport Ski and Snowboard Swap

Newport High School will host its 33rd annual Newport Ski and Snowboard Swap on Nov. 9-10. The event…

Suspects heist merchandise, flee in U-Haul | Police blotter

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Suspects heist merchandise, flee in U-Haul | Police blotter

The Bellevue police blotter for Oct. 1 through Oct. 5, courtesy of the Bellevue Beat Blog.

Mayor John Marchione urged all residents to “speak out against domestic violence and support LifeWire’s efforts to prevent and end domestic abuse,” on Oct. 2. Photo courtesy of LifeWire.

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Redmond mayor proclaims October as Domestic Violence Action Month

Andrew Farrell, a LifeWire board director, helps the city council proclaim Domestic Violence Action Month on Oct. 2.

Former MIHS student competes for American Idol

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Former MIHS student competes for American Idol

World traveler to wrestling coach—Berrington’s path to American Idol.

Bellevue completes citywide tree canopy assessment

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Bellevue completes citywide tree canopy assessment

The Bellevue city council heard the results of the latest citywide tree canopy assessment.

Student designs RFID system to enhance school safety; named top 30 finalist in STEM competition

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Student designs RFID system to enhance school safety; named top 30 finalist in STEM competition

Newport High School student is named among top young scientists in the country.

Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station wins Best Project award

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Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station wins Best Project award

The Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station has been recognized with a Best Project award.

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Bellevue trustee company settles with servicemembers

The company is being liquidated to repay active servicemembers who were illegally foreclosed on.

State Supreme Court strikes down death penalty

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State Supreme Court strikes down death penalty

All nine justices found the use of capital punishment in Washington state unconstitutional and racially biased.

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B.C. pipeline rupture halts trash service to many Eastside cities

Waste Management fleet without fuel; PSE has urged customers to reduce consumption.

Incarcerated and infirmed: How Northwest Detention Center is failing sick inmates

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Incarcerated and infirmed: How Northwest Detention Center is failing sick inmates

Inadequate medical care plagues immigrants at facility, but ICE claims otherwise

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No more plastic bags at Bellevue QFC stores

Other stores to follow Bellevue lead throughout 2019.

New elementary relieves overcrowding in Bellevue

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New elementary relieves overcrowding in Bellevue

Wilburton Elementary partners with Microsoft’s Flagship School initiative.

Bellevue residents hold rally to oppose Puget Sound Energy transmission line

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Bellevue residents hold rally to oppose Puget Sound Energy transmission line

Residents gathered at 148th Avenue SE to oppose Puget Sound Energy’s transmission line project.

Workers picket Freedom Foundation annual dinner in Bellevue

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Workers picket Freedom Foundation annual dinner in Bellevue

Several unions and worker organizations came together to picket the conservative think tank.

Three Metro drivers receive Operator of the Year award

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Three Metro drivers receive Operator of the Year award

The first-ever three-way tie for King County Metro Operator of the Year occurred this year as three bus…

Suspect assaults bus driver while in transit | Police blotter

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Suspect assaults bus driver while in transit | Police blotter

The Bellevue police blotter for Sept. 13, courtesy of the Bellevue Beat Blog.

Executive Dow Constantine proposes $11.6 Billion budget

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Executive Dow Constantine proposes $11.6 Billion budget

With King County’s finances already stretched thin, Constantine’s budget largely maintains current services while making investments in transit,…

Bellevue City Council hears report on possible gas tax replacement

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Bellevue City Council hears report on possible gas tax replacement

A pilot program researching possible gas tax replacement was presented to the Bellevue City Council.