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The Seattle City Council trashed plans to build a new garbage transfer station in Georgetown.

On July 16, the council passed a "zero waste" strategy introduced by Councilman Richard Conlin that calls for the city to increase its total…MORE

The Federal Way City Council is accepting applications to fill vacancies on the city's Youth Commission.

Members of this commission serve as an advisory body to the City Council, other city commissions and city staff on issues such as…MORE

Rebecca Louise Smith, daughter of Ballard residents Peter W. and Cheryl L. Smith, received a $1,500 President's Scholarship for the 2007-2008 academic year from Western Washington University.

President's Scholarships are awarded to…MORE

Marching bands

1st Seattle All-City Marching Band

2nd Kennedy High School

Drill teams Jr.

1st Electronettes

2nd Baby Dolls

3rd Seattle City Light

Drill Teams Sr.

1st North Queens

2nd…MORE

Federal Way now has someone on staff to help bridge the communication gap between citizens and local government.

Representatives from the city of Federal Way announced last week that the city has hired Linda Farmer, APR, to serve in a…MORE

Despite a Washington State Supreme Court decision, Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles, D-Seattle, says voting rights should not be denied to those who have served their time but have been unable to pay their fines.

"While I respect the wisdom and…MORE

Transit buses will continue to use Third Avenue as a priority corridor when the downtown transit tunnel opens next month.

The decision was made based on "the outstanding success in moving buses quickly and efficiently through downtown,"…MORE

Highline Medical Center has been recognized by the Premier healthcare alliance as a top performer nationwide in hip and knee replacement procedures.

One of only six hospitals to receive the 2007 Premier Award for Quality for excellence in…MORE

Transit buses will continue to use Third Avenue as a priority corridor when the transit tunnel opens next month.

The decision was made based on "the outstanding success in moving buses quickly and efficiently through downtown," said Mayor…MORE

To ease the crush of commuters expected when lanes of Interstate 5 are closed for repairs later this month, the Elliott Bay water taxi is adding a morning trip to its schedule, plus a second shuttle bus August 13 to August 29.

King County…MORE