Unemployment Rate Decreases In Mercer Island Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in King County is lower than the Washington average.

2021 College Aid: How Mercer Island Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Mercer Island area high schools.

King County Government: Kohl-Welles To Transfer ‘Retired' Vans To Organizations Serving District Four

King County Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles has designated four local organizations that will receive retired Metro Transit Vanpool van ...

King County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Mercer Island area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Mercer Island Area Home Prices Up Recently

Home prices have increased dramatically in the Mercer Island area since the pandemic began.

Mercer Island Library Honors Students Present Research At Western Regional Honors Council Conference

Students have the opportunity to work on in-depth projects in specific academic disciplines and to create a community of scholars.

Unemployment Decreases In Mercer Island Area: Feds

King County's unemployment rate is lower than the Washington average.

Father's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Mercer Island Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Mercer Island Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

King County Government: Facial Recognition Technology Ban Passed By King County Council

A groundbreaking proposal to ban government use of facial recognition software has been passed by the King County Council. It was approv ...

King County Government: King County Council Unanimously Approves Reagan Dunn's Motion To Include Substance Use Disorder Supports In The ...

See the latest announcement from the King County Government.

King County Government: Record $631 Million Emergency COVID Budget Approved By Council

A seventh round of emergency funding in response to COVID-19, this time totaling more than $631 million, was approved Tuesday by the Kin ...

Earn College Credits in 4-8 Weeks At Shoreline Community College

Come to Shoreline Community College for convenient, transferable, and affordable options that will help you achieve your goals.

King County Government: Dembowski Issues Statement On Retirement Of Public Health Director Patty Hayes

King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski issued a statement on Wednesday regarding the retirement of Public Health Seattle - King County ...

The Digital Divide: How Mercer Island Area Compares In Internet Usage

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Mercer Island Patch.

Fair Market Rent Rates In Mercer Island Area

Single-family homes have seen the largest rent increases. See how rent changed in the Mercer Island area.

Chickens Help Students Learn Responsibility

NYHS’s newest members bring a different kind of learning experience. By Naomi Klinghoffer, NYHS Class of 2021

King County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

This is how the Mercer Island area compares to Washington for coronavirus vaccinations.

Mother's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Mercer Island Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Mercer Island Patch.

Town Hall Encourages Students to Discuss Tough Topics

At town hall, students dive into controversial topics that are relevant or important to the school. By Hannah Milner, NYHS Class of 2023

2021 College Aid: How Mercer Island Area Compares In Application Rates

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Mercer Island area high schools have done so far.

How Close Are Mercer Island Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in King County.

Comcast Boosts Internet Speeds for Some Mercer Island Customers

Comcast will Boost Speeds of its Performance Starter+ and Gigabit Internet Packages this Week at no Additional Cost to Customers

Mercer Island Area Home Prices Up In Past Year

Home prices are expected to stay elevated for the near future. They have increased in King County area.

King County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the Mercer Island area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your King County neighbors.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Mercer Island Area Despite Vaccination Increase

Here is how Washington is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Connecting Disadvantaged Residents to the Internet at Home

Comcast Reaches 10-Year Milestone for Low-Income Internet Adoption Program and Announced Future Investment Plans in Washington

How to Be Involved in Politics When You’re Not Old Enough to Vote

High school is a good time to start learning about the issues facing our nation. By Jenna Kaufthal, Staff Writer and NYHS Freshman

In Mercer Island Area, Share Of College Grads Increases

The percentage of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in King County.

Mercer Island Library Share Don’t Let the Pandemic Stop Your Progress

'Most of us are all too familiar with the ways the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recession have disrupted career planning.'

Small Businesses in Mercer Island Can Now Apply for Relief Grants

Ready for Business Fund from GSBA and Comcast will Provide $2,500 Grants to Small Businesses Hit by Economic Challenges

The Perks of Pandemic Prayer by Eliana Menashe, NYHS Junior

Covid has changed the nature of the synagogue, but it’s not all for the worse.

Mercer Island Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in King County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

One-Year Anniversary of Pandemic Reveals Internet Usage Trends

uget Sound Region Became “Testing Ground” for How Home Broadband Networks Would Hold up Nationwide

Shoreline Community College Alumni Spotlight – Winsome Lee

This past fall, Lee started her PhD with the University of Warsaw while also working as a Research Assistant at a Hong Kong University.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Mercer Island Area

Here's how the waning coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals in King County.

How Reliable Is Your Washington Power Supplier?

See how well utility providers in the Mercer Island area and across WA serve their electric customers.

Weekly Update: Hospital Capacity In Mercer Island Area

New federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in King County and across WA as the pandemic wanes.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting One Mercer Island Area Nursing Home: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the Mercer Island area.