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New fares for Washington State Ferries approved
Islands Sounder - Washington State
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August 9, 2025
Contributed photo. Washington State Ferry. The Washington State Transportation Commission has approved changes to state ferry fares, which will begin to go into effect this fall. Commissioners also implemented direction from the Legislature to no...
Jordan Cade: Disqualified by gender: Female firefighters in Washington state not covered under presumptive laws
The Spokesman-Review - Washington State
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The Federal Employees’ Compensation Act recently expanded presumptive coverage for firefighters to include female-specific cancers, yet these laws only apply to federal employees. From the total firefighting workforce in the U.S., women make up...
Washington State ferry fares to rise with new fare hikes
KOMO News - Washington State
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SEATTLE — Passengers on Washington State ferries will soon face higher costs as the Washington State Transportation Commission has approved fare increases set to take effect this fall. The commission signed off on the proposal this past Wednesday,...
Governor Ferguson, Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises launch certification for LGBTQ-owned businesses
Lynnwood Times - Washington State
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August 9, 2025
OLYMPIA – LGBTQ small business owners and entrepreneurs can now certify their businesses with Washington state’s new LGBTQ Business Enterprise program. The statewide certification is free of charge, and will help LGBTQ-owned businesses access...
Peninsula food banks bracing for SNAP cuts
Peninsula Daily News - Washington State
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August 9, 2025
North Olympic Peninsula food banks are bracing for an influx of customers following the recently passed federal budget that includes deep cuts to social services. “Our mantra right now at the food bank is, ‘We’re posturing for resilience, we’re...
Run of Hope at Seward Park to raise money for cancer research at Seattle Children's
Shoreline Area News - Washington State
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August 9, 2025
We invite you to join us for a morning of fun, camaraderie and LOTS OF HOPE on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Seward Park. To learn more about pediatric cancer research at Seattle Children's, visit the
Travel expert uncovers secret hack to bag cheap business class seats on Aer Lingus
Cork Beo
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August 9, 2025
A savvy travel expert has shared a secret trick to bagging bargain business class seats on Aer Lingus flights. YouTube travel vlogger WorldWide Dom, known for jet-setting across the globe and sharing his experiences with his subscribers, often...
Shedeur Sanders Sends Heartfelt Message to Dad Deion After First NFL Start
Newsweek
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August 9, 2025
Most walked away from Friday's 30-10 Cleveland Browns win over the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 of the NFL preseason impressed with what they saw from rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Several former NFL players including legendary Dallas Cowboys...
Greensburg, Hempfield see business changes on Pittsburgh Street
Pittsburgh Tribune Review - Pennsylvania
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August 9, 2025
Jeannette resident Jim Bosco knew when he was in college he wanted to open a restaurant someday. That’s why his partner was shocked when Bosco, 55, decided to turn over the Greensburg building that housed his Major Stokes restaurant to neighboring...
Seattle school board August 5 primary election results
Ballotpedia
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August 8, 2025
In the August 5 nonpartisan primaries for Seattle school board, incumbent Sarah Clark and Kathleen Smith advanced in District 2, incumbent Joe Mizrahi and Laura Marie Rivera advanced in District 4, and Vivian Song and Janis White advanced in...
Carroll feels at home in trip back to Seattle
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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August 9, 2025
SEATTLE -- Pete Carroll played a new role in familiar territory Thursday night, with his first preseason game as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders coming against the Seattle Seahawks. The former Seattle coach clearly felt at home before the 23-23...
Raiders QB Geno Smith flips off Seahawks fans as he's confronted with rude sign in his return to Seattle
Daily Mail
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August 9, 2025
By ALEX RASKIN, US SPORT NEWS EDITOR and ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 23:11 EDT, 8 August 2025 | Updated: 23:28 EDT, 8 August 2025 Geno Smith's return to Seattle could result in a major fine for the first-year Las Vegas Raiders quarterback after he...
Seattle drivers to face more I-5 Ship Canal Bridge 'full closures'
FOX 13 Seattle - Washington State
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SEATTLE - Traffic in Seattle is about to get a little more difficult, but it's all in service of a smoother future with quicker I-5 travel times, according to WSDOT. The Ship Canal Bridge is slated for more closures from Aug. 15-18. During the...
State launches new LGBTQ Business Enterprise certification program
KIRO 7 - Washington State
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August 9, 2025
WASHINGTON — Washington state has launched the LGBTQ Business Enterprise program, offering free certification to help LGBTQ-owned businesses access government contracts. The program, announced by Governor Bob Ferguson, aims to support the thriving...
"Manipulative Activist-Journalism": Seattle Immigrant Coverage Goes From Journalism Into Criminal Advocacy
Zero Hedge
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Seattle’s KING 5 News, once known for championing social justice causes during the height of the BLM movement, appears to have found a new mission: reshaping public perception of illegal immigration and criminal justice—sometimes at the expense of...
Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Mariners take care of business, sweep White Sox
Pinstripe Alley - New York
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August 8, 2025
It was a quiet day in Major League Baseball yesterday, as just four games were afoot and only one truly pertained to the Yankees. But the show must go on for the Rivalry Roundup. As such, here’s what went on during the Mariners mid-afternoon...
6 Things to Do in Olympia, Washington—From Parks to a Flight Museum
Woman's World - New Jersey
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August 8, 2025
Experience the beauty and charm of Olympia, Washington! Once a center of maritime trade, this scenic capital city now boasts museums, gourmet dining, markets and access to awe-inspiring national parks. Tour the Olympia Flight Museum Start your day...
Incumbent Bruce Harrell and Katie Wilson advance to Nov. 4 general election for Seattle mayor
Ballotpedia
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August 8, 2025
Katie Wilson and incumbent Bruce Harrell defeated seven other candidates in the August 5 nonpartisan primary election for mayor of Seattle. Wilson received the most votes with 48.1% to Harrell’s 43.6%. The general election is scheduled for...
Washington State's Stance on Immigration Amid Federal Scrutiny
KONA - Washington State
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August 8, 2025
(The Center Square) – Washington state and Seattle are not changing their immigration policies despite being identified Tuesday in a Department of Justice sanctuary jurisdictions list of 35 state and local governments that have policies perceived...
Environment reporter Lynda Mapes dove into Seattle’s Elliott Bay, and found some big changes
KUOW 94.9 - Washington State
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August 9, 2025
It's peak tourism season in downtown Seattle. Residents and visitors have been celebrating the $800 million dollar makeover of the waterfront. Is the same true for residents and visitors under the surface of Elliott Bay? To consider that question,...