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Local, region, and state leaders and advocates celebrate the announcement of Kirkland’s new crisis care center. (Courtesy of City of Kirkland)

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First-of-its-kind mental health crisis care center announced North King County

The facility in Kirkland is intended to fill gaps in the region’s mental healthcare infrastructure.

Gov. Jay Inslee, left, with First Lady Trudi Inslee at a press conference advocating for laws to prevent gun violence. (Provided by the Washington State Governors’ Office)

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House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban

Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…

State Route 202 as viewed from Fall City. Photo Courtesy of WSDOT.

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No timeline set for recommended improvements on SR 202 near Fall City

A new study from WSDOT recommends several improvements to SR 202, but they’ll need funding to proceed

Snoqualmie Valley Health CEO Renee Jensen, left, and Shalabh Chandra, president of Spacelabs Healthcare, sign a parternship agreement at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital on March 6. Photo Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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Valley hospital partners with local provider to provide accessible, cutting-edge care

Snoqualmie Valley Health inked a deal with Snoqualmie-based Spacelabs Healthcare on Monday.

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State of the County: Constantine discusses homelessness, environment, cameras for deputies

On March 7, King County Executive Dow Constantine gave his “State of the County ” speech, outlining some…

Finnish President Sauli Niinistö and Gov. Jay Inslee. (Courtesy of the Office of the Governor)

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In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA

Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…

Rob Wotton. File photo Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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Wotton will seek return to Snoqualmie City Council this year

Wotton was appointed to council last year, and will enter general election this fall.

For sale sign hanging in front of house

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Washington needs more than 1 million homes in the next 20 years

Department of Commerce officials say communities will need diverse housing options in the future as well.

An Auburn woman won the Powerball jackpot in February. Photo courtesy of WA Lottery

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WA Lottery reveals Auburn woman as winner of $754.6 million Powerball jackpot

An Auburn woman has won the $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.

Police lights (File photo)

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Man arrested for armed robbery in Snoqualmie

A 22-year-old man, who allegedly robbed the Chevron gas station in Snoqualmie Ridge at gunpoint earlier this year,…

State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Divisive bills on pursuits, gun purchases edge closer to House votes

And a comprehensive remaking of state’s approach to drug possession advances toward action in the Senate.

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What do you do with your food waste? King County wants to know

King County Solid Waste Division will have an online food waste survey open until April 30.

The Carnation City Council (from left): Tim Harris, Adair Hawkins, Jim Ribail, Dustin Green and Ryan Burrell. Courtesy photo.

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Layoffs at Carnation prompt frustrations, possible litigation

City lets go of four longtime employees a week after approving a new collective bargaining agreement.