Seattle|News|
Christmas 2021 Gas Prices: What You'll Pay At Washington Pumps
While lower than a month ago, gas prices in Washington remain high. Before you travel, know what to expect at the pump.
Charles Woodman and Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
- Seattle, WA
Charles started as Field Editor for Patch in May 2020, covering western Washington. He is based in Seattle. In the past, he has written for various TV news stations in Seattle, Reno, Nevada and Fairbanks, Alaska. He has also worked as a music critic, weatherman, and soccer referee.
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Seattle|News|
Washington Approves COVID-19 Boosters For Everyone 16 And Older
The state has approved boosters for older teenagers, hoping to boost inoculation as concerns about the omicron variant swell.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Steilacoom Boulevard Sewer Repair Progressing, Will Reopen In Feb
Crews are advancing about 15' per day, and are on schedule for a reopening early next year, the city said.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
🌱 Tacoma Narrows Tolling + Shoplifting Rings + Taproom Opening
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Gig Harbor.
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Seattle|News|
WA Law Asks Restaurants Cut Plastic Utensils Starting Next Month
Under the law, customers will have to specifically request plastic utensils to receive them, in an effort to cut down on waste.
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Edmonds, WA|News|
Former Snohomish Insurance Agent Sentenced For Wire Fraud
State investigations found that Vicki Boser, owner of InsureTek, guilty of stealing premiums from clients and faking insurance certificates.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
New Gig Harbor Cider Taproom's To Host Grand Opening Thursday
Looking to add a little more apple to your life? This could be just the place.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Clover Park High Narrows New Mascot To Four Choices, Seeks Input
The Clover Park Warriors are being renamed to comply with a new state law "prohibiting the inappropriate use of Native American names."
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
No Arrests After Deadly Spanaway Home Invasion
One man has died and another suspect is on the loose after deputies say a homeowner opened fire on a pair of intruders.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
🌱 Unemployment + Fentanyl's Impact + Pandemic's Impact On Kids
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Gig Harbor.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson Will Not Seek Reelection
Though he will step down as mayor, Anderson will remain on the Lakewood City Council through the remainder of his term there.
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Seattle|News|
UW Study Shows Fentanyl's Outsized Impact On All Washingtonians
Unlike other drugs, Fentanyl is nearly as deadly for younger patients as it is in patients over 30, researchers found.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Food Bank Wins $50,000 Grant With Community Support
The Bonney Lake Food Bank is taking home the BECU People Helping People Grant after winning a popular vote.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Tacoma Appoints Next Police Chief
The incoming chief will replace Interim Chief Ake sometime next month.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
More Kids And Teens Struggling With Emotional Distress: WA DOH
The Washington State Department of Health is warning about a recent rise in children 5-17 expressing suicidal ideation or similar concerns.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department Rethinks COVID Reporting
After nearly two years of daily COVID-19 data updates, the health department says it's time to rework their reporting schedule.
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Seattle|News|
Washington One Of GoFundMe's Most Generous States
The fundraising platform says Washingtonians are some of the most likely to give to individuals, causes, and organizations in need.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
1 Killed, 2 Injured After Late Night Crash In Auburn
The crash involved a semi-truck, and one of the victims had to be extricated from their vehicle.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Fundraiser Aims To Repair Red Barn Market After Recent Break-In
A drunken teen broke into the South Hill shop, destroying the cash register and several booths set up for local vendors, organizers said.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
🌱 Historic Hall Crash + Wild Weather + White Christmas Hopes
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Gig Harbor.
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