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Kids culinary school opens in Covington

The school takes the unknown out of cooking for kids, owner Deb O’Brien said.

A new measure from the King County Council could increase flexibility for businesses in rural areas of King County. File photo

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County measure would increase flexibility for businesses in rural areas

Staff report

Snoqualmie Casino is located at 37500 SE North Bend Way, Snoqualmie. Courtesy photo

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Snoqualmie Casino reopens June 11 with social distancing, other safety measures

Staff report

Like similar businesses across King, Snohomish and Pierce counties, Bothell restaurant Hana Sushi closed due to public-health concerns. Sound Publishing file photo

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Inslee changes course, says diners won’t have to sign in

Restaurants may still ask customers for information that contact tracers could use to stop an outbreak.

Businesses, nonprofits asked to participate in COVID-19 impact survey

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Businesses, nonprofits asked to participate in COVID-19 impact survey

Regional effort in King, Snohomish and Pierce counties

Car wash businesses can now operate in Washington | Update

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Car wash businesses can now operate in Washington | Update

Brown Bear opens locations May 8

Find restaurants open for takeout/delivery in Puget Sound area

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Find restaurants open for takeout/delivery in Puget Sound area

Interactive map provides details

Construction worker installs siding to a building in Snoqualmie. File photo

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Inslee gives construction a green light

It was unclear when sites would re-open, but employees will have to have PPE and stay six feet…

Report shows severity of COVID-19 impacts on hotels nationwide

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Report shows severity of COVID-19 impacts on hotels nationwide

70% of employees laid off or furloughed, eight in 10 hotel rooms empty

State processes record number of applications for unemployment benefits

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State processes record number of applications for unemployment benefits

Employment Security Department had challenges with the volume

Cantwell calls for nationwide support for local media hurt by COVID-19 pandemic

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Cantwell calls for nationwide support for local media hurt by COVID-19 pandemic

Remarks come on Senate floor: ‘We need the media. …and need to help them’

Gyms, fitness centers must allow members to cancel memberships or face legal consequences

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Gyms, fitness centers must allow members to cancel memberships or face legal consequences

State attorney general responds to consumer complaints during COVID-19 outbreak

Boeing to resume Washington airplane production next week

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Boeing to resume Washington airplane production next week

More than 27,000 employees are expected to return to work at the Everett campus starting Monday.

Initial state claims for unemployment benefits remain at historical highs

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Initial state claims for unemployment benefits remain at historical highs

Third week in a row of record numbers

Renton business owner supports local farmers, brewers during pandemic

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Renton business owner supports local farmers, brewers during pandemic

The Brewmaster’s Foundation weekly Community Supported Agriculture box includes fresh produce from local farms and beers from Washington…

Insurers should consider refunds of auto premiums to Washington drivers

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Insurers should consider refunds of auto premiums to Washington drivers

State Insurance Commissioner Kreidler issues request

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Issaquah Reporter to suspend print publication

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rapidly evolve across the globe, the Issaquah Reporter must also adapt in…

COVID-19 gathering restriction delays funerals

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COVID-19 gathering restriction delays funerals

For one funeral home owner, the confusion came to a head after a recent service.

For sale sign hanging in front of house. File photo

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Open houses close due to coronavirus concerns

Northwest Multiple Listing Service halts large group home tours amid pandemic.

Boeing plants in Puget Sound area to close; infected Everett worker dies

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Boeing plants in Puget Sound area to close; infected Everett worker dies

To the relief of anxious employees, the company said it will shut down factory operations for two weeks.