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Holiday vandalism strikes again at Federal Way home

For the second time in as many months, vandals have punctured the holiday spirit of a Federal Way…

Speed zone enforcement cameras located at Twin Lakes Elementary along South 320th Street are now issuing warnings to drivers violating the 20 mph school speed zone. More of the same cameras are located at Saghalie Middle School.

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Red-light, speed-zone camera citations in Federal Way begin Jan. 1

A 30-day warning period for two speed zone and three red-light enforcement cameras began Tuesday. The newest red-light…

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State trooper injured in crossover collision

From staff reports: About 4:30 p.m. Nov. 28, a Washington State Patrol Trooper working in South King County…

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‘Toy Story’ and a trip down memory lane | Guest column

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By Tiffany Richards Elliott, Special to The Mirror This fall, Disney/Pixar re-released both “Toy Story” and “Toy Story…

Tom Murphy announced his retirement Oct. 13.

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The Mirror Interview: Tom Murphy’s education map

In October, Tom Murphy announced his retirement as superintendent of the Federal Way School District. As one of…

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Fire department hurting for money amid declining property values

If you live in the service borders of South King Fire and Rescue, you may have recently received…

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School district ponders policy on maintenance

The Federal Way School District is moving toward establishing a new policy for the maintenance of its buildings.…

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Apartment manager finds lifeless tenant | Federal Way crime blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: • Lifeless tenant: At 4:03 p.m. Nov. 20…

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Parents fight to save funding for the developmentally disabled

Advocates gathered Nov. 23 to urge state legislators to maintain funding and programs for the developmentally disabled. The…

Suspect in Nov. 18 robbery at Key Bank in Federal Way.

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Federal Way police seek bank robbery suspect

Federal Way police released a photo of a suspect in the Nov. 18 robbery at Key Bank, 1918…

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Just one of the guys | Funny Bones

Feeling that I am probably falling behind in the technology race, I decided to call out to Redmond…

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Community Food and Toy Drive: Donate at local fire stations

The annual Community Food and Toy Drive for Des Moines and Federal Way kicked off Nov. 21. The…

Federal Way police officer Curtis Tucker participated in reality-based training Friday. Another officer acted as though he was a homeless man sleeping in a Federal Way facility. Tucker had to decide how best to handle the situation. The training was intended to force the officer responding to the call to make a quick 'shoot or don't shoot' decision in high-adrenaline situations. The men wore masks to protect them from simulated weapons loaded with paint balls.

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Finger on the trigger: Reality-based police training in Federal Way

To shoot or not to shoot? Police participated in reality-based training meant to incite quick decision-making Friday. Armed…

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Federal Way saves money on holiday light bill

A few tweaks in the holiday decorating plan will save Federal Way some money. LED lights and a…

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Suspect rams police vehicle | Federal Way crime blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: • Suspect rams police vehicle: At 4:26 p.m.…

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Plot twists in search for city manager

The search for a city manager has reached a turning point. The city council on Tuesday voted unanimously…

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Historical society’s old headquarters set for demolition

The Fisher house, once home to the Historical Society of Federal Way, will be demolished. The Historical Society…

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Kiwanis Club awards grants; poinsettia sale helps children

Kiwanis club awards grants On Nov. 18, the Federal Way Kiwanis Club awarded three local civic groups with…

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Thank you for celebrating you | Nandell Palmer

I wish to say thank you to all the families, friends and well-wishers who attended the I Celebrate…