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Suspicious packages found at Federal Way mail center are determined non-threatening
Federal Way police and a bomb squad responded to a call of two suspicious packages found at 8:21…
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Reduce, reuse, recycle: State law revises donation rules for electronics
It’s in with the new and out with the old. For many, the holidays brought new possessions. But…
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Garbage collection and recycling return to normal in Federal Way following snow storms
Due to the region’s first white Christmas in years, you’re probably full of more than just holiday cheer…
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Teen pleads not guilty in Federal Way double shooting
From staff reports: A suspect in the Dec. 4 double shooting at Alderdale Park, near Southwest 340th Place…
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Donut destroys mailboxes | Federal Way crime blotter
The following is a sample from the Federal Way police public information log: • At 10:06 a.m. Dec.…
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To stop education achievement gap, kindergarten assessment program starts early
In a few short years, humans go from drooling and staring to “momma” and “dadda,” then letters and…
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Sense of community feels like a warm blanket
In most families, you’ll find someone much like me. I’m a story person in my generation who the…
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Federal Way’s homeless find shelter from the storms
As temperatures dipped and snow flurried, churches and the police department offered emergency shelter for Federal Way’s homeless.…
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Federal Way schools lose big in state’s budget crunch
With a budget shortfall of $5.7 billion, Washington state’s schools were hit hard this year — and Federal…
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Mother Nature takes drivers and round-the-clock road crews for a ride
Snow, ice, wind and freezing temperatures kept Washington State Department of Transportation crews working around the clock these…
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Art wanted for Federal Way’s Martin Luther King celebration
School students are encouraged to submit art entries for the annual Martin Luther King Community Celebration on Jan.…
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Weather results in lost blood donations in Puget Sound region
Blood donations are needed to revitalize Western Washington’s supply. The recent snow and ice storms caused Puget Sound…
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Christmas for the homeless
Java Billiards, 34507 Pacific Highway S., and Fife resident Dionne Agostini will host a Christmas party for Federal…
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Fire department’s food and toy drive helps 130 local families
South King Fire and Rescue firefighters and personnel played Santa on Dec. 22 when they delivered food and…
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Thief steals cash, jewelry and panties | Federal Way crime blotter
The following is a sample from the Federal Way police public information log: • At 5:56 p.m. Dec.…
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Cold weather: Crews kick caution up a notch
The cold weather has meant an increase in calls for South King Fire and Rescue. The department has…
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Firefighters rescue seven from Federal Way apartment blaze
From staff reports South King Fire and Rescue firefighters rescued seven people from an early morning fire Dec.…
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Hubby crafts a bright holiday surprise for breast cancer survivor
Jeff Ray surprised his wife, Jennifer, with an early Christmas present this year: A 6-foot-tall sparkling hot-pink ribbon.…
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Twin Cedars Doll Project brings smiles to Federal Way faces
After three years, the Twin Cedars Doll Project continues to grow — all in the name of charity.…
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Teens busted for drinking and brass knuckles | Crime blotter
The following is a sample from the Federal Way police public information log: • At 12:08 a.m. Dec.…