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Sound Publishing and SeattlePI.com announce content partnership

Sound Publishing, Inc. and seattlepi.com today announced a partnership that will provide content from pnwlocalnews.com, the home of Sound Publishing’s 30 community and suburban newspapers, to seattlepi.com readers.

SecondStory Repertory facing bankruptcy

Microsoft’s Lola Ball to present during conference at Bellevue Community College

Redmond-based Microsoft program manager Lola Ball will be among presenters at the “Expanding Your Horizons for Middle School Girls” conference, on Saturday, March 21 at Bellevue Community College.

Union, Oak Harbor Freight Lines end 5-month strike

A long and emotional strike between Oak Harbor Freight Lines Inc. and its union workforce is over – for now. Teamster representatives and company leaders agreed to end the five-month strike. That conclusion became official this week.

Casey’s Crafts enjoys anomalous growth amid recession

With most businesses on the island feeling the pinch of the economy, one business may be pinching itself for its good fortune. Casey’s Crafts in Bayview is expanding while others are downsizing. Recently, national business reports have shown the craft industry to be one of the least affected by the economic downturn, with most crafts stores reporting an increase in business compared to sales from last year.

Blendissimo’s oils and vinegars debut at NW Flower & Garden Show

Black currant or raspberry balsamic vinegar? Tequila lime or white truffle dipping oil? The choices abounded at the Blendissimo’s Gourmet Blends booth, managed by Mercer Island resident Phyllis Schut at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattle last week.

State unemployment rate inches up to 7.8 percent

Microsoft Corp. admits error in severance pay: Vice president tells employees they get to keep the extra money

Microsoft Corp. admitted on Monday that it overpaid at least $100,000 in severance money for several employees after launching wide-scale layoffs last month. The Redmond-based tech giant is taking responsibility for the error and told employees to keep the extra money, according to Microsoft spokesman Lou Gellos.

Kitsap farms cropping up to meet food needs

Snow White was tempted by an apple with appetizing aesthetic appeal, but its beauty was beyond deceptive. Instead of biting into a flavor-filled, nutritious and scrumptious treat, she was sickened and left wanting. While Snow White may just be a child’s fable, it's an alarming reflection and lesson in nutrition deception for today’s commercial food consumer.

Costco teams up with special effects company to solve bird problem

There is nothing like a bit of alfresco dining, sitting out in the open air, enjoying the food and the sunshine (or snow...) A flock of seagulls or crows, and a minefield of duck droppings can really spoil the vibe.