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Bay Club Continues Investment Sprint With the Acquisition of 425 Fitness
SAN FRANCISCO, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Bay Club Company (“Bay Club”) today announces the acquisition of 425 Fitness, a highly regarded group of fitness clubs in the greater Seattle area with three locations in Bothell, Redmond, and...

Downtown Seattle Rents Rise for the First Time in 17 Months as Amazon Workers Go Back to the Office Full Time
(NASDAQ: RDFN) — Downtown Seattle apartment rents grew for the first time in 17 months in December, rising 2.5% year over year to a median $2,000. That’s according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate...

Microsoft's Bing Notes TravelingWiki “Could Potentially Impact Stock Prices” With Material Information
Given the Serious Stakes for Children, Microsoft's Bing Functionality Recognizes the Importance of “Material Information” of TravelingWiki on Financial Markets SEATTE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Seattle,...

Say “ferry-well” to summer with Washington State Ferries at upcoming online meetings
SEATTLE – As the leaves begin to turn, Washington State Ferries’ next round of virtual public meetings will help turn the page on its busiest season. The pair of meetings will feature a question-and-answer session with WSF directors and...

Commerce invests $37 million in 46 clean energy projects across Washington state
Investments enabled by Washington’s Climate Commitment Act advance clean tech innovation and state climate goals OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced 46 grants funded by the Washington Climate Commitment Act...

Commerce invests $37 million in 46 clean energy projects across Washington state
Investments enabled by Washington’s Climate Commitment Act advance clean tech innovation and state climate goals OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced 46 grants funded by the Washington Climate Commitment Act...

Black Forest Mushrooms Proudly Supports Psilocybin Research in Washington State with Launch of Psilocybe Liquid Culture
At Black Forest Mushrooms, we are proud to call Washington State home, a state that stands at the forefront of groundbreaking research and progressive public health initiatives. In support of the state’s ethical and scientific exploration of...

Extra Patrols Deployed as Part of 100 Safe Days of Summer Campaign
To keep roads safe this summer, the King County Target Zero Coalition is deploying High Visibility Enforcement patrols from June 6 through Labor Day Weekend. This campaign is part of Washington’s “100 Safe Days of Summer” program, which is working...

State proposes restrictions on toxic “forever chemicals” in common consumer products
OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Ecology is proposing a rule to restrict the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – better known as PFAS – in common consumer products including clothing, cleaning products and car wash soap. The rule...

NCRF Partners with Seattle Public Schools to Host The 7th Annual Seattle Black College ExpoTM on January 18th
Working together to increase access to higher education, expand scholarships and bring career opportunities to Seattle-area students SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- National College Resources Foundation (NCRF)...

No-Cost Heart & Kidney Health Screening Available on January 22-24 in Seattle
Health and research company, Care Access, is making its Heart & Kidney Health Screening initiative available to residents of Seattle. This health screening raises awareness and provides testing for certain health risk factors, including a...

Love is in the Air: The Empire State Building Celebrates Valentine’s Day with NYC’s Most Extravagant Date, Proposal Package, ‘Sleepless in Seattle’ Screening and Annual Tower Lighting
Celebrate love at the “World’s Most Romantic Building.” The Empire State Building (ESB) today announced its romantic Valentine’s Day plans which include a themed movie screening, special proposal package, and New York City’s most unique date for...

Washington State Public Lands Chief Criticizes Federal Plan to Kill a Half-Million Barred Owls in Pacific Northwest
Hilary Franz says killing scheme costly, unworkable and may result in adverse collateral effects SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, USA, June 19, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hilary S. Franz, Commissioner of Public Lands for Washington state, wrote yesterday to...

Sold Simple Seattle Announces Expansion of “Sell My House Fast for Cash” Services
Lake Forest Park, WA, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sold Simple Seattle, a licensed broker and leading authority on Seattle, WA, real estate, is excited to announce the expansion of its “Sell My House Fast for Cash” services to include...

APlus Housing Marks 30 Years in Business, Secures Small Business Partnership with Seattle Seahawks
SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- APlus Housing, a premier provider of corporate housing solutions in the Seattle area, is proud to announce two major milestones: the celebration of its 30th anniversary and the...

Kimpton Palladian Hotel Unveils Exclusive Pickleball Package in Washington State
First-of-Its-Kind Promotion Celebrates the Birthplace of Pickleball with Unforgettable Experience SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Kimpton Palladian Hotel is excited to launch an exclusive Pickleball...

Redfin Reports Some Would-Be Home Sellers Are Stepping Back as Market Tilts Toward Buyers
(NASDAQ: RDFN) — New listings of U.S. homes for sale rose 6.3% year over year during the four weeks ending June 1, one of the smallest increases of the last three months. That’s according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the...

Western Forest Products Inc. Announces Release Date of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Results and Conference Call Details
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Western Forest Products Inc. (TSX: WEF) (“Western” or the “Company”) fourth quarter and fiscal 2024 financial and operating results will be released on Thursday, February 13, 2025....

Washington Construction Defect Center Urges a Homeowner in a New Subdivision Anywhere in Washington State with Construction Defects-Unresolved Builder Punch List Items to Call for Some Meaningful Help
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, USA, July 17, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Washington Construction Defect Center says, "We are appealing to a new homeowner in a newer subdivision or townhouse development anywhere in Washington State to call us anytime at...

Animal Wellness Action Endorses Hilary Franz for 6th Congressional District in Washington State Democratic Primary
Franz is a strong, proven leader in managing public lands and is dedicated to wildlife WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Animal Wellness Action endorses Democrat Hilary Franz to win her primary election, in her...