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Signage along the Cross Kirkland Corridor helps people find the beacons with electronic information about the CKC’s history. Contributed photo

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City, Google team up to give residents more information on CKC projects

Google is proving to be an invaluable partner with the City of Kirkland on Cross Kirkland Corridor initiatives.

Local immigrants take the Oath of Allegiance to become U.S. citizens during a naturalization ceremony at the Kingsgate Library. KATHY CUMMINGS/Contributed photo

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Naturalization ceremony held at Kingsgate Library

Before the turmoil caused by Pres. Donald Trump’s executive order establishing an immigration ban, 20 local immigrants became…

Kirkland residents participate in the “For the Love of Kirkland” workshop on Jan. 23 at Google. CATHERINE KRUMMEY/Kirkland Reporter

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Residents gather to show their love for Kirkland

Dozens of Kirkland residents came together Monday night to share their love for the city.

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Kirkland pastors share message of unity

Messages of unity and acceptance are something Kirkland pastors have been preaching for years, and that tradition seems…

Inslee focused on funding education

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Inslee focused on funding education

On Inauguration Day for the nation’s new president, recently re-elected Washington Gov. Jay Inslee talked with Sound Publishing…

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PedFlag program thrives on community involvement

Kirkland community members play a vital role in ensuring the city’s PedFlag program, which started in 1995, helps…

Jan Young (left), Zoe Young, Olivia Nicolas and Alexa Luna participate in the Women’s March on Seattle on Jan. 21. Contributed photo

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Kirkland residents participate in Women’s March on Seattle

Among the estimated 175,000 people in attendance at the Women’s March on Seattle on Jan. 21 (and the…

Kirkland City Council authorizes purchase of Totem Lake

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Kirkland City Council authorizes purchase of Totem Lake

Totem Lake is one step closer to becoming property of the City of Kirkland.

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Kirkland City Council presents Inclusive Communities Proclamation

The Kirkland City Council has taken another step to ensure everyone feels welcome in the city.

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Homeless men share their stories of life on the streets and how they survive

Editor’s Note: The Reporter spoke with these two homeless men on the condition that we would not use…

Mayor Amy Walen delivers the State of the City address at a Kirkland Chamber of Commerce luncheon. CATHERINE KRUMMEY/Kirkland Reporter

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Kirkland mayor delivers State of the City address

Kirkland Mayor Amy Walen delivered the annual State of the City address at the Kirkland Chamber of Commerce…

Kirkland artist Sarah Walters creates a henna crown for Mary Glasco at Sankara Imports in Bothell. CATHERINE KRUMMEY/Kirkland Reporter

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Henna artist donates services to cancer patients

For Kirkland henna artist Sarah Walters, giving back is not just something she does for the holidays.

Peter Kageyama (standing at right) discusses a T-shirt design with Kenmore residents at a “For the Love of Kenmore” event in 2015. Kageyama will host a workshop at “For the Love of Kirkland” on Jan. 23. Reporter file photo

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Neighborhood forum scheduled for Jan. 23

The Kirkland Alliance of Neighborhoods and the City of Kirkland are partnering up for the city’s first neighborhood…

Debie Frable (left), Jennifer Cail, Susanna Gilbert and Sabrina Barton participate in a Pussyhat Project event at Serial Knitters in Kirkland. Contributed photo

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Kirkland knitters join Pussyhat Project, national movement

On Jan. 21, people wearing pink hats will take to the streets of cities across the country, including…

Kirkland City Manager Kurt Triplett attends a city council meeting in November, 2016. Reporter file photo

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Kirkland City Council approves salary increase for city manager

The Kirkland City Council unanimously approved an updated employment agreement with City Manager Kurt Triplett, raising his salary…

Ben and Jerry’s in Kirkland was purchased in October. Reporter file photo

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Kirkland Ben & Jerry’s changes ownership

Jonathan Stebbins and Mark Mullet took over the Kirkland Ben &Jerry’s location in October, and they plan to…

Saint Edward Seminary in Saint Edward State Park on the Kirkland and Kenmore boundary. Reporter file Photo

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State parks commission approves St. Edward Seminary lease proposal

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved a motion directing State Parks Director Don Hoch to…

Nytec recently unveiled the Ocean Medallion, which will enhance the customer experience for Carnival Corporation on its cruise ships. Nytec’s Product Innovation Center is located in Kirkland. Contributed photo

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Nytec unveils new technology for Carnival cruises

Nytec’s Kirkland Product Innovation Center was critical in creating the company’s latest innovations for Carnival Corporation.

St. Edward Seminary in St. Edward State Park on the Kirkland and Kenmore boundary. Reporter file Photo

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Hundreds attend St. Edward Seminary public hearing

More than 100 people signed up to share their opinions on the future of the St. Edward Seminary…

New KDA executive director shares plans for 2017

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New KDA executive director shares plans for 2017

Kirkland Downtown Association Executive Director Barbie Collins Young is not taking time to “settle in” to her new…