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Newly proposed Kirkland boating ordinance triggers outcry

A newly proposed boating ordinance aimed at curbing the rafting of boats and excessive noise, primarily on Juanita…

Executive Director Chris Shainin accepts the second annual CACHET Award on behalf of the Kirkland Arts Center from Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride Monday night at Northwest University.

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Kirkland Arts Center named 2012 CACHET Award recipient

The Kirkland Arts Center was named the second annual Kirkland CACHET Award winner on Monday evening during a…

Parking signs like this one in the city-owned Marina Park parking lot instruct visitors to pay for parking between 5-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday

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Kirkland Council considers extending paid parking hours in downtown lots

Two of the three city-managed parking lots in downtown Kirkland are free from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

Marc Tyler Nobleman demonstrates his drawing skills as he speaks to Thoreau Elementary students about the rewards of being persistent during an assembly on Tuesday. Nobleman has published 70 kids books as an author and illustrator.

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Superman author, cartoonist talks to Thoreau Elementary students in Kirkland about persistence

Marc Tyler Nobleman has faced a lot of rejection as a writer and a cartoonist. Like all writers,…

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Woman slaps Renton man during her arraignment | Kirkland Police Blotter

Between February 17-23, the Kirkland Police Department reported 438 traffic violations (four DUIs), 21 alarm calls, 13 car…

King County Assessor Lloyd Hara speaks to Windermere real estate agents in downtown Kirkland on Feb. 21.

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Many Kirkland homeowners to see drop in property taxes, says county assessor

Kirkland homeowners have watched the value of what is likely their biggest investment plummet since 2007.

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Bill to end community councils dies in Senate committee; bill may return next session

The saga concerning the future of community councils in Kirkland and Bellevue took another unexpected turn in Olympia…

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Man arrested for slapping, pushing ex-girlfriend | Kirkland Police Blotter

The blotter feature is both a description of a small selection of police incidents and a statistical round-up…

Crews work on the Juanita Village 5 project

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Juanita construction ramps up with two new projects in Kirkland | UPDATE

The Juanita Village 5 and the Weidner apartment building will add nearly 300 new residential dwellings to the…

Kirkland resident Solomon Metalwala meets with friends

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More than 60 people participate in vigil for missing Sky Metalwala in downtown Bellevue

Balloons dotted the Bellevue skyline Saturday night during an event to bring awareness and hope to the case…

Kirkland Deputy Mayor Doreen Marchione and her son

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Marchione leadership spans four decades, two cities – Redmond and Kirkland

When Kirkland Deputy Mayor Doreen Marchione talks about her son, Redmond Mayor John Marchione, the pride is nearly…

Sky Metalwala

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Kirkland father, community to release balloons into the Bellevue sky for missing 2-year-old

For Kirkland resident Solomon Metalwala, the search for his missing son Sky will take a new turn Feb.…

Kirkland resident Scarlett Paxton

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Soldier accused of murdering Kirkland woman has history of violence, drugs

The soldier accused of killing a 19-year-old Kirkland woman in Juanita on Nov. 30 had a record of…

Sweet Cakes owner Susanne Park said that Valentine’s Day is one of the busiest times of the year for her business. Park has been involved in the Kirkland community for a long time and often donates many of her treats to local charities and non-profits.

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Kirkland’s Sweet Cakes serves up treats with heart for Valentine’s Day, community

Calling your husband or wife sweet cakes in public can be embarrassing if it is not Valentine’s Day.…

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Three men assault man with a bat | Kirkland Police Blotter

Between Jan. 30 to Feb. 2, the Kirkland Police Department reported 270 traffic violations (two DUIs), 10 alarm…

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Kirkland City Council passes code of ethics

After two years of research, debate, committees and council discussions the Kirkland City Council unanimously approved a code…

Kirkland resident and Google employee Steve Lacey was killed July 24

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Man pleads guilty to vehicular homicide, reckless driving in death of Kirkland man

A Snohomish County man who killed Kirkland resident Steve Lacey last summer while driving drunk, changed his not…

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Man carving wood statue with knife during city meeting arrested for disorderly conduct | Kirkland Police Blotter

Between January 23-29, the Kirkland Police Department reported 619 traffic violations (three DUIs), 18 alarm calls, 27 car…

Youth dig up dinosaur 'bones' in the sandbox at Kirkland Preschool Monday

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Kirkland Preschool finds permanent home after years of struggling to keep doors open

Carolyn Wirkman had prepared herself for a day that in her heart she did not want to see…

Redmond resident Pastor Ken Hutcherson

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Eastside pastor vows to fight same-sex marriage legislation; Kirkland officials support bill

Pastor Ken Hutcherson is steadfast in his beliefs against same-sex marriage.