Life
World War II veteran to serve as Fourth of July parade grand marshal
John Kenny has managed more than 20,000 care packages that have been sent to troops.
News
Kirkland encourages safety on July 4th
Fireworks ban continues to reduce fire-related accidents.
Life
ORCA cards now free for seniors, disabled and low-income commuters
Changes increase access to transit services in the Puget Sound region
Life
Symetra keeps the Eastside Emergency Shelter for Women open
The organization donated $100,000 to The Sophia Way to keep it’s Women shelter open.
Life
King County Metro implements a new $2.75 fare on July 1
Riders will no longer pay additional surcharges for zones or travel during peak commute hours.
Opinion
For breakfast | From Kirkland to Quito
The sierran Ecuadorian concept of breakfast food is more savory and open to interpretation.
Life
Opioid prevention campaign kicks off in Washington
Initiative shines light on the risks of prescription opioid addiction and overdose.
Life
Kirkland’s Cultural Arts Commission calls for artists
The commission is seeking artists to help with the 2018 Crossing Kirkland Community Mural.
Life
Edith Moulton Park grand opening set for July 21
The grand opening will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the park south of Helen…
News
Wyman addresses accusations of deceptive signature-gathering
Washington secretary of state, Kim Wyman, outlines the rights and limitations of petitioners.
Sports
Three-peat: Kirkland softball squad snags another district title
Kirkland’s majors softball all-star team won its third consecutive District 9 title last Saturday, defeating Redmond, 10-0. Kya…
Life
I-405/SR 167 corridor leaders meet to discuss next steps
The June 25 Kirkland meeting will include updates on planned improvements.
Life
Kirkland chamber hosts second Beat the Heat Fashion Show
The Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce set the fashion show for July 12 at the Woodmark Hotel.
Life
LWSD selects first-round of superintendent candidates
Fifty-eight candidates completed application process with Ray and Associates, Inc.
Life
Bob Ferguson launches website for human trafficking victims
The website will provide a hub for services and resources for labor and sex trafficking victims.
Life
Eastside students graduate from Providence Classical Christian School
Two Kirkland students graduated from the school and will go on to study at universities.
Sports
Majors Mariners win Kirkland city baseball championship
The Kirkland American Little League Mariners beat the Kirkland National Little League Diamondbacks, 3-2, on June 8 in…
Life
Foundation invests more than $350,000 in schools
Lake Washington Schools Foundation support ranges from classroom grants to district-wide programs.
Life
EvergreenHealth adds new features to online patient portal
The new feature, “My Navigator”, will make signing up easier and enhance the user experience.