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From left: Samantha Areliz (VALA curator), Marisa Mouton Provo (VALA Communication Director) and Zachary Burns (artist) look upon the Gatesville exhibit at the new VALA Eastside in Kirkland. Madison Miller/staff photo.

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VALA Arts moves to Kirkland; changes name to VALA Eastside

VALA Eastside makes Kirkland its permanent home.

Upcoming shelter for women and families offers hope to Kirkland

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Upcoming shelter for women and families offers hope to Kirkland

The city anticipates the shelter for families and women to be completed in 2020.

State Supreme Court bans life without parole for juveniles

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State Supreme Court bans life without parole for juveniles

Washington, along with 20 other states, will no longer sentence juveniles to life without parole.

Local employees protest sexual misconduct in Google walkout

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Local employees protest sexual misconduct in Google walkout

Google’s Kirkland campus took part in the worldwide protest of sexual misconduct within the company.

Greg McClellan (center) talks with friends at the release party for his 48 hour album, “Listen2Daze,” at Vortex Music & Movies in Kirkland. Madison Miller/staff photo.

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Kirkland man releases 48-hour album

McClellan released his 48-hour album, “Listen2Daze,” at Vortex Music & Movies.

An example of the neo-Nazi propaganda which appeared recently in Kirkland. Posters like these are put up by the far-right group Patriot Front which can be removed or covered up by residents. Contributed photo

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Mayor, religion leaders respond to hate group fliers posted around Kirkland

The fliers advertised the same organization that distributed fliers in bags with candy around Bellevue in June.

LWTech hosts annual benefit breakfast to support students’ emergency funds

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LWTech hosts annual benefit breakfast to support students’ emergency funds

Bob and Linda Tjossem are honored for their generosity through scholarship fund.

Safeco Field funding referendum withdrawn

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Safeco Field funding referendum withdrawn

The mysterious backers of the initiative won’t say why, but some think it’s because they couldn’t get funding…

Map shows the major river locations in King County. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County leaders urge residents to prepare for seasonal flooding

Executive Constantine and Flood Control district chair Dunn urge preparedness to ensure people and property remain safe.

Kirkland boutique allows customers to shop with a Purpose

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Kirkland boutique allows customers to shop with a Purpose

Purpose Boutique partners with empowerment brands to fight human trafficking

County Council celebrates Pro Bono week

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County Council celebrates Pro Bono week

King County Council proclaimed Oct. 21-27 as Pro Bono Week.

Shortest ever ‘Obamacare’ enrollment period starts Nov. 1

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Shortest ever ‘Obamacare’ enrollment period starts Nov. 1

The Trump administration slashes the time frame to sign up for insurance.

Michele D’Amour and the Love Dealers stay at No. 1 on Roots Music Reports blues chart. From left: Brian Olendorf, Noel Barnes, Patrick McDanel, Michele D’Amour, Dave Delzotto and Jeff Cornell. Photo courtesy of Michele D’Amour.

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Kirkland-based blues band tops national charts with new album

Michele D’Amour and the Love Dealers stay at No. 1 on Roots Music Reports blues chart.

The new campus officially opened Oct. 1. Enrollment is still open. Photo courtesy of Jeannine Hanson.

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Chestnut Montessori opens second campus in Kirkland

The new campus will be able to hold 12 students.

Two Democrats face off for Distrcit 48’s position 2 seat

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Two Democrats face off for Distrcit 48’s position 2 seat

Amy Walen and Cindi Bright are vieing for the position, which is being vacated by retiring Rep. Joan…

Chainline was able to successfully crowdfund a full deck to accompany their tap room. The community-oriented business is open to all ages and pet-friendly. Kailan Manandic/staff Photo

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Chainline Brewing Co. is Best of Kirkland

The brewery opened its doors in 2015 and has since been embedded as a community gathering place.

Springer, Krabach campaign for House seat on the Eastside

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Springer, Krabach campaign for House seat on the Eastside

Voters have a choice for position 2 in the 45th district, which covers Kirkland and Redmond.

Goodman, Curtis vie for 45th district House seat

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Goodman, Curtis vie for 45th district House seat

Candidates for position 1 answer questions on taxes, guns and more.

Bothell residents Stanford, Colver run to represent the 1st district

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Bothell residents Stanford, Colver run to represent the 1st district

Washington’s 1st Legislative District covers Bothell and Kirkland.

Kloba, Blodgett share ideas for 1st legislative district

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Kloba, Blodgett share ideas for 1st legislative district

The candidates for state representative, position 2 answer questions on taxes, guns and more.