The public is invited to celebrate the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony from 4-8 p.m. Nov. 28 in downtown Kirkland. During the free event, many activities will be offered, including local choirs and bands, a ginger bread house display at Merrill Gardens, horse drawn carriage rides, “Twas the Night Before Christmas” read by Ms. Teen Washington, and much more! The tree will be lit at 6 p.m. in Marina Park. Donate 10 pounds of food or $10 cash to Hopelink at the tree lighting ceremony and receive a free energy-saving LED holiday light string from PSE (while supplies last). For information, visit www.kirklanddowntown.org/calendar.html, e-mail info@kirklanddowntown.org or call 425-893-8766.
SR18 closure at I-90 rescheduled to start May 29
Both directions of traffic will be closed around the clock until June 4.
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Grace Gorenflo • May 25, 2025 12:20 pm
Renton, Bellevue among cities of possible measles exposure
For those possibly exposed to measles between April 30 and May 3, the most likely time to become sick would be between May 7 and 24.
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Bailey Josie • May 13, 2025 8:48 pm
Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats
Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils, county commissions, school boards, and special districts.
By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • May 5, 2025 1:10 pm
