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Kirkland Police seek Kent man for shooting death over drug dispute

Kirkland Police seek Kent man for shooting death over drug dispute

Kirkland Police are trying to track down a 32-year-old Kent man who faces a first-degree murder charge for allegedly shooting a man in May at… Continue reading

Kirkland Police seek Kent man for shooting death over drug dispute

Washington Wine Industry Foundation offers more than $30,000 in scholarships

The Washington Wine Industry Foundation is offering more than $30,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and post-graduate students studying viticulture, enology or related disciplines. All applications… Continue reading

  • Jan 12, 2017
Winter chill, flu-and-cold season cause Northwest blood woes; severe weather triggers acute blood shortage

Winter chill, flu-and-cold season cause Northwest blood woes; severe weather triggers acute blood shortage

Bloodworks Northwest (formerly Puget Sound Blood Center) is asking people to schedule a blood donation during the next week as chilly weather and flu-and-cold season… Continue reading

  • Jan 12, 2017
  • By Mark Klaas
Winter chill, flu-and-cold season cause Northwest blood woes; severe weather triggers acute blood shortage
Kent Police find missing woman | Update

Kent Police find missing woman | Update

Kent Police found a missing 45-year-old woman safe and unharmed on Wednesday night in Seattle. Detectives tracked down Jana Purdy, of Federal Way, who had… Continue reading

  • Jan 12, 2017
Kent Police find missing woman | Update
4 tips to help you avoid the flu during peak flu season

4 tips to help you avoid the flu during peak flu season

By MultiCare Health System Flu activity is considered widespread and epidemic in Washington state, with 24 lab-confirmed influenza deaths reported statewide, according to the Washington… Continue reading

  • Jan 11, 2017
4 tips to help you avoid the flu during peak flu season
Woman punches boyfriend during Denny’s dispute in Kent | Police Blotter

Woman punches boyfriend during Denny’s dispute in Kent | Police Blotter

Kent Police arrested a woman for investigation of fourth-degree assault after she reportedly punched her boyfriend during a dispute at Denny’s restaurant, 1246 Central Ave.… Continue reading

Woman punches boyfriend during Denny’s dispute in Kent | Police Blotter
King County Metro to purchase 73 battery buses

King County Metro to purchase 73 battery buses

Fulfilling his commitment to the greening of King County’s fleets, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced on Tuesday that King County Metro will purchase up… Continue reading

  • Jan 10, 2017
King County Metro to purchase 73 battery buses
Kent City Council awards contract for Lake Meridian dock replacement

Kent City Council awards contract for Lake Meridian dock replacement

It will cost the city of Kent about half as much as estimated to replace the deteriorating Lake Meridian swimming and fishing dock. The City… Continue reading

Kent City Council awards contract for Lake Meridian dock replacement
Unexpected ice prompts late decision to delay Kent schools on Monday

Unexpected ice prompts late decision to delay Kent schools on Monday

Kent School District officials were caught off guard by icy roads on Monday morning, prompting a two-hour delay when some students were already at or… Continue reading

  • Jan 9, 2017
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Unexpected ice prompts late decision to delay Kent schools on Monday
Orwall to serve as state House speaker pro tem

Orwall to serve as state House speaker pro tem

If you watch the House of Representatives debate and vote on legislation, chances are the lawmakers holding the gavel will be Reps. Tina Orwall, D-Des… Continue reading

  • Jan 9, 2017
Orwall to serve as state House speaker pro tem
Reichert speaks in honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Reichert speaks in honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Congressman Dave Reichert, R-Auburn, a 33-year law enforcement veteran and twice elected sheriff of King County, spoke on the floor of the U.S. House in… Continue reading

  • Jan 9, 2017
Reichert speaks in honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
State attorney general introduces proposals for assault weapon reform

State attorney general introduces proposals for assault weapon reform

State Attorney General Bob Ferguson on Monday announced the introduction of two bills aimed at reducing deadly mass shootings: a previously announced proposal to ban… Continue reading

  • Jan 9, 2017
State attorney general introduces proposals for assault weapon reform
State fire marshal recommends home fire escape plans

State fire marshal recommends home fire escape plans

After 11 fire-related deaths in December, State Fire Marshal Charles M. Duffy is stressing the importance of having working smoke alarms and having a home… Continue reading

  • Jan 9, 2017
State fire marshal recommends home fire escape plans
Kent’s Puget Sound Fire call report: Jan. 1-7

Kent’s Puget Sound Fire call report: Jan. 1-7

A weekly look at the number of calls to the Kent-based Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority: Jan. 1-7 Total: 599 EMS/Rescue: 467 False Call: 44… Continue reading

  • Jan 9, 2017
Kent’s Puget Sound Fire call report: Jan. 1-7
Kent drivers to face lane closures at 108th SE and SE 208th

Kent drivers to face lane closures at 108th SE and SE 208th

Drivers will face intermittent and alternating lane closures from Monday, Jan. 9 through mid-spring at the intersection of 108th Avenue Southeast and Southeast 208th Street.… Continue reading

  • Jan 6, 2017
Kent drivers to face lane closures at 108th SE and SE 208th
King County Veterans Advisory Board seeks applicants

King County Veterans Advisory Board seeks applicants

Veterans are wanted to serve on the King County Veterans Advisory Board. The King County Veterans program sees more than 2,000 veterans each year and… Continue reading

  • Jan 6, 2017
King County Veterans Advisory Board seeks applicants
Kent plans major improvements to West Meeker Street corridor

Kent plans major improvements to West Meeker Street corridor

Imagine people walking, running or bicycling along a West Meeker Street promenade between Kent Des Moines Road (State Route 516) and historic downtown Kent. City… Continue reading

Kent plans major improvements to West Meeker Street corridor

Lake Wilderness Arboretum Foundation to begin ‘Explore’ series

The Lake Wilderness Arboretum Foundation kicks off a new “Explore With Us …” series in 2017 by visiting the gardens, displays, trails and other features… Continue reading

  • Jan 5, 2017
Sounder Seahawks game-day trains will run Saturday with stops in Kent

Sounder Seahawks game-day trains will run Saturday with stops in Kent

Sound Transit will operate special game day Sounder train service, including two Kent stops, this Saturday for the 5:15 p.m. Wild Card playoff game between… Continue reading

  • Jan 5, 2017
Sounder Seahawks game-day trains will run Saturday with stops in Kent
Kent Community Foundation to award college scholarships; applications available now

Kent Community Foundation to award college scholarships; applications available now

The Kent Community Foundation has put out its annual call for scholarship applications, making the awards available to Kent-area students attending college in the fall.… Continue reading

  • Jan 5, 2017
Kent Community Foundation to award college scholarships; applications available now