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Santa Claus comes to Kent Station starting Saturday

Santa Claus coming to Kent

Santa Claus arrives at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 at the Kent Station shopping mall, 417 Ramsay Way.

  • Nov 27, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Santa Claus comes to Kent Station starting Saturday
Green River Community College students and officials break ground at a ceremony to launch the construction of the school's new Student Life Center

Green River breaks ground on new Student Life Center

Members of Green River Community College Student Life broke ground at the campus site for the new Student Life Center Nov. 21.

Green River Community College students and officials break ground at a ceremony to launch the construction of the school's new Student Life Center
Sissi Longthorpe with her granddaughter

A celebration for Sissi: feeling young at 90

Family and friends gathered to celebrate Sissi Longthorpe's 90th birthday last Saturday afternoon at Golden Steer Steak 'n Rib House.

  • Nov 27, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Sissi Longthorpe with her granddaughter
Kent’s Sherry Lookabill has found peace and independent living through her sheer determination.

Thanksgiving for the peace and comfort of one’s home

After years of living in nursing homes and institutions, Kent's Sherry Lookabill knows how significant independent living has been for her.

  • Nov 27, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Kent’s Sherry Lookabill has found peace and independent living through her sheer determination.

State receives three Kent applications for marijuana retail stores

The city of Kent's six-month ban against recreational marijuana businesses hasn't stopped people from applying for retail store licenses from the State Liquor Control Board.

Dec. 14 has been proclaimed as National Wreaths Across America Day. Ceremonies nationwide are open to the public.

Tahoma National Cemetary hosts ‘Wreaths Across America’ ceremony Dec. 14

"Wreaths Across America" – an annual celebration at cemeteries throughout the country – will be commemorated from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at Tahoma National Cemetary, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent.

  • Nov 27, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Dec. 14 has been proclaimed as National Wreaths Across America Day. Ceremonies nationwide are open to the public.

Kentwood hosts free College Application Event on Dec. 4 | School briefs

Kentwood High School hosts a College Application Event on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

  • Nov 27, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
The city of Kent is considering selling its Riverbend par 3 golf course possibly to a developer who might be interested in constructing a hotel

Developers show interest in Kent’s par 3 golf course property

Developers are interested in building a mixed-use project that could feature retail shops, public open spaces, a hotel, apartments and possibly condos if the city of Kent decides to sell its par 3 course at the Riverbend Golf Complex.

The city of Kent is considering selling its Riverbend par 3 golf course possibly to a developer who might be interested in constructing a hotel

Foster Farms donates 1,000 Thanksgiving turkeys to Northwest Harvest

Foster Farms donated 1,000 whole turkeys to Kent-based Northwest Harvest this month – the largest donation of high-protein items the hunger-relief agency has received this holiday season.

  • Nov 27, 2013
  • BY Wire Service

Stage 2 burn ban remains in effect for King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties

The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is maintaining a Stage 2 burn ban Tuesday for King Pierce, and Snohomish counties.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service

WSDOT report keys in on multimodal transportation; new Corridor Capacity Report published this week

A new approach to researching and reporting transportation system performance in Washington state focuses on moving more people in fewer vehicles.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
The city of Kent plans to replace the synthetic turf at Wilson Playfields next year. The cost is estimated at $1.5 million.

Kent City Council looks at ways to spend extra funds

With extra money in the city budget for the first time in several years, the Kent City Council plans to spend some of it.

The city of Kent plans to replace the synthetic turf at Wilson Playfields next year. The cost is estimated at $1.5 million.

State Patrol reports fewer large marijuana grows on public land

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) located a decreased number of large, outdoor marijuana grows on public land during the 2013 summer growing season.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Senior Services recently introduced the new van service for seniors 55 years of age and older and people with disabilities of all ages.

Hyde Shuttles seek volunteer drivers through campaign

The Hyde Shuttles provide valuable transportation for local seniors and folks with disabilities throughout King County, and the program is in great need of volunteer shuttle drivers near Kent.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Senior Services recently introduced the new van service for seniors 55 years of age and older and people with disabilities of all ages.
The city of Kent plans to connect the Green River Trail and Interurban Trail to make a loop trail.

Kent wants public input about Valley Loop Trail

Efforts to create a unique loop trail experience in Kent continue as city parks planners have identified five potential loop routes using the Green River and Interurban Trails.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
The city of Kent plans to connect the Green River Trail and Interurban Trail to make a loop trail.
Sound Publishing's regional press center in Everett will be busy preparing and delivering 42 local publications filled with holiday inserts.

Sound Publishing is ready for its biggest Black Friday ever | VIDEO

Sound Publishing is gearing up for a busy Thanksgiving and Black Friday week, delivering 10 million holiday savings inserts to readers in the greater Puget Sound area.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Sound Publishing's regional press center in Everett will be busy preparing and delivering 42 local publications filled with holiday inserts.
Kent Fire Department.

Kent Fire Department offers holiday safety tips

The Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority asks all residents to consider the following fire and life safety tips to help ensure they have a safe and enjoyable holiday season.

  • Nov 26, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Kent Fire Department.
Kent Police Blotter.

Kent officers arrest man for assaulting stepdaughter over cellphone dispute | Police Blotter

A Kent man, who called 911 to report his stepdaughter had slapped him during a dispute, ended up going to jail for investigation of fourth-degree assault when he tried to push the woman out of his house.

Kent Police Blotter.

Kent School Board awarded distinguished honor

The Kent School Board was named a board of Distinction for the Third Consecutive Year

  • Nov 25, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority call report.

Kent Fire Department call report Nov. 17-23

A weekly look at calls to the Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority.

  • Nov 25, 2013
  • BY Wire Service
Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority call report.
 

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