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Kent woman gives large donation to senior center

Kent Senior Activity Center employees received a $211,765 donation from Winona Constance.

Kent residents can look at a map to find out where the latest crimes occurred in the city by going to www.kentcrimereports.com.

Kent residents can access crime reports, alerts online

Kent residents can now go online to find out about criminal activity in their neighborhoods and throughout the city.

Kent residents can look at a map to find out where the latest crimes occurred in the city by going to www.kentcrimereports.com.
Adam Vesperman

Kent teen, London musical up for Olivier Award

It's exciting times in London for a Kent teen who plays the starring role in "Billy Elliot the Musical."

Adam Vesperman

Kent resident lands on the dean’s list

Kent's Cassandra Riedeman made it onto the dean’s list at Saint Martin's University for outstanding academic achievement in the fall 2011 semester.

  • Mar 29, 2012
  • BY Wire Service
State Sen. Karen Keiser

Kent’s Keiser introduces state bill to fully fund Basic Health Plan

Sen. Karen Keiser, D-Kent, has introduced a bill in Olympia to fully fund Washington’s Basic Health Plan (BHP) for the first time in more than a decade – without raising taxes raising taxes or diverting funds from other public priorities.

  • Mar 29, 2012
  • BY Wire Service
State Sen. Karen Keiser

Kent Allied Waste employees support Alabama picketers

Several Kent Allied Waste/Republic Services employees honored picket lines this morning that were established by striking Teamsters from Alabama.

The King County Council approved a demonstration project for the Kent motorsports venue early last week.

County gives green light to Pacific Raceways’ pilot plan

Jason Fiorito is one step closer to seeing his master plan become a reality for Pacific Raceways. The King County Council approved a demonstration project for the Kent motorsports venue early last week.

The King County Council approved a demonstration project for the Kent motorsports venue early last week.

State Patrol seeks witnesses from I-405 car crash that killed Kent man

Washington State Patrol detectives are asking for witnesses or any individuals with information about a two-vehicle crash March 24 on southbound Interstate 405 to contact them.

Ten legislators to speak at Suburban Cities Association dinner April 18

A panel of 10 state legislators will discuss the 2012 legislative session at the Suburban Cities Association Networking Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at the Embassy Suites, 15920 W. Valley Hwy., in Tukwila.

  • Mar 28, 2012
  • BY Wire Service

State grants available for projects that improve bicycling, walking conditions

Grant funding is available through the state Department of Transportation to make local roads, streets and highways safer and more accessible for everyone, regardless of age or ability.

  • Mar 27, 2012
  • BY Wire Service

State tells King County restaurants, bars to stop collecting stadium sales tax

The state Department of Revenue reminds restaurants, bars and taverns that they no longer should be collecting a half-percent King County food and beverage sales tax.

The Kent International Festival will return for its fourth year June 16 at Town Square Plaza.

Kent International Festival seeks vendors, performers

The fourth annual Kent International Festival is now taking applications for performers, vendors and fashion show participants.

  • Mar 27, 2012
  • BY Wire Service
The Kent International Festival will return for its fourth year June 16 at Town Square Plaza.

Kent residents can put out extra garbage, yard waste April 2-6

Kent residents can put out extra garbage and yard waste during the week of April 2-6.

  • Mar 27, 2012
  • BY Wire Service

Kent Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser March 31 at ShoWare Center

The Kent Rotary Club's annual fundraiser is Saturday, March 31 at the ShoWare Center.

  • Mar 27, 2012
  • BY Wire Service

Kent man dies in two-vehicle crash on Interstate 405 in Tukwila

A 20-year-old Kent man died from injuries suffered in a two-vehicle crash at about 1:04 a.m. Saturday, March 24 along southbound Interstate 405 in Tukwila, just north of I-5.

King County Sheriff Sue Rahr will resign March 31 to take a new job.

County Council recognizes King County Sheriff Sue Rahr for 30-plus years of service

The Metropolitan King County Council on Monday recognized King County Sheriff Sue Rahr and thanked her for three decades of service to the people of King County.

  • Mar 26, 2012
  • BY Wire Service
King County Sheriff Sue Rahr will resign March 31 to take a new job.
Bicyclists can take part in the Earthworks Tour Inaugural Ride on June 2 that starts in Kent.

Kent starting point for Earthworks parks bicycle tour

Bicyclists can register for the free Earthworks Tour Inaugural Ride that starts in Kent.

Bicyclists can take part in the Earthworks Tour Inaugural Ride on June 2 that starts in Kent.

Kent food distributor Sysco recalls beef patties sent to restaurants

Sysco Seattle Inc., a Kent food distribution company, is recalling nearly 16,800 pounds of ground beef patties imported from Canada because of possible E. coli contamination.

Kent to host clock show April 1

Take a moment to check out a clock show Sunday, April 1 at Kent Commons, 525 Fourth Ave. N., presented by the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors.

  • Mar 26, 2012
  • BY Wire Service

Kentridge to host recycling day

Kentridge High School students are hosting a free electronics recycling event this Saturday.

  • Mar 26, 2012
  • BY Wire Service