Redmond Historical Society marks milestones amid many changes

Group celebrates 15 years of walking tours, which give glimpses into community’s colorful past.

Welcoming Week brings together community for education and conversation

Eastside cities are joining the regional Welcoming Week program to support their diverse communties.

Redmond’s Downtown Park is now open

The grand opening event included a ribbon cutting, community picnic, a performance by Lucia Neare’s Theatrical Wonders and more.

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Lash Lounge now open in Redmond, Bellevue

Longtime Eastside resident Richard Eastern opened the two locations in August.

Photos courtesy of Trooper Rick Johnson

Troopers seek hit and run suspect, call on public for help

The Washington State Patrol asked locals for any information to identify the vehicle and suspect.

King County

County officials warn of more HIV transmissions among homeless drug users

A group of eight recently homeless and heterosexual injection-drug users in north King County were diagnosed with HIV by county… Continue reading

Oktoberfest returns to Kirkland September 21 to 23.

Oktoberfest in Kirkland is the Seattle area’s largest authentic German Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest returns to Kirkland, Washington this weekend for three epic days of cold bier (beer), hot sausages and plenty of… Continue reading

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Strumming before running for Redmond Mustang

Redmond High junior runner William Hartman strums his guitar as some teammates follow him before a cross country meet on Continue reading...

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Lake Washington students continue to score well above state average on state assessments

Work continues to ensure every student is successful.

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Making connections, winning volleyball matches

Overlake girls responding well to challenges.

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and Crisis Connections is joining with community partners to help others learn about resources that can help during times of crisis.

In spite of rising rates of suicide, what can you do to help?

According to the Center for Disease Control’s monthly report Vital Signs, suicide rates rose by 25.4% in the US from Continue reading...

News
Clara Barton Elementary School entrance. Photo courtesy of LWSD.

Two new elementary schools open in Redmond

New schools provide space for 690 students each; eases overcrowding in LWSD.

 

Cirque du Soleil dazzles the audience with its latest show “VOLTA,” at Marymoor Park. Madison Miller/staff photo.

Cirque du Soleil premieres ‘VOLTA’ in Redmond

The show premiered Sept. 7 and will conclude Nov. 4.

 

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Redmond defeated Lake Washington, 10-7, in the Mustangs’ first home game of the football season on Friday night. Redmond is 1-2 this season. Courtesy of Redmond Football Twitter

Redmond beats LW, 10-7 / Football

Redmond defeated Lake Washington, 10-7, in the Mustangs’ first home game of the football season last Friday night. Redmond is… Continue reading

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Redmond unleashes some ‘firepower’ on the volleyball court

Mustangs are led by hitters Holmen and Ferch.

 

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Life

Improving supply helps slow escalating home prices

A look at the regional real estate market.

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Moving Art Center hosts concert series at Downtown Park

There will be three performances for the next three Thursdays.

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Their I-940 made the ballot, but not the version they prefer | Editorial

A much-divided state Supreme Court blew up an unusual compromise when it concluded that Initiative 940, which would rewrite Washington Continue reading...

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Why do we ignore the Sammamish River Trail? | Letter

Why do we ignore the Sammamish River Trail? The Sammamish River is a natural focal point of Redmond. King County Continue reading...

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Season 2, episode 8

The man on Iron Mountain

Chuck Pillon has been living on a 10-acre junk-filled property near Renton for decades.

 

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Safe consumption part 3: The opposite of addiction

Final episode of our three-part series on controversial supervised consumption sites

 

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Meet Crisis Connections: The Real Connection between Seattle’s Crisis Clinic and the Community

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Domestic violence IS preventable: July 21’s Refuse To Abuse 5k is a unique run/walk through every level of Safeco Field, from the players’ tunnel to the final lap around the field.

LifeWire provides a lifeline for woman fleeing abuse

Refuse to Abuse 5K at Safeco Field raises funds and awareness to fight domestic violence

 

Join the July 21 Refuse To Abuse 5k, a joint event from the Seattle Mariners and the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

Survivor shares message of strength: Domestic violence is preventable

Lace up for the Refuse to Abuse 5k, July 21 at Safeco Stadium

 

The Refuse to Abuse 5k, at Safeco Field July 21, supports the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Ben VanHouten photo

Step out – and onto Safeco Field! – to help put an end to domestic violence

Start the discussion and register today for the Refuse to Abuse 5K

 

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Office space across the Eastside is in short supply. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo

Office space is still tight on the Eastside

That hasn’t stopped Google and Facebook from looking to expand.

 

Shelby, John and Michele Julum (left to right) are hoping to launch the Big Block Brewing’s second taproom in Redmond by the week of July 23. Aaron Kunkler/Staff photo

Big Block Brewing looking to open in Redmond soon

The Sammamish-based brewery is expanding into the old Hi-Fi Brewing location.

 

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