Ford of Kirkland Benefit for Boys & Girls Club on Nov. 15

The ‘Go Further with Ford Night’ Combines Fusion, Fundraising and American Idol in a benefit for the Boys & Girls Club of Kirkland.

Bay Area Startup PaperG Opens Kirkland Engineering Center

A fast ad campaign company, PaperG will employ up to 25 engineers at the new Kirkland office and says it will find a great market for tech talent in the Seattle area, which it see as the "new Silicon Valley."

Start it Up: Bring Your Bright Idea to Kirkland Startup Weekend Nov. 9-11

The event organized by the Chamber of Commerce is at the Woodmark Hotel and is designed to help stimulate technology business in Kirkland.

Ste. Michelle Supporting "Raise a Glass, Fund a Scholarship"

Since the program started in 2008, over $200,000 has been raised for future wine industry professional scholarships, according to Chateau Ste. Michelle.

Redmond's Root Connection Named King County Small Business of the Year

The Root Connection CSA Farm near Woodinville has been named King County’s 2012 Rural Small Business of the Year.

Trick or Treat: Ghouls, Ghosts, Goblins Invited Downtown Halloween Night

Dozens of businesses at Parkplace Center and along Park Lane, Kirkland Ave, Central Way and Lake Street will be welcoming trick-or-treating kids on the evening of Halloween.

"Muttmixer" Party Planned for Woodmark's Retiring Labradoodle Woody

The award-winning hotel at Carillon Point is planning a proper Halloween-themed sendoff on Oct. 30 for its lovable pooch Woody.

Redhook in Woodinville to Host Haunted Brewery Bash

The Halloween celebration at Redhook in Woodinville includes two floors of entertainment and a costume contest.

Conde Nast Traveler Ranks Kirkland's Heathman 88th Best Hotel in the World

Downtown Kirkland's boutique hotel earns big accolades in Conde Nast Traveler magazine's 25th annual survey of readers.

Stocks Jump for Kirkland's Clearwire On News of Sprint-Softbank Merger

The Japanese Company Softbank announces its $20 billion purchase of 70 percent of Clearwire's partner Sprint Nextel.

Woodinville's Brickyard Brewing to Hold Grand Opening Oct. 19-20

Brickyard Brewing will hold a grand opening of its new tap room in Woodinville with a ribbon cutting, food, prizes, tours and live music.

Boeing Announces Largest Order Ever Placed By Alaska Airlines

The largest order in the airline's history provides Alaska the most fuel-efficient single-aisle airplanes available.

New Business: Crush Footwear Celebrates Opening on Kirkland Ave

City Councilwoman Penny Sweet cuts the ribbon as Chamber of Commerce leaders celebrate the opening of the women's shoe store downtown at 339 Kirkland Avenue.

Tully's Files for Bankruptcy Protection, Plans to Close Bridle Trails Store

The announcement comes just days after the company shut the doors at its Redmond Town Center location.

Volterra Kirkland Begins Serving Lunch and Launches its Happy Hour

The newest addition to Kirkland's lively dining scene began serving lunch on Monday and opened its happy hour last week, featuring cocktails by well-known Seattle chef and foodie Kathy Casey.

Kirkland Media: Patch to Join Chamber Panel Discussion Oct. 9

Kirkland Patch editor Greg Johnston and Kirkland Reporter editor Carrie Wood will talk about how our city gets and shares its news at the Chamber of Commerce's luncheon meeting on Tuesday at Carillon Point's Woodmark Hotel. Please join us!

New Brewery Plans to Open in Redmond Early Next Year

Hi-Fi Brewing will be located in an office park off Northeast 95th Street near Black Raven.

Happy National Coffee Day! Tell Us How You Take Your Cup

Cream? Sugar? Hazelnut? Pumpkin spice? Give a shout out to your favorite cup of joe, or favorite server.

Kirkland's CoroWare Launches Joint Venture in Construction Robotics

The Market Street company is partnering with ARiCON and a private investor to pursue automation and robotics in the construction industry.

Celebrity Chef Tour

Dining Bytes: Menus, News at Kirkland's Great Restaurants Turning With Fall

Find out what's happening now at DERU Market, Trellis, Lucia, Bin, Cafe Juanita and Volterra.

Redmond Arts Group to Host Holiday Market in Vacant Borders Location

The art shop will be the latest production in an ongoing partnership between VALA Eastside and Redmond Town Center.

Mercer Island Mansion Sells for $21.6 Million

Likely to be the most expensive home sale in Washington state for 2012, the sale could mean a $100,000 windfall for cash-strapped City Hall.

'Earth's Best' Organic Soy Baby Formula Pulled from Shelves at Fred Meyer, QFC

Earth's Best brand of organic soy baby formula has been pulled from the shelves of Fred Meyer and QFC after a Kirkland resident bought a container and realized a cheaper brand's label was underneath.

Where to Buy the iPhone 5 Near Kirkland

Apple’s much-anticipated new iPhone is set to debut Friday, Sept. 21.

Redmond's JJ Mahoney's to Double Space With Addition

The popular Irish pub will get roomier this winter by adding 1,500 square feet to its space in the Bella Bottega Shopping Center.

Autism Therapy Center Takes Over Redmond Space Left by Orange Blossom Society

Foundations for Learning & Behavior serves children with autism out of an old craftsman home in downtown Redmond.

Happy Hour Gem: Juanita Village's Oto Sushi Balances Flavors, Your Budget

Stick to the sushi and nigiri at Oto Sushi's happy hour for a delicious deal.

Bonnie Raitt Speaks After Chateau Ste. Michelle Concert Cut Short

This morning, musician Bonnie Raitt posted a message to fans who attended the shortened Chateau Ste. Michelle concert Sunday night.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Aquires Woodinville's O Wines

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates officials: 'We will continue to donate a portion of the proceeds from wine sales to fund scholarships for low income, high potential youth.'

Redhook Sausage Fest to Feature Cold War Kids, Portugal The Man

The annual event will bring music, beer and meat to Woodinville on Sept. 22.

Ribbons Cut: Volterra Brings Tuscan Cuisine to Downtown Kirkland

Chef Don Curtiss and managing partner Michelle Quisenberry open their second Volterra location, downtown on Kirkland Ave.

Update: No Refunds for Bonnie Raitt Concert at Chateau Ste. Michelle

Many of the 4,500 or so people who attended a show at the winery Sunday night were disappointed when a power outage ended the main performance.

Kirkland Albertson's to Close, Says Report

Kirkland location among 60 Albertson's to close nationwide.

Puget Sound Area Massage Envy Clinics & Spas Host Healing Hands for Arthritis

On Sept. 19, $10 from every massage or facial benefits the Arthritis Foundation; Free massages at select locations for those living with arthritis

Kirkland Record Store Vortex Music Offers Spins Down Memory Lane

Vortex Music & Movies draws customers in with vinyl from classic rock to new releases.

PET OF THE WEEK: Birthday Bash on Saturday for Aging Dog House Cat

The Market Street pet food store Dooley's is celebrating feline Phoebe's alleged 20th birthday with a fundraising fun event.

Milagro Cantina Earning Its Niche as Kirkland's Hot Spot For Dining

The Lake Street restaurant's cool-kid persona is drawing in customers and the great food keeps them coming back for more.

HOUSE HUNT: Open Houses Around Kirkland This Weekend

Including homes on Finn Hill and Rose Hill ranging from $419,750 to $874,900.

Where to Find the Best Hamburgers in Kirkland

We've scoured the city sampling this quintessential American fare and the results are in -- Kidd Valley gets the nod.