Letter: We Must Build Peace Through Interfaith Dialogue

Rev. Marian Stewart of Kirkland's Northlake Unitarian Church invites those of all faiths to join for an interfaith picnic this Saturday at Grasslawn Park in Redmond.

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Channel Your Inner Zombie at Kirkland’s Thriller Dance Classes

Kirkland Parks is taking signups for classes to get you ready for a Zombie Dance Party in Redmond on Oct. 27.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Kirkland, Puget Sound Region

Critical fire conditions are likely from 5 a.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Redmond Breast Cancer Survivor Taking on 60-Mile Walk for Cure

Patti Margeson, wife of Redmond City Council member Hank Margeson, is participating in the three-day event to raise awareness and encourage other women to get screened.

Fashion for a Cause Event at Neiman Marcus to Benefit EvergreenHealth

Wednesday night event at Bellevue's Neiman Marcus will benefit EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center.

It's Here! Issaquah Trolley Arrives

The Issaquah History Museums welcomed Engine #519, and is still looking for volunteers to help keep it all operational.

Paul Allen Foundation Donates $100,000 to Hopelink Food Banks

The money will be used to provide 270,000 pounds of fresh fruit and vegetables to more than 900 families over the next two years.

Send Us Your Dog Pictures! Dog Lovers Team Up for National Dog Day

Sunday is National Dog Day. What will you do to celebrate man's best friend?

Kirkland-Based Imagine Housing Awarded $15,000 Grant

The Bank of America Charitable Foundation awarded the grant toward the non-profit's mission of developing affordable housing on the Eastside.

Money Magazine Names Redmond Fifth-Best Place to Live in US

The publication's annual list compares the quality of life in America's smaller cities.

Renton Vigil Planned to Remember Wisconsin Sikh Temple Shooting Victims

The public is invited to the gathering Saturday at the Gurudwara Singh Sabha of Washington.

KITH Director Jan Dickerman Retiring

Since 2008 Dickerman has directed Kirkland's housing service agency, developing its Case Management Program and strengthening its programs to provide homes for families in transition.

Kirkland Teen Suicides Prompt Prevention Forum at City Hall July 25

The longtime local agency Youth Eastside Services will conduct the forum to teach parents how to recognize signs and take steps to prevent such tragedies.

Then & Now: Time Running Out for Kirkland's Historic Ferry Clock?

Years ago the clock that stood at Kirkland Ave and Lake Street for decades stopped at 1:33, and last year it was taken down. Now a group of citizens wants to restore Kirkland's last vestige of the Lake Washington ferry era.

Kirkland Fireworks and Fourth of July Festivities Ready for Launch

The fireworks should be better this year and residents partaking of the parade and other events are being asked to bring food donations for Hopelink.

Kirkland Joins Summer Feeding Program for Kids

Beginning July 10, the city will be serving free sack lunches to kids 18 and younger weekly at 132nd Square Park, an effort to assure proper nutrition during the school break.

Celebrate Kirkland - July 4th: Needs your help

City looking for help to keep annual Fourth of July celebration alive.

Latter-Day Pioneer Nona Ganz has a Passion for Parks

With her love of nature and her pioneering spirit, avid outdoorswoman Nona Ganz has been a tireless advocate for Kirkland parks for 40 years. This November, she hopes that voters will once again put parks before pocketbooks.

Gallery: Hundreds Ride to End Homelessness in '7 Hills of Kirkland'

More than 1,000 riders cycled around Kirkland Monday during the traditional Memorial Day ride that supports KITH -- the Kirkland Interfaith Transitions in Housing.

MamaCon Today, Tomorrow, Drop by Free Friday Preview, Say Hi to Patch

The MamaCon conference, started by Seattle-area moms Amy Lang and Kim Estes, will be in Bellevue from May 18 to May 19 at the Hilton Bellevue.

MamaCon Event in Bellevue Offers Workshops, Fun for Modern Moms

The MamCon conference, started by Seattle-area moms Amy Lang and Kim Estes, will be in Bellevue from May 18 to May 19 at the Hilton Bellevue.

CONTEST: Is Your Mother the Best Mom in Kirkland?

Give her an early Mother's Day treat by telling us why your Mom rocks! Upload a photo andf let us know for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to a fine local restaurant.

Redmond Woman Helps Divorced Eastsiders Adjust to Single Life

Yuriko Nichols runs a Meetup group that helps separated and divorced Eastsiders develop a new social network. Divorced after 29 years of marriage, she knows what it’s like to start over.

Evergreen Gala Raises $1.1 Million for Women's Health Services

Proceeds of the annual fundraiser will benefit Evergreen Hospital's Breast Health Center, adding advanced 3D screening and diagnostic technology onboard its mobile mammography coach.

Marine From Tacoma Dies on Second Tour of Afghanistan

Lance Cpl. Ramon T. Kaipat, 22, died Wednesday while conducting combat operations in the Helmand province.

Edmonds' Frog Lady to Show How to Make Backyards Amphibian Friendly

Thayer Cueter of Just Frogs and Friends Amphibian Center will give presentation at Willow Creek Hatchery in Edmonds this Sunday.

Party Time! Classic Rockers Playing Celebrate Kirkland Benefit

The classic rock band Wickerman will play April 20 at the Eagles Hall to raise money for Kirkland's Fourth of July festivities.

It's Kirkland vs. Redmond in Final of March Can Drive

Kirkland's Guild Mortgage is facing two-time defending champion Hancock Bakery of Redmond in the finals of the drive to stock Hopelink food banks.

Elizabeth Smart Shares Story of Survival at YES 'Invest in Youth' Breakfast

Elizabeth Smart, whose story made national headlines when she was rescued from her kidnappers 9 years ago, addressed donors at a fundraising breakfast for Youth Eastside Services.

520 Update: Bridge Reopens After Cables Repair, Overpass Demolished

WSDOT crews repaired two damaged floating bridge cable connections found last week, and the old Evergreen Point Road overpass was demolished. The bridge is slated to be open by 5 a.m. Monday

Tuxes and Tails, the Gala Fundraiser for Seattle Humane, Tickets on Sale

Tickets are on sale for Tuxes and Tails, a gala fundraising event that benefits the animals in Seattle Humane's care.

Reader's Choice: What's Your Favorite Preschool in Kirkland?

Your kids are too precious to choose a preschool without a lot of thought and research. Please share your experiences and tell us which one in town you chose.

Local Businesses Compete in 'March Can Madness' Food Drive for Hopelink

The annual food drive invites companies to go head-to-head and see who can collect the most cans of food during the month of March.