Fall Fun: Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches

Although most patches don't open until October, it's never too early to start planning those fun fall weekends at local farms. Tell us your favorite in the comments.

Pet of the Week: Ben the Shepherd Mix

Ben's a 5-year-old walking buddy looking for a forever home. Could it be yours?

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.

Suicide Prevention Fund Established in Memory of Sammamish Teen

The family of Christian Knudsen, who took his life on Aug. 25, has created the Christian Knudsen Life Fund to help train youth professionals to address teen suicide, and community members are helping raise money for the fund.

Pet of the Week: Samantha Jones the Australian Shepherd

Samantha is a playful 1-year-old dog rescued from a puppy mill and up for adoption through Motley Zoo Animal Rescue.

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.

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

What makes Redmond so great? Tell us in the comments section.

Pet of the Week: Snoop the Cat

This affectionate feline is up for adoption through Redmond-based Motley Zoo Animal Rescue.

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.

GALLERY: Record Number of Redmond Neighbors Celebrate National Night Out

More than 50 block parties were held around the city on Tuesday as part of a nationwide crime prevention initiative.

Pet of the Week: Yuki the Border Collie Mix

This deaf pup is looking for a family that can help address his special set of needs.

Pet of the Week: Button is an Older dog Looking for a New Home

This 8-year-old female Chihuahua is hoping to find a forever home.

YES Hosts Teen Suicide Prevention Forum in Kirkland

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.

'Almost Live' Alumni Pat Cashman and John Keister Respond to Return Rumors

Pat Cashman and John Keister of classic Seattle TV show "Almost Live" respond to rumors, via a YouTube video.

Pet of the Week: Happy Go Lucky Puppy Adjusting to Life on Three Legs

Lucky the pit bull mix is on his way to recovery after being hit by a car two months ago.

'The Club' Teen Center Now Open in Bellevue

The new Bellevue Boys and Girls Clubs facility has about 9,000 square feet of recreational space aimed at high school students.

'The (206)' Looks Almost Like 'Almost Live'

The YouTube trailers for 'The (206)' features 'Almost Live' alumni John Keister and Pat Cashman, but there are no details yet on what the trailers preview. The classic local show used to skewer Redmond, Seattle and anything else in the Northwest.

Readers’ Choice Poll: What’s the Best Spot for a Memorial Day Barbecue in Redmond?

Vote in our poll and let us know in the comments.

MamaCon is Friday and Saturday! Drop by the Free Friday Preview (and 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 held May 18-19 at the Hilton Bellevue.

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.

About Town: 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.

Monthly Park Cleanup Program Returns this Saturday

The City of Redmond is partnering with Fonterra to sponsor seven work parties this spring, summer and fall.

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

Two-time defending champion Hancock Bakery of Redmond is facing Kirkland's Guild Mortgage 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 nine years ago, addressed donors at a fundraising breakfast for Youth Eastside Services.

Readers' Choice Poll: What's Your Favorite Preschool in Redmond?

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 is your favorite.

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.