July is Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Month

The City of Shoreline will hold its City Council meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 1 inside the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Slimmed-Down Version of DUI Bill Passes Through Legislature

Repeat offenders will be required to install automatic interlock devices in their vehicles as soon as charges are filed for their second DUI.

Lawmakers Reach Budget Deal in Olympia

The agreement would allow the state to avoid a major shutdown Monday.

Reactions to DOMA From Around the Puget Sound

Patch readers, local officials and other social media voices weigh in on today's Supreme Court ruling.

Metro Reports Significant Ridership Growth as Cuts Loom

The transit agency is attributing the increased demand to an improving economy.

Parking Fines Could Double in Lake Forest Park

Increased fines are one of the items on the Lake Forest Park City Council’s work session Monday, June 24.

State Parks, Early Learning Set to Close in Possible Government Shutdown

The state issued a report Thursday detailing what will happen if the Legislature fails to pass a budget by July 1. Would you be affected by any of the closures?

Take-Back Program Would Tackle 'Epidemic' Prescription Drug Abuse in King County

Drug overdoses have surpassed car crashes as the leading cause of preventable death in King County.

Changes Coming to Metro Route 304

Several Metro and Sound Transit routes will undergo service revisions this weekend.

Got Business With King County? New Shoreline Service Center Opens June 7

The Community Service Center will operate Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Inslee Announces $15 Million I-5 Bridge Replacement Plan

Inslee's bridge plan focuses on keeping traffic moving while crews construct a permanent Skagit River Bridge near Mt. Vernon, which will be 90 percent federally funded.

Do You Feel Safe on Our Local Bridges?

The I-5 bridge that collapsed Thursday wasn't deemed unsafe by highway officials—but many in Snohomish and King counties have been flagged for repairs or replacement.

WSDOT: Expect Long I-5 Backups Due to Collapsed Skagit Bridge

Travelers planning to head North on the Memorial Day Weekend are encouraged to plan alternate routes and use WSDOT's travel planning tools.

Letter to the Editor: 'Eight Years of Service is Probably Enough' for LFP's Fiene

Step Up: Shoreline Launching Million Stair Challenge Again in June

Last year residents easily surpassed the goal of 1 million steps and the city parks director is now wondering if 2 million is possible in 2013.

Who's Running for Shoreline City Council in 2013

Two of the races are contested, with Will Hall challenged by Tom Jamieson, and Christoper Roberts challenged by Michael Javorsky.

Who's Running for Lake Forest Park City Council in 2013

All but one of the four seats up for election have been vacated by the incumbents and all but one are contested races.

Community Update

ORCA Transit Cards Now Available at QFC, Safeway Stores

Young Leader Hilda Thompson to Vie for LFP Council Seat

The 22-year-old Thompson announced she plans to run for Lake Forest Park Council Position No. 1, citing the need for fresh ideas in the city.

King County Seeks Public Comment on Transit Cuts

The County Council's Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee will hold a special meeting Tuesday, May 14 to take public testimony, and residents can comment online.

Former LFP Planning Commission Member Mark Phillips to Run for City Council

A 22-year Lake Forest Park resident active on environmental issues, Phillips says it is an important time as the city begins the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan.

How Would Commercial Flight Patterns from Paine Field Impact LFP?

Paine Field in Everett has a proposal on the table to allow commercial flights in and out of the airport. The field's manager will talk at the May 9 Lake Forest Park City Council meeting about potential effects.

Shoreline Residents Spearhead Bag Ban Referendum Petition

Tom Jamieson and the Shoreline Caucus have begun a petition drive to seek repeal of Shoreline's new plastic bag ban.

John Resha Announces LFP Council Election Bid

Resha said in a press release that his top priorities are sustainable policy and financial action to support the community-centered vision and priorities of Lake Forest Park residents and businesses.

County Council's Dembowski Plans Town Halls in Shoreline, Kenmore

The council's newest member says he plans to visit every community in District 1 this year, starting May 9 in Shoreline.

Lyon Creek High Flow Bypass Project Open House on May 6

The city of Lake Forest Park will discuss the $4.3 million project to reduce flooding and erosion along the creek near Town Center.

Traffic Alert: Southbound HOV lane on Bothell Way Closed at 165th May 2-3

Crews will be replacing curbing at a new bus stop at NE 165th; two lanes of southbound traffic will remain open.

VIDEO: 'Ideological' Congress Poses Challenges to Mountains to Sound Federal Designation

US Rep. Dave Reichert (WA-8) tempered expectations at a gathering in Issaquah to announce legislation that would designate the Mountains to Sound Greenway as a National Heritage Area.

Shoreline City Council Approves Plastic Bag Ban

In a vote Monday night, the council approved an ordinance that will ban most plastic "carryout bags" in the city as of February, 2014.

Guest Opinion: Shoreline Bag Ban Not Based in Sound Science

Todd Myers, of the conservative Washington Policy Center, says some of the claims in the city of Shoreline staff report are incorrect.

All Thumbs? City of Shoreline Offering Home Improvement Consultations

On April 30 and May 30, those in need of advice on home improvement issues can get free consultations with city construction and development staff.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year in Shoreline-Lake Forest Park

Here are some eco-friendly ways to celebrate Earth Day any day, plus community events coming up this weekend in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.

The Taxman: King County Reminds Residents Property Taxes Due April 30

Monday is the deadline for federal income taxes, and the county is reminding property owners that other tax is due by the end of this month.

Shoreline to Hold Aurora Square Open House April 24

The city is inviting the public to a Master Planning open house on Wednesday, April 24 to learn more about the framework it hopes will help revitalize Aurora Square.

State Sen. Maralyn Chase Coming to Shoreline, Edmonds This Weekend

The 32nd District Democrat will answer questions at the Shoreline City Council Chambers on April 14 and a day earlier at the Edmonds Senior Center on April 13.

Expect Delays on Ballinger Way

The Lake Forest Park Water District will be replacing a pressure reducing station on Ballinger Way near NE 175th Street.

King County Restores Recycling Services at Shoreline Transfer Station

Funding for the program will come from the new solid-waste rate that went into effect on Jan. 1.

Firefighters' Leaders Flame Kirkland Over Medic One Levy Reauthorization

Leaders of Northshore and four other firefighters' union locals say Kirkland is stalling reauthorization King County's highly regarded Medic One system. But Kirkland officials say they just want minor changes.

Affair-Related Lawsuit Against Bothell Mayor Dismissed

Married Bothell Mayor Mark Lamb, who admitted a sexual relationship with a former law firm employee, has had a related lawsuit against him dismissed.