Impacts of a Town Center Plan

The process of developing a good Town Center Plan is a good opportunity to engage in a larger conversation about creating a sustainable economy.

Home Sale Prices Affected by Solar Study finds

A recent study by the Berkley lab shows homes with Photo Voltaic installed sell for a higher price than homes without in a small sampling in California.

Movie Theater v. Home Theater

Going to the movies? Here's something to think about...

Shoreline Council to Vote on Aurora Square Renewal and Marriage Equality Tonight

Council also has resolution on agenda to support approval Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) Levy on Nov. 6 ballot

Point Wells Update: Urban Village Ordinances to Come Before Snohomish County Council in Sept.

The Court of Appeals hearing regarding the “vesting” status of the developers Urban Center development application has been set for mid-November

Delegates from Shoreline and Edmonds Attending Democratic National Convention

Five delegates from the 32nd District are in Charlotte this week

Labor Day: What’s Open, What’s Closed

Labor Day is Monday September 3; here is a list of what's open and closed and holiday bus routes

Shoreline Water District Holding Public Hearing on SPU Water System Acquisition, Sept. 5

Come express your views at a public hearing on Wednesday as the Shoreline Water District decides what position to take on the city of Shoreline's proposition asking residents to approve the purchase

Where We Live: Gestalt

Sustainability is a lot more than trees and hybrids

Headed Out to Play for Labor Day? King County Maps Pesticide-Free Spaces

The new tool lets people find places that use little or no pesticides in an effort to improve health.

Residential Burglaries in Shoreline Up 52 Percent in 2012 So Far From Last Year

Many burglars gained access to homes through unlocked doors or windows. Police encourage residents to be alert and take preventative measures to curb burglary trends

Local Paralympians Compete in London

Five athletes with ties to Western Washington are representing Team USA.

Pedal Power: Redmond Family's Bike Cars Take Cycling to a New Level

What began as a fifth-grade science fair project for his daughter has turned into an ongoing hobby for Barry Swanson and his family.

Crest Cinema Center Movie Times: Aug. 31-Sept. 5

See what's playing at Shoreline's only movie theater!

Blue Moon Ends the Month

A Blue Moon — the second full moon within a month — will rise on Friday night.

Small Business Savvy: Owners of Towne Centre Hardware Sell a Bit of Everything With a Twist

With a newly added liquor section, brothers Joe and Tim Uhrich are willing to put just about anything on their shelves

Shorecrest Gym Nearly Complete, Volleyball Team Will Open Season There Sept. 10

Some finish work remains, but Shorecrest volleyball team is practicing in the new gym

LFP Police Blotter: Dancers at Déja Vu Found Grinding on Patrons Warned for Violating Distance Rule

The following blotter items and information from Aug. 20, 2012 through Aug. 26, 2012 were selected from the Lake Forest Park Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction. Please note missing dates means nothing to report.

Readers' Choice: The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Winners

See who Patch readers picked as the best of Shoreline

FBI, Seattle Streets Task Force, King County Sheriff's Office, Other Local Agencies Target Major Narcotics Distribution Ring

Police arrested more than 20 defendants Tuesday alleging they trafficked and distributed thousands of oxycodone pills.

State Test Scores Reported; Shoreline Schools Show Improvement in Some Areas

Math scores improve in grades three through eight

Girl, 4, Dies After Accidental Strangulation with Jump Rope

A 4-year-old Sammamish girl died Tuesday night, Aug. 28, after apparently accidentally strangling herself with a jumprope at Samantha Smith Elementary, the King County Sheriff's Office said.

Win Tickets to the Puyallup Fair, 'Get Your Happy On!'

Patch is giving away dozens of tickets to the Puyallup Fair. Just sign up for a free email newsletter below for a chance to win.

Smith on Politics: 46th Legislative District Shows How Top-Two Primary is Working

Some easy fixes for the top-two system

Greatest Person: Shorecrest Student Bikes Cross Country to Raise Money for Clean Water in Developing Countries

Wylie Mao met a personal goal and a fundraising goal to help bring clean water to those less fortunate

Quiz Tells You Whether Obama or Romney Best Matches Your Stance

This online free quiz takes an in-depth look at your stance on a range of issues, then compares them to candidates' responses.

UPDATE: Richmond Beach Saltwater Park Now Open, Arson Believed to be Cause of Fire

The fire came close to a restroom at the beach and a picnic shelter

Shoreline Police Blotter: Man Sneaks Out of Rite Aid With 14 Bottles of Tequila

The following blotter items range from Aug. 19 2012 - August 22 2012. Information on arrests is supplied by the Shoreline Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

"Two Scoops" Moore Concert Caps Off Piano Time in Shoreline

Eric "Two Scoops" Moore is well regarded on the local blues music scene.

Food Lifeline Receives Allen Family Foundation Grant

Food Lifeline is the largest nonprofit food distributor in the state of Washington.

Shoreline Parents, Does Your Teen Smoke Weed? What Do You Do?

April Mathison ordered her 13-year-old son, Brandon, to wear a yellow sign with the following message: "Smoked Pot, got caught. Don't I look cool? Not." Was it appropriate?

Brush Fire Burns at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park

The cause of the Monday night blaze wasn't immediately clear.

Shoreline Police Blotter: Person Uses Baby Carriage to Sneak Liquor

The following blotter items range from Aug. 23 2012 - August 25 2012. Information on arrests is supplied by the Shoreline Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

New York Chef Highlights SCC Dental Hygiene Gala

Tickets for the fundraiser are $85 if purchased before September 4.

Shoreline Man Killed in Idaho ATV Accident

Eric Buckmaster suffered fatal injuries after overturning his ATV on a gravel road in Northern Idaho.

Snell, Rankin, and Robbins Continue Climb Through Minor Leagues

The Shorewood (Snell), and Shorecrest (Rankin and Robbins) products are working their way up the minor league ladder.

Boeing Creek Basin Plan Open House Tuesday

The Boeing Creek Basin takes up much of the western half of Shoreline.

Moving Target

Roundup of recent transportation news

Over 500 Families Turn Out for Back To School Event

Registration for the event, that offers free school supplies, clothing, and haircuts, was up nearly 10% from last year.

4 Arrested after Sunset Elementary Break-In

The old Sunset Elementary site has remained primarily vacant since the school closed in 2007.