Shoreline Hires New Administrative Services Director

Robert Hartwig has been selected by city manager Julie Underwood for the job vacated by Debbie Tarry, the current assistant city manager

LFP Police Blotter: Sensitive Ross Dress for Less Alarm Triggered by Janitors Again

The following blotter items and information from Dec. 19 through 21 were selected from the Lake Forest Park Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

Bites Nearby: Gabriel's Fire Serves Up Authentic Barbeque in the North End

Situated just north of Shoreline on 244th St. S.W. in Mountlake Terrace, the Slimp brothers recently moved from the restaurant here from Ballard

Shoreline and LFP Would Be In McDermott's 7th Congressional District Under New Plan

Redistricting plan carves up 1st District, now held by departing Jay Inslee, into a toss up between Republicans and Democrats

Are You Really Good to Go with 520 Tolling Thursday? Some Drivers May be Surprised

Even if you've purchased your pass for tolling on the 520 bridge which starts today , some motorists who purchased cards from local grocery stores need to ensure that their accounts are activated.

Shoreline Police Blotter: Dead Animal Found on Hood of Car

The following blotter items from Dec. 19 - Dec. 25 and information on arrests were supplied by the Shoreline Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

Candle Causes Fire in Ridgecrest Townhouse

No one was injured and damage was minimal

POLL: State's Minimum Wage to Increase 37 Cents, to $9.04, on Jan. 1

Washington's minimum wage applies to workers in both agriculture and non-agricultural jobs, although 14- and 15-year-olds may be paid 85 percent of the minimum wage, which is $7.37.

Shoreline Community College Introduces Mobile Apps

Shoreline CC first community college in the state to launch full-featured apps for Apple and Android mobile devices

Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Western Washington

The advisory is for 6 p.m. Tuesday to 4 a.m. Wednesday.

King Tides Arrive in Richmond Beach, Continue Through Thursday

The tide occurs naturally when the sun and the moon align, causing an increased gravitational pull on the Earth’s oceans.

King County Solid Waste Fees Going Up Jan. 1 About 82 Cents Per Month

Rate goes from $95 to $109 per ton to help upgrade transfer stations, remains among lowest in the region, according to King County

Edmonds Man, Convicted of Drunk Driving Six Times, Arrested on Felony DUI in Shoreline

Scott Harrison Astel is being held in King County Jail on $250,000 bail

Frugal Family: Prepare for Your Big Purchases of 2012

Tips, Tricks and Secrets to Saving Your Family Money

Celebrating the True Meaning of Christmas in a Far Away Land

Soldiers get into the Christmas spirit when far from home.

Christmas Power Outages Pepper Shoreline and LFP

Most power restored by this evening but some areas still without power

Shiny New iPhone? There's a Patch App for That

Patch goes where you go with mobile apps for iPhone and Android phones.

What's Open and Closed Christmas Weekend

A short list of holiday changes in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park

LFP Police Blotter: Grinch Steals Amazon Box From Front Porch of Home

The following blotter items and information from Dec. 6 through Dec. 18 were selected from the Lake Forest Park Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

Green Shield II

A follow-up on last week's piece.

City of Shoreline Holding Recreation Guide Cover Image Contest

Images can be submitted online at www.shorelinewa.gov/photos or by dropping off a disc at Shoreline City Hall or Spartan Recreation Center by Friday, January 27, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

Burke-Gilman Trail from Log Boom Park to Ballinger Way Opens at Noon Today

New 0.7 mile section features wider pavement plus new lighting, improved road crossings, fencing and other safety upgrades

Shoreline Man Reports Fake Home Invasion Robbery to Conceal Theft

Man pawned his aunt's property

VIDEO: Gonzales Pleads Not Guility to Rape, Burglary Charges

Man accused of breaking into a Echo Lake apartment and raping 12-year-old girl he did not know is arraigned in King County Superior Court Thursday

New on Shoreline-LFP Patch: A Neighborhood Gallery and Traffic and Gas Prices Map

Take our new gallery and our new Traffic and Gas prices map for a spin.

How Far Away Have You Been For the Holiday?

Home is where the heart is, have you been far from home for the holiday?

Seattle, King County Receive More Than $21.8 Million in Federal Homeless Assistance Grants

Renewal funding supports homeless housing and services countywide

Shoreline Police Blotter: Man Exposes Himself to Baristas at Java Jolt

The following blotter items from Dec. 11 - Dec. 17 and information on arrests were supplied by the Shoreline Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

Should Shoreline Ban Plastic Bags?

Edmonds, Bellingham and Mukilteo already ban plastic bags, is Shoreline or Lake Forrest Park next?

Einstein Band Director Elected to Washington Music Educators Hall of Fame

Shoreline's own Frank Halferty recognized for long-term contribution to music in Washington.

Shorewood Teacher Honored as Top Photography Educator

Local educator first high school teacher to receive award

Shorecrest Fire Under Investigation

No known connection to weekend nail salon fire.

Keep Away the Winter Crazies, Stay Sane During Winter Break

Ideas for entertaining and having fun with your kids over winter break.

Firefighters Extinguish Arson at Ridgecrest Hair Salon

No injuries reported in fire set Sunday night

Soulful Sounds of Christmas at Shoreline CC Introduces Judah Song

Seattle gospel pioneer Cora Jackson and her group Judah Song joins soloist Nichol Venee' Eskridge at the 23rd annual event at Shoreline CC's PUB

VIEWFINDER: After 16 Years, LFP Says Goodbye to Mayor Dave

The longest tenured mayor in Lake Forest Park and currently in King County made indelible mark on Lake Forest Park and region

Da Vinci Surgical Robot Debuts at Swedish/Edmonds Open House

Robotics students from King's and visitors got to try out the new robot at Swedish/Edmonds that will be assisting surgeons in the operating room. Robot-assisted surgery is said to be less invasive, less painful and reduce the risk of complications.

2011 Holiday Basket Drive Serves Record Number of Families

This Saturday at Kellogg Middle School, the Shoreline PTA, Shoreline Fire Department, Hopelink, local Rotary Club joined forces with volunteers to deliver 547 boxes of food to families in need.

The Green Shield

A putative certification for auto shops.

MLS Standout George John Has Number Retired by Shorewood

George John just completed his third season with FC Dallas.