King County Sheriff's Office 'Guardian One' Out Of Service

A backup helicopter will be used in place of Guardian One until repairs are made.

Resolution Idea: Help Spruce Up Blue Heron Park in Lake Forest Park

The community cleanup is planned Jan. 12.

Ridgecrest Association: Help Us Reach 2012 Food Donation Goal for Hopelink

Donations can be dropped off at Cafe Aroma on NE 165th through Monday.

3 People Have Died From Influenza in State, Including 2 in King County

The State Health Department is reporting that a Pierce County boy died in December. The two other deaths involved elderly residents from King County.

I'll Take a Tall McSteamy, With Whip

Actor Patrick Dempsey says he wants to buy Tully's, which has a shop inside Top Food and Drug in Shoreline.

Froyo: Menchie's Gateway Is Open for Mixing on Friday in Shoreline

Free yogurt for all on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

How Do You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions?

We have five tips to help you keep your resolve. What's on your list for 2013?

Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Minimum Wage and Other New Laws Ahead for 2013

Here’s a sampling of new laws, rules and other government changes that kick in with the new year.

Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Patch's Most Popular Stories of 2012

Death of former Shorewood student included.

Eight-Cent Gas Tax Hike Proposed by King County Executive

Dow Constantine and the Sound Cities Association, which includes Shoreline and Lake Forest Park, are asking the Legislature to help "solve our statewide transportation crisis."

Sinkhole Closes Road in Lake Forest Park

It's on NE 195th Street between 35th Ave NE and 34th Ave NE.

Seahawks Players at Bellevue Bar Where Man Was Shot Dead

Bellevue Police continue to look for the shooter in the early morning incident at Munchbar in Bellevue Square.

Christmas: What's Open, What's Closed

Christmas is Tuesday and is recognized as a federal holiday. Here's what you need to know to get around the week of Christmas.

House Hunt: Waterfront Living With a Beach in Lake Forest Park

In this weekly feature, Patch puts the spotlight on some local properties for sale. Got your own home? Let us know and we'll post a free listing.

Kids' Stuff In Shoreline and Lake Forest Park

Go ahead: Take advantage of these entertainment opportunities!

Three Shoreline Residents Recommended for King County Council Vacancy

They are among five names chosen by a citizens committee.

Church Burglar Identified and Arrested in Shoreline

Taken in burglaries were microphones, music and sound equipment, and cash, among other times.

NRA Calls for 'Armed Security' Around Schools

"The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun," the NRA's Wayne LaPierre said.

On Parenting: Gender and Toys

Do you make an effort to get your kids gender-neutral toys? Or is the recent fuss over pink Easy Bake Ovens an overreaction?

Two Arrests in Thefts From Cars Parked at Dale Turner Family YMCA

Shoreline police detective catches suspects.

Smith on Politics: How Locals Voted on Statewide Candidates, Ballot Measures

Local voters strongly supported gay marriage, marijuana, Inslee; state more divided on gay marriage than on marijuana; Eyman says advisory votes were clear messages against taxes; 46th District Dems support three County Council applicants; Shoreline res

Looking for Last-Minute Holiday Cookie Recipes?

Make one of these for your parties this season, or share your favorite recipe with your neighbors.

How Much Is Right? A Guide to Holiday Tipping

Here are a few suggestions for tipping your hairdresser, dog walker, mailman…

Ruth Kagi Reappointed to Early Learning and Human Services Committee

“This committee’s work is more important than ever, because of the toll the great recession has had on Washington’s children and families,” Kagi said.

Tragedy at Snoqualmie Falls: Man's Death Is Ruled a Suicide

The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has ruled the death a suicide.

King County Infant Dies of Pertussis

A pertussis epidemic in the state is ongoing, according to Public Health - Seattle & King County, and is still urging pregnant mothers and family members should be immunized to protect newborns and young babies.

NRA Breaks Silence After School Shooting

"The NRA is prepared to offer meaningful contributions to help make sure this never happens again."

Puget Sound Blood Center Looking for Donors

As the need for blood supply increases over the holiday season, PSBC wants an hour of your time to donate.

WSP: Driver in Crash That Killed Lake Forest Park Man Going Too Fast

Shorecrest graduate Austin Scott was a passenger in a rollover accident on Saturday.

Shoreline Schools Superintendent: 'We Have Prepared Extensively'

Sue Walker also offers advice to parents and guardians on how to talk to their kids.

Powerful Youth-Led Social Change Event Coming in March to Seattle

Shorewood High raised more than $10,000 in the past year to support Free The Children’s international development communities in Kenya, building a new school from the ground up.

Northline Sounder Service Canceled After Mudslide in Everett

Here are your alternatives.

Fundraiser for Local Boy with Cancer

Romeo and Juliet

First Annual Holiday Stars & Strikes Celebrity Bowling Event at Spin Alley

Shorenorth Bazaar

Library Book Sale

Emerald Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker

Taking on Water with Wendy Pabich

Computer Q&A at the Commons