In Their Own Words: Meet King County Fire Protection District No. 16 Position 1 Challenger Eric Adman

Shoreline firefighter running to bring new blood to fire commission that oversees Northshore Fire Department

In Their Own Words: Meet King County Fire Protection District No. 16 Position 1 Incumbent Don Ellis

Ellis seeking fourth six-year term as Northshore Fire Department commissioner

Pet of the week - Eliza

Sweet and playful kitty

Pet of the week - Baby

Rebound rover looks for forever home

Jazz Walk Returns to North City

Fans can check out performances at 10 different venues on August 16.

Patch Picks: Local Blueberry Farms

Blueberries are just now ripe for the picking and won't be around for long. Here are some of the best local farms offering rows and rows of plump berries for even the littlest of hands to enjoy.

Seattle Police Detectives Asking for Help in Solving Hit-and-Run

Shoreline cyclist died from his injuries sustained June 28 near Dexter Avenue North

Shorecrest Students Plunge into Japanese Culture

Students from Shorecrest High School traveled to Osaka and Hiroshima Japan for 13 days to experience the Japanese culture and practice speaking the language.

In Their Own Words: Meet Lake Forest Park Mayoral Candidate Dwight Thompson

Deputy mayor seeks move up to mayor

In Their Own Words: Meet Lake Forest Park Mayoral Candidate Stan Lippmann

Frequent candidate Lippmann runs in LFP for first time

In Their Own Words: Meet Lake Forest Park Mayoral Candidate Mary Jane Goss

Former councilmember Goss is back

LFP Neighbors Assemble to Observe National Night Out

A local community works to raise awareness and prevent crime in their area.

Shoreline Police Blotter: July 24-30

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

Shoreline Celebrates National Night Out

Fire engine visits neighbors in Ballinger area

Mike Wang Memorial Fund Set Up at BECU

Seattle Police still seeking brown SUV that hit and killed Wang and left scene

Get Out: Weekend Planner Aug 5-7

Check our picks for the activities and hot spots to hit this weekend.

Thompson Defends His Record, Goss Says City Hall Needs to Live Within Its Means

LFP Mayoral Forum Draws Large Crowd

Meet the King and Queen of the Crib

In case you missed it: Social Security has announced the top baby names for boys and girls in 2010 for both the country and Washington State. And the winners are …

Traffic Alert: Blue Angels to Zip Overhead for Seafair, I-90 Closures From Aug. 4-7

Motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists should take note of I-90 road closures, starting Thursday.

UPDATE: Paddleboarder Pulled From Lake Washington, Dies

Police credit waterfront residents for swimming out into choppy waters and performing CPR on the man, described as in his 20s.

LFP Mayoral Forum Tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Third Place Commons

Dwight Thompson, Mary Jane Goss and Stan Lippmann to debate

Six Finalists Selected for City of Shoreline Administrative Services Director Position

Final interviews Aug. 8-9 for Debbie Tarry's replacement

Agent: Realtors Sell Houses but They Also Follow Legislation, Voice Concerns

The National Association of Realtors follows public policy and has questions about the Dodd-Frank Act, which calls for at least a 20 percent down payment on purchasing a home.

My Girl Wants To Party All The Time?

The business of children's birthday parties and what really matters.

Despite Weather, Hot Rods Shine At Car Show

Hundreds of car enthusiasts bring out their rigs for classic car show

Pets of the week - Smudge & Smokey

Two cats = twice the love

Shoreline Chef Creates Maria's Desserts

Maria Joåo Galvåo from Portugal cooks and bakes mostly gluten free and or organic whenever possible while also utilizing ancient spices from her culture.

Our Town Center

Our downtown is coming

Local Ironman Pushes Self to Top Finishes

John Bergen has been competing in Ironmans since 2003.

Ananda Mela Festival to Bring Joy, Culture to Redmond This Weekend

Event organizers expect about 20,000 people from all over the Pacific Northwest to attend the three-day celebration of Indian culture.

Lake Forest Park Passes Six-Month Medical Marijuana Moratorium

Ordinance based on laws based by other cities such as Kent in light of state law which became effective July 22

Shoreline Cyclist, Gifted Photographer Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident in Seattle

Mike Wang's work for PATH took him all over the world

Lake Forest Park Police Blotter: July 18-24

The following blotter items and information on arrests were selected from the Lake Forest Park Police Department. The reports do not indicate a conviction.

Heated Discussion Continues in Lake Forest Park Over Coyotes

Council asks Environmental Quality Commission and Community Services Commission to study coyote issue and laws on feeding wildlife elsewhere and report back in 90 days

House Hunt: What's on the Market in Edmonds, Shoreline and Lake Forest Park

In this weekly feature, Patch puts the spotlight on some local properties for sale

Tips on Living With Coyotes

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife offers these tips

Third Coyote Killed in Lake Forest Park Neighborhood

Dangerous coyotes appear to be eliminated, biologist tells City Council, citizens

Mariners' "Peanut Man" Had Shoreline Connection

Rick Kaminski was a King's and Shoreline Community College student.

Get Out: Weekend Planner, July 29-31

Check our picks for the activities to hit and new establishments to explore.

Discarded Cigarette Causes Fire at Watercrest Apartments in LFP

Northshore Fire Dept. puts out fire quickly, damage kept to exterior wall