520 Toll Rates to Rise in July

The toll hike of 2.5 percent is the first of planned, small annual increases through 2016, outlined in the plan approved by the Legislature last year.

Studded Tire Deadline Extended to April 16

Given possible upcoming winter driving conditions, Washingtonians have two extra weeks to get the studs off this year.

Woodinville State Liquor Store Rights Up For Auction

As retailers in Woodinville are lining up to get a state license to sell spirits, the state-licensed store’s right to sell liquor is on the auction block.

Woodinville Councilman Apologizes to Mayor, Community for Outburst

Les Rubstello said he was sorry for the way he treated the mayor and the community at last week’s city council meeting and promised it would not happen again.

Woodinville Junior High School Science Teacher Chosen for Exchange Program

Timbercrest Junior High School science teacher Amy Leslie will be heading for Japan in April to study sustainability.

King County Unlikely to Allow Woodinville Annexation in Sammamish Valley

Despite the desire of city council and landowners to annex property in the north end of the Sammamish Valley, county officials say the Urban Growth Boundary will not be moved.

Woodinville Growth: City or Rural, There is no Suburban

According to the Growth Management Act, a town is urban or rural, no in-between suburbia, according to the county. Residents can weigh on at upcoming county meetings, including one in Woodinville.

Woodinville Mayor on the Hot Seat for Not Conducting Business as Usual

Bernie Talmas was attacked by council members for not signing a resolution council passed last week. City attorney said Talmas was within his rights and city business was not held up by the mayor's actions.

City Launches Online Survey to Plan the Future of Woodinville's Parks, Recreation and Open Space

The city has set up an online survey to get public input into how it should move forward in planning parks, recreation and open space in Woodinville.

Public Hearing on Development Density at Tuesday’s Woodinville Council Meeting

The city council passed a moratorium on Jan. 17 but a developer swept in and filed an application before the moratorium went into effect. The public will have an opportunity Tuesday to comment on the moratorium and the project.

Get Smart about the Public’s Right to Know

In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources for you to explore open records yourself.

Inslee Leaving Congress for Governor Campaign

Jay Inslee announced Saturday that he is stepping down from as representative for the 1st Congressional District, which includes Woodinville, to campaign full time for the governorship.

Teacher Publicly Disputes Sen. Rodney Tom’s Position on Health Care, Charter Schools, Evaluations

In an open letter on the Northshore Education Association website, Christopher Tracy, accuses Tom of supporting legislation that appears to blame teachers for all that is wrong in the public education system.

Voters Can't Ban Red-Light Cameras, State Supreme Court Rules

The decision invalidates Redmond's previous initiative effort, according to The Seattle Times.

Woodinville: Rural, Urban or Suburban?

How do you characterize our community? Lawmakers’ definition has a direct impact on growth in Woodinville.

Woodinville Parks to Go Tobacco Free, by Law or Voluntarily?

The city council agreed that Woodinville parks should be free of tobacco but did not decide if it should be law or a voluntary request to park users.

Woodinville Council Retreat in Redmond Saturday

The city council is heading to Redmond Town Square on Saturday for an informal workshop on improving the governing body’s effectiveness in cooperation.

Woodinville Council to Consider Banning Tobacco in Public Parks

At Tuesday’s council meeting, the city’s park commission will recommend not passing a ban on tobacco in Woodinville’s parks because such a ban would be difficult to enforce.

January Storm: Disaster Declaration Brings Aid to Snohomish, King Counties

January's wicked weather that slammed Woodinville led to $32.3 million in potential eligible damages statewide.

Woodinville Firefighters Union Favors Merging With Bothell

IAFF Local 2950 agrees with board chairman Tim Osgood that now is the time to consider regionalizing the district, the union suggests a partnership with Bothell.

Woodinville Fire District Meeting Monday

The board will hear public appeals for the 2012 benefit charge as well as discuss plans for a retreat away from Woodinville.

Romney Declares Victory in Washington Caucus

Final straw poll results are being tabulated, but news reports project that Mitt Romney will win the state after Saturday's caucus.

Woodinville Passport Day March 10, Two Locations

City Hall and the King County Community Service Center in Woodinville will be participating in Passport Day in the USA on March 10.

WA Senate Republicans Take Over, Pass Budget Early Saturday

In a rare procedural move the minority Republican State Senators maneuvered their own budget to the floor, getting it passed in a 25-24 vote. King County Executive Dow Constantine blasts the new budget.

Republican Presidential Straw Poll Vote to be Released Saturday Evening

Check back here later today for a story with the vote and an account of the 45th District GOP caucus at Kirkland's Frost Elementary which included Woodinville precints.

POLL: Senior US Congressman Norm Dicks Will Not Seek Re-Election

The longtime lawmaker says he and his wife have decided to "change gears and enjoy life at a different pace."

Thousands Gather for Romney Rally

About 2,000 people gathered at the Highland Community Center in Bellevue to support Mitt Romney, vying to be the GOP nominee for president. Woodinville Patch will be blogging live from Saturday's caucuses.

Live Blog: Patch is at the Washington Republican Caucuses on Saturday

Join Woodinville Patch as we cover the day's activities, starting at 9 a.m.

Reminder: Workshop to Set Boundaries for Unincorporated Woodinville County Representation Wednesday

The county is holding a workshop at Woodinville Library to determine the boundaries for the new service areas of unincorporated King County.

King County Metro Transit Ridership Roars Back as Economy Strengthens

Riders took Metro buses in near-record numbers in 2011.

Election 2012: Ready to Caucus?

Washington's Republican caucuses are planned for Saturday, March 3. Here's a quick overview of how the process works.

County Holding Open House to Discuss Community Service Areas

Open house will be at Woodinville Library next week.

State Route 520 Set to Close This Weekend

All lanes will be closed between Seattle and I-405 beginning at 11 p.m. Friday.

What's Open, Closed for Presidents Day

Schools are out, and government offices are closed Monday.

Obama Says Manufacturing Is Key, Calls for Tax Reform

The president's message Friday was simple: work hard, play fair and share responsibility.

City Manager Gives State of City Address

Woodinville City Manager Richard Leahy gave a state of the city talk to a group at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon Thursday.

President Obama Lands in Kirkland

The president flew in to Northwest University on Marine One, accompanied by several other government helicopters, before boarding a motorcade for Bellevue.

VIDEO: Ron Paul Electrifies Raucous Crowd in SeaTac

Hundreds of rabid supporters sardined themselves into the Grand Ballroom at the DoubleTree Inn to hear his messages of smaller government and restoration of individual freedom.

Patch Will Be At Boeing Friday For President Obama's Visit, Check Back For Coverage

Obama is expected to speak about the importance of domestic manufacturing and American exports at Boeing. He will later visit Bellevue and Medina for fundraisers.

Ron Paul to Visit SeaTac in Swing Through Washington State

The Republican presidential hopeful will also stop in Vancouver and Richland.