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How to keep up with summer events

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:44:39 Z

(Shoreline Area News) A sample of Kate Ledbetter's Destination Shoreline calendar By Diane Hettrick Tuesday August 4, 2026 is behaving like a Saturday this month with two major events: Primary election - ballots due before 8pm Night Out for Community block parties July...

Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force Investigation arrests two men in north Seattle on July 30, 2026

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:02:53 Z

(Shoreline Area News) The bus is on Greenwood. Police and vehicles fill N 140th Photo by Rachel Shaver On July 30, 2026 neighbors on N 140th Street next to Greenwood in north Seattle ( 200 blk of N 140th S ) were alarmed when their street was blocked off and full of...

Shoreline Rotary to hear about Rolo's Heart Project Wednesday August 5, 2026

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:25:40 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Be our Guest!! Join Shoreline Rotary on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 from 7:30 - 8:30am for our Rotary Meeting. Rose Kreider will be our guest speaker introducing us to the Rolo’s Heart Project. Rolo's Heart Project is a community initiative dedicated...

Chamber of Commerce nominations for 2026 Community Partner Award

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:15:23 Z

(Shoreline Area News) The Community Partner Award honors a community organization whose collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce strengthens local businesses through impactful programs, shared values, and meaningful support that improves opportunities for business...

Derailed train shuts down Link service downtown

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:52:36 Z

(Seattle Transit Blog) Derailed Link train at CID station last night. (Gene Pencil via Cortana on Bluesky ) Late last night, an empty Link train derailed while turning around using the pocket track at International District/Chinatown station. The train was on its way to...

Sunset at Richmond Beach

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 01:53:22 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Richmond Beach at Sunset Photo by RJ Perna Waterfront in Shoreline is a bit challenging to access - parking and walking down to the beach - but it can be worth it for the sunset views. --Diane Hettrick

King county Health Through Housing and Compass Housing Alliance - providing housing to the unhoused

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 01:36:42 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Chief Seattle Club will build Sacred Medicine House in Lake City, 120 units of permanent supportive, Indigenous-informed housing for people experiencing homelessness. The Health Through Housing (HTH) initiative is accelerating King County's response...

Native Plant work party at Echo Lake August 14, 2026

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:06:06 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Well, Echo Lake may be closed for now, with the unfortunate toxic algae bloom, but we are happy to still have our park and trail to enjoy. We are happy to announce our next Native Plant work party . . . State Farm and other Volunteers at Echo Lake...

Sunday Movie: Amsterdam’s War on Cars

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Z

(Seattle Transit Blog) In 2019 Amsterdam committed to removing 10,000 street parking spaces in 5 years to make a more liveable city, repurposing the space for sidewalks, bike lanes, and transit. Local residents were enthusiastic after they were removed. Now Amsterdam is...

Lakeside School Student Gold Medalist at International Biology Olympiad

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:51:20 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Emma Li, gold medalist at international competition McLean, Va. (July 20, 2026) – The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) announces that Emma Li, Lakeside School, Seattle, WA, a high school biology scholar, has earned a gold medal representing...

Shoreline Tool Library tool sale September 19, 2026

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:49:09 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Our next "All Offers Accepted" Tool Sale is scheduled for Saturday, September 19th, from 9am–3pm at the Shoreline Tool Library! 16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 Make sure to block off your calendar so you can come by, get some tools, and help...

Time to vote and get your ballot to a drop box

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:23:49 Z

(Shoreline Area News) KC Councilmember Rod Dembowski (2nd from left) and the new dropbox at the Northgate Library The official primary election date is this coming Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Your ballots have to be inside a drop box or in the hands of King County elections...

Shoreline student named to Dean’s List at Washington University in St. Louis

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:13:37 Z

(Shoreline Area News) McKelvey School of Engineering Washington University, St. Louis ST. LOUIS, Mo. (July 31, 2026) – Jackson Chou of Shoreline, Washington (98155) , was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2026 semester at Washington University in St. Louis. Chou is...

Back to School: The Works could use some volunteer help on August 16, 2026

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:10:38 Z

(Shoreline Area News) The Works is the Shoreline PTA Council clothing room. Located in a room on the outside of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155 , it provides clothes for Shoreline students whose families need some help getting their kids ready for...

Michaels is getting closer to opening in Shoreline

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:08:06 Z

(Shoreline Area News) New sign at Parkwood Plaza Photo by Christine Imholt Retail giant Michaels leased the old JoAnn Fabrics store in Parkwood Plaza earlier this year. After making changes to the interior, in May of this year they advertised for help to unload and...

August Blood Drives in Shoreline start right away on August 1, 2026

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:04:17 Z

(Shoreline Area News) By Tom Petersen Blood supplies continue to be low around the Sound, but Shoreliners can help, starting Saturday, August 1st by donating at Uplift Climbing Gym from 10am to 4pm. The Bloodworks Northwest mobile crew will be there, at 17229 15th Ave NE,...

Captain Scott Ciraulo retires from Shoreline Fire after 25 years

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:02:32 Z

(Shoreline Area News) After 25 years, Captain Scott Ciraulo is retiring from the Shoreline Fire Department. Scott has served honorably with Shoreline holding the ranks of Firefighter, Driver/Engineer, Lieutenant, and Captain. His passion for teaching was second to none...

Three nominated for Chamber Award

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:00:27 Z

(Shoreline Area News) The Chamber Award acknowledges a Chamber member who leads by example, takes initiative, serves the Shoreline area through action and participation, inspires others to get involved and promotes respectful and supportive communication. Celebrating the...

New - you can buy a wristband for North City Jazz Walk at local businesses

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:56:14 Z

(Shoreline Area News) HANDY TIP: starting now, get North City Jazz Walk wristbands at the following FIVE locations, cash or check only, during their business hours. Having a wristband lets you avoid the ticket-to-wristband exchange line on the night of the 'Walk. Just be...

Diane Hettrick Editor of Shoreline Area News honored with King County's MLK Medal of Distinguished Service

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 02:37:56 Z

(Shoreline Area News) King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski presents the MLK Medal to Diane Hettrick at the Echo Lake Picnic on July 21, 2026 Photo by Carl Dinse By Kate Ledbetter The Shoreline community paused to celebrate one of its most dedicated volunteers on...

Drop in grief counseling session August 3, 2026

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:20:08 Z

(Shoreline Area News) In response to the tragedy at the Bite of Seattle and other challenging current events, the Center for Human Services is offering an opportunity to our community to debrief and grieve together at this one time drop in session with one of our staff....

Free early learning and family support services for eligible children ages 3–4

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:58:21 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Head Start & ECEAP provide free early learning and family support services for eligible children ages 3–4. Services may include: Quality learning opportunities Nutritious meals & snacks Health & developmental screenings Family support services...

Sign-wavers say treat people, places and voting rights like they matter

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:24:24 Z

(Shoreline Area News) "The Big Steal of Your Vote" Story & Photos by Pamela Mieth Although one driver stopped to call an individual picking up trash left by others "an idiot" (using less "family-friendly" wording), the exuberant enthusiasm and support of most passers-by...

Free classes for English Language Learners at Shoreline Library start August 5, 2026

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:33:40 Z

(Shoreline Area News) English Language Learners (ELL Classes) Shoreline Library 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline 98155 206-362-7550 Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm August 5 – September 30, No Class August 19. For adults. Cost: FREE Learn English reading, writing, grammar and...

Local firefighters return from the Rowe Creek Complex fire in central Oregon

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:22:26 Z

(Shoreline Area News) After almost two weeks on the fireline, NWTF-2 demobilized and arrived home. The task force (not all pictured) included Bothell’s own Battalion Chief Jim Vandertoorn as Task Force Leader, along with crews from Bothell Fire (B144), Shoreline Fire...

Roots of Empathy at Lake Forest Park and Brookside Elementary need volunteer Instructors

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:17:47 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Roots of Empathy session at local elementary school Roots of Empathy is an evidence-based, internationally recognized classroom program serving children ages 5–13. We’ve reached 1.2 million children globally with our school-based programs, and we...

Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Human Week

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:50:46 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter here

What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: July 29 – August 4

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:45:50 Z

(Shoreline Area News) By: Kate Ledbetter, www. DestinationShoreline.com What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: July 29 – August 4 This week Shoreline is hosting the 2026 Seattle Metro Pickleball classic at Shoreview Park; this is your chance to catch the pickleball bug...

LFP Reads special event with author Erica Bauermeister August 11, 2026

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:40:10 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Local author Erica Bauermeister's No Two Persons is this year's King County Library Lake Forest Park/Shoreline/Richmond Beach Community Reads selection. Shoreline and Richmond Beach Libraries have joined with Lake Forest Park READS again this year....

Show your support with a North City Jazz Walk yard sign

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:08:26 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Show your support and help spread the word for Jazz Walk on Tuesday August 11, 2026 Get a North City Jazz Walk yard sign for a *tax-deductible* donation of $15.00. Pick them up at North City Water District, 1519 NE 177th Street in Shoreline, between...

Midweek Roundup: go it alone

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z

(Seattle Transit Blog) A battery bus served Kitsap Transit s Route 220 in early July ( Zack Heistand ). Kitsap Transit is steadily electrifying its bus fleet. Cartoonist Brett Hamil still thinks about the driver who drove up the tracks to Mount Baker Station (South Seattle...

Sound Transit addresses recent post-World Cup service disruptions

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:16:00 Z

(Seattle Transit Blog) Lines for the Link shuttle at Capitol Hill during the 7/9 disruption, by Nick Sattele (Bluesky) Since smashing ridership records following its blockbuster round-the-clock service during the FIFA World Cup, Link light rail has been plagued by a myriad...

2026 Shoreline Community and Business Champion Awards August 14, 2026

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:10:50 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Celebrate with the City and Shoreline Chamber of Commerce at the 2026 Shoreline Community and Business Champion Awards We invite you to join us to celebrate the community and business leaders who make Shoreline a thriving, vibrant, and welcoming...

Free workshop on heat pumps July 29, 2026

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:27:23 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Shoreline Heat Pump Program Presentation Join Energize Shoreline for a free Energize Shoreline workshop to learn how heat pumps can both cool your home in the summer and keep it warm in the winter—while using less energy. You’ll also learn how to...

Market tote bags at Town & Country - while they last

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:17:56 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Each T&C Market carries its own design Market Tote Bags are here! The Market Mugs were so popular, that Town & Country Markets brought the designs by local artists back, this time as a tote-ally awesome canvas bag (with bottle sleeves on the inside)....

Local Robotics Team hosting outreach event at Shoreline Library

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:15:20 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Born to Build team member working on robot Local robotics team Born to Build invites middle- and high- schoolers to join them for a demonstration of their robot and introduction to FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC). This event occurs at 1:30pm on Saturday,...

Now on View: Monument Dress by Olayinka Ola

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:01:20 Z

(Shoreline Area News) On view through October 9, 2026 in the Shoreline City Hall Lobby, Monument Dress is a striking gown crafted in richly patterned red and green textiles. Honoring the spirit of Juneteenth, the work reflects themes of freedom, resilience, and cultural...

Herbal Salves and Balms Workshop at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden August 19, 2026

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 01:55:03 Z

(Shoreline Area News) Learn the time-honored tradition of herbal wellness during the Herbal Salves and Balms Workshop at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 6:00–8:00pm. Led by staff horticulturist Heidi Koonz, this hands-on evening workshop...

Popular ideas for National Night Out activities

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 01:51:33 Z

(Shoreline Area News) National Night Out is Tuesday August 4, 2026. The concept of NNO is that the safest community is the one where neighbors know each other and it's celebrated in block parties, where everyone who lives on a particular street gets together for a few...

Sunday Movie: Manila Jeepneys & London Bike Paths

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z

(Seattle Transit Blog) Manila s jeepneys and emerging metro rail network. (Evan Edinger) Evan Edinger and Not Just Bikes tour London s bike path network. They compare it to a decade ago and to The Netherlands. Musical interlude: Via con Me (It s Wonderful) . 1950s Rome...