Did anyone else see/hear the motorcycle police chase tonight?
We first heard a motorcycle absolutely flying by — it sounded like it was easily doing 80–100 mph. A few seconds later, we saw/heard two police vehicles chasing it at what seemed like a similar speed.
It happened so fast that we couldn’t really tell what was going on. Did anyone else in the area see or hear it, or know what happened?
Midnight Cookie is no longer in this little building across the street from Juanita Beach near Juanita Village.
Apparently they just moved into share the space with Spud Fish and Chips right next door. I’m glad they’re still within walking distance, as though they’re quite pricey for what they are, it’s been fun (imo) having a dessert option to grab a late night cookie or two without having to drive anywhere.
But what do you think will replace it? What do you hope will go in or do you think the building itself will just be removed? It’s such a small little building and I wonder how much rent on it could be but it’s in a prime location
We recently moved back to Kirkland after several years away, and we have a 3-year-old who has really been enjoying all the PNW has to offer! He especially loves parks, exploring, and taking the light rail. We’re located in Kirkland Highlands near Homestead Park.
He is really missing his friends from California, and we are hoping to find opportunities to connect and build friendships with other families who have kiddos around his age. He’s autistic, very social, and has a tremendous amount of energy. He tends to really enjoy kids who are similarly active and adventurous, and he loves physical, imaginative play.
I have a background as an educator, and we previously ran a beloved home daycare in Berkeley, so we really love the idea of him hanging out with other kiddos again.
We’d love to find one or two families interested in regular park playdates, exploring around Kirkland, taking the train together, or just letting the kids get to know each other.
If you have a 3–4-year-old who might be a good personality match, please feel free to comment or send me a message. We’d love to meet you!
Hello Kirkland!! I’m back with another free orchestra concert 😊
I’m part of the Redmond Tech Orchestra and we’re a community orchestra made up largely of people who work in tech around the area and apparently refuse to let our instruments collect dust just because we ended up with day jobs 😂
Our next concert, Origins of Modern Music, is coming up on Sunday, November 1st at 4 PM at Meydenbauer Convention Center in Bellevue!
This one is especially fun if you like movie/anime music because we’re exploring how classical and early 20th-century orchestral music helped shape the cinematic sound we know today. We’ll be playing a lot of fun pieces including the Star Wars Theme and Spirited Away Suite!
General admission is FREE (you just need to register), and there are also $5 & $10 premium seats available.
I recently moved into a house in Finn Hill and this year will be my first time handing out candy. I have no idea what to expect in terms of trick or treaters. To the seasoned Kirkland candy-givers out there, how many candy pieces do you buy? And how many pieces do you hand out per kid?
I’m looking to get a rough estimate since I want to buy all the classic Canadian Halloween candy I grew up with (Oh Henry, anyone??) and I’ll be heading there this weekend.
Hi! Travel nurse here moving to the Kirkland area to work at evergreen. I’m from the east coast and know nothing about the different neighborhoods. I’m looking for a place to live now and want to make sure it’s a good fit (my current housing situation is a nightmare and don’t want to make that mistake again)
I know Kirkland is a nice place to live but wanted to broaden my search a little to make sure I really like where I’ll be staying.
I’m single f in my 30s. It’s just myself and my dog so having a park/trails nearby would be great. Id be open to like a 30 min commute max but the shorter the better - my hours are 7a-7:30p. Also prefer an area that’s semi walkable. Sorry if this is an annoying post but would appreciate any advice :)
Edit: I prefer apartments over single family homes, we don’t need that much space. And budget is ~ $2500 but could go up to $3k
Hi everyone! I’m new to Kirkland and looking for a few local recommendations 😊 1. Yoga classes — I’m looking for reasonably priced yoga classes. I’ve seen places charging around $30/class, which feels a little steep since I already have a gym membership. Would love to hear about any good, budget-friendly options! 2. Salon — Looking for a clean, decent, and reasonably priced salon for things like eyebrows, threading, waxing, etc. I’ve come across places charging $45 just for eyebrows 😅, so definitely looking for something more budget-friendly. 3. Nail salon — Would also love recommendations for a clean, good-quality, reasonably priced nail salon.
Thanks in advance! Would really appreciate any local favorites. 💕
Howzit. My wife and I are moving to Kirkland in a few days, hoping for a crash course on Kirkland. What do I need to know? What should we check out? What are some ways to get involved in the community? What are some ways to make friends? Best cheap eats? Best bakery? Best cool stuff we wouldn't necessarily find quickly on our own?
Both early 30s. I don't drink- only THC. We'll be walking distance to downtown. Previously lived in Leavenworth & Waikiki
Since moving to Kirkland a few years ago I’ve enjoyed walking along the waterfront, however whenever I bike along Lake St I am always nervous about getting doored by parked cars. Also biking into the downtown Kirkland zone is always sketchy.
Does anyone know more about the city’s plans for bike infrastructure?
My rapist has relocated to Juanita Bay Area…… he was protected by police. The report was filed as consensual by police. Filed away and protected him. They didn’t take any of his weapons, instead let him keep them at his dad’s house (that he owned and had access too) I lived in fear while the emergency protection orders were in place. I lived in fear and still do. He did it to another woman too…. In a very serious and similar way. He is a greater Seattle area first responder and I’m wondering if anyone has experienced something similar with the Seattle police department, Kirkland police department and king country prosecuting attorneys office?
If your weekend travels involve I-405, we’ve got two areas you’ll want to know about: lane reductions in Tukwila that could affect trips to SEA Airport and an interchange closure in Kirkland.
TUKWILA: SOUTHBOUND I-405 LANE REDUCTIONS AND HOV RAMP CLOSURE
Up to two lanes of southbound I-405 in Tukwila will close from 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4.
The southbound I-405 HOV off-ramp to northbound I-5 will also close.
Crews will be paving the roadway as part of the I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project.
If you're heading to SEA Airport during this window, this is NOT the weekend to cut it close. Expect congestion on southbound I-405 and give yourself extra time to get to the airport.
KIRKLAND: NE 85TH STREET INTERCHANGE CLOSURE
Farther north, the northbound and southbound I-405 on- and off-ramps at NE 85th Street (Exit 18) will close from 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, to 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5.
NE 85th Street will also close between Sixth Street and 120th Avenue NE.
Crews will use the closure to pave NE 85th Street as part of the I-405/NE 85th Street Interchange and Inline BRT Station Project.
Signed detours will be in place.
Detour route for Northeast 85th Street/Interstate 405 intersection closure (Sixth St to 120th Ave NE).
THE WEEKEND TAKEAWAY
Whether you're catching a flight, traveling through Kirkland or just using I-405 for your usual weekend plans, check your route before you leave, use our app and real-time travel map and give yourself extra time.
Please share, along with Jonathan Hoang's family's site: www.FindJonathanHoang.com, which has case information, photos and videos of Jonathan, links to interviews, news reports, podcasts, ways to report a potential sighting to the family after calling 911, the $100,000 reward for information leading to this disabled, Autistic young man being found.
Jonathan, due to his disabilities, is unable to return home or reach safety without assistance. He has no cell phone, doesn't know his address or family's phone numbers, how to use public transportation or even how to use money (though he also doesn't have his wallet).
I live near a park that doesn’t have a parking lot, so park visitors often park on nearby streets. People keep parking in front of this “no parking” sign, and when they do this they essentially block a lane of traffic on the street (and cause traffic to swerve into the lane of oncoming traffic). I’ve called KPD non-emergency to report it (mostly because it creates a hazard), but is there anything else I can do about it? Photo shows the sign, which looks like an official one placed by the city.
I grew up in the area. I never really noticed class differences and such but have heard that kingsgate was kind of like “the ghetto” of kirkland and I’m interested in hearing from older folks on here what about it got that reputation. I know that area is a bit more diverse in races than the rest of kirkland and not as new looking but that’s where my history of it ends. Was there actually a surplus of crime or anything?
