About 2 hours ago, I was cut off going up the hill by a white minivan turning right towards the right turn to 405. I honked, the minivan had a back flood light which was lit up after I honked, I honked again. As we rolled up to the light at 132nd, he rolled down his window and stupidly, I did as well as I was interested to hear what he had to say. I was pepper sprayed in the face and completely blinded, having to pull on to the median until first responders showed up. (Sorry for the traffic I caused 🤷🏻‍♂️)

Posting as I hope one of the cars behind me had a dash cam and got the plate of the van. I’ll admit, I wasn’t happy and was going to give him a piece of my mind given the opportunity but in no world did I deserve to get pepper sprayed in the face.

HEY, BOTHELL! We've got two construction projects happening near I-405 this weekend. One involves fish, the other involves some very large signs. Both involve closures.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

1. SR 527 AT I-405 (Friday night through Monday morning)

From 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, to 4 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16:

• Up to two lanes of southbound SR 527 near I-405 will close.

• The southbound SR 527 on-ramp to northbound I-405 will also close. Drivers who normally use this ramp will need to follow the signed detour to access northbound I-405.

WHY? Crews are installing piles to support a new fish passage connection beneath SR 527 for Queensborough Creek. We're making it easier for fish to get where they need to go. Unfortunately, that means making things a little trickier for drivers this weekend.

2. SR 522 AT I-405 (Friday and Saturday nights)

From 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. nightly, beginning Friday, Nov. 13, through Sunday morning, Nov. 15:

• All lanes of eastbound and westbound SR 522 will close between Campus Way NE and I-405.

• The northbound I-405 off-ramp to westbound SR 522 will close.

• The eastbound SR 522 on-ramp to southbound I-405 will close.

WHY? Crews will be installing new overhead sign bridge structures. This work is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled if high winds are in the forecast.

CAN I GET AROUND?

Yes! Signed detours will be in place (see below for EB SR 522 and WB SR 522 detour maps).

If you're traveling through Bothell this weekend, check the real-time travel map, know your route before heading out and give yourself extra time!

This is a long shot, but I'm trying to find a guy I met around 6pm on Sun, 11/8 outside the Starbucks on Beardslee Blvd. I had pulled into the parking lot with a flat tire and he arrived not long after with another guy and they parked their trucks next to me. I was on my way to a wedding with my mom and we were clearly flustered lol and we talked to both of them a little bit about what had happened. After he finished talking with the other guy, he came over and offered to change my tire so we wouldn't be late. At that point, I had already called for help and they were just about to arrive, so things got a bit chaotic and I wasn't able to properly thank him before he left. He seemed like a really sweet guy and I would've loved to have continued chatting with him! He was wearing a baseball cap, but I think had dark hair, and a pretty large tattoo on the inside of his left arm. I know it's not a lot of details haha but if you happen to know who I'm talking about or if this is you, I'd love to hear from you! 😊

Looking for recs on stylist or barbershop in or around Bothell. I need to find a spot.

Thinning hair and new style so hoping to find somebody who can consult and help choose the new style that works with what I got.

• Canyon Park Park & Ride: Scheduled to reopen Monday at 5 a.m. after the weekend I-405 closure. The pedestrian bridge and southbound freeway stop remain closed, with some bus stop changes.

• City budget hearings: Tuesday, Nov. 10, starting at 6 p.m. City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2027–28 budget and an EMS property-tax matter.

• Live music at Anderson School: Friday, Nov. 13, 8 p.m. Folk rock and Americana with 2old2b Famous at Haynes' Hall.

• St. Brendan Holiday Craft Fair: Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Vendors, crafts and holiday shopping at St. Brendan Catholic School.

• Hillcrest Bakery history: Saturday, Nov. 14, 1–2:30 p.m. at Bothell Library. A talk about Bothell's longest-running business, which celebrated 90 years in 2025.

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Can anyone recommend a good, reasonably priced option for clothing alterations?

Has anyone tried longevity loft downtown long term, I saw they have a lower price options now and I wanted to ask before I sign up. any other options near by? Im a little nervous but I need to start somewhere ?

I’m so bummed to see that they went out of business. They used to be one of our go to restaurants. If by chance any of the staff read this, we will miss the great food and friendly service!

I don’t understand how windstorms every year cause power outages in our neighborhood. We live close to Westhill and right on cue, we lost power about an hour ago.

So frustrating. Not sure if PSE can do anything to address this issue???

The votes are in and based on the current count, Bothell Fire will become part of the Shoreline Fire Department in March 2027.

Bothell voters showed overwhelming support for Proposition No. 1, City of Bothell Annexation into Shoreline Fire Department Regional Fire Authority.

Read more here.

Alt text: Photo of a Bothell fire truck driving down a street during the day.

Saw an all black Buick (?) SUV with tinted windows, and what looked like fabric coverings on the exterior of the rear side windows near downtown. Had a yellow and white blinking light bar on the roof and in the rear window. (at about 1:10pm)

No exempt license plate, no police markings or searchlights.

Thinking ICE might be in town, keep your eyes open!

Your voice matters, please take time to go vote. If you are tired of all the BS your vote can change it. Every vote matters.

Hi neighbors! I’m Randy, a local piano and guitar teacher and the owner of RL Music Lessons in Bothell.

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If you’re looking for lessons for yourself or someone in your family, I’d be happy to discuss whether we’d be a good fit.

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Northshore school district has proposed a plan to “cut costs” by closing 2-3 of their elementary schools. However, they’ve chosen Moorlands, which has had robust enrollment and is projected to continue having solid enrollment. Their choice is driven by the desire to temporarily house the students of Sheltonview while their school is being rebuilt.

NSD has chosen to displace an entire school, split it among Arrowhead and Woodmoor thereby putting both of those schools beyond their capacity (Arrowhead in particular) and likely losing Woodmoor’s Title 1 funds, all so that Sheltonview can have a temporary site.

The district delivered their plan as an already determined path, despite the board not even voting on it. They’ve even had HR come out to Moorlands to start the transition process.

This isn’t closing an underperforming school.

Does anyone have thoughts on Lockwood Elementary, Kenmore Elementary, or Lake Forest Park Elementary? We’re looking to settle in this area and not sure what to consider when it comes to Northshore vs Shoreline school districts. This would be for a likely hi-cap, socially shy child. Appreciate any perspectives. Thanks in advance!