Shoreline Area News

145th Street Corridor Project is complete

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

After more than a decade of planning, partnership, and construction, the 145th Street Corridor Project is complete, and the new double-lane roundabouts at the I-5 and NE 145th Street interchanges are now open!

Rock art in the roundabouts
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

This milestone marks the substantial completion of one of Shoreline's largest transportation projects. The improvements along this stretch of 145th make this area safer and easier for everyone to travel through, whether that be by driving, walking, biking, taking the bus, or connecting to the light rail.

Generous sidewalks on 145th
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

The project includes:

New sidewalks, shared-use paths, and ADA-accessible crossings

Improved bicycle connections across I-5

Better access to the Shoreline South/148th light rail station and transit

Streetscape and utility improvements

Shoreline's first-ever double-lane roundabouts, designed to improve traffic flow and reduce serious collisions

Double-lane roundabouts
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

We’d like to extend a huge “thank you” to our community for your continued patience and understanding throughout construction and to the many agency and utility partners who helped bring this transformational project to life.

Alphabet Resistance 6-26-26

Alphabet Resistance continues its political commentary on the 50th Street overpass to I-5 on June 26, 2026.

And the flip side of the sign...

Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Hoorah!

See previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE

Lake Forest Park places public safety levy on November 2026 ballot

Six-year levy would fund police, 911 dispatch, and mental health services

LAKE FOREST PARK, Wash. – The Lake Forest Park City Council has approved a resolution to place a temporary, six-year police and public safety levy on the November 2026 general election ballot.

If approved by voters, the levy would raise approximately $1.24 million annually, dedicated exclusively to maintaining and supporting essential public safety services.

These services include police staffing and training, 911 dispatch, jail services, prosecution and public defense, and crisis intervention and mental health diversion programs.

“Lake Forest Park residents recognize the value of a local, dedicated police department,” said Mayor Tom French.

“This measure is about preserving those vital services and ensuring our first responders have the tools and resources they need to keep our community safe.”

The proposed levy would add $0.22 per $1,000 of assessed property value and appear on property tax bills beginning in 2027. It would remain in effect for six years, with annual adjustments based on inflation.

Rising costs for police operations, dispatch, jail services, and court-related expenses—compounded by a 24% increase in inflation over the past four years—have outpaced Lake Forest Park’s ability to collect property taxes, which are limited by state law.

Without additional revenue, the City faces difficult decisions about reducing public safety services. In the current budget, officials relied on approximately $880,000 in one-time funds and made over $455,000 in spending cuts.

These temporary measures are not sustainable in the long term.

Kenmore kitchen fire safely contained

Aftermath of kitchen fire. Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire.

On Friday, June 26, 2026, Shoreline Fire responded to a reported kitchen fire in a home in Kenmore.

Thanks to the quick actions of the occupants, who got out safely and called 911 immediately, and the rapid response from the firefighters, the fire was quickly brought under control and contained to the kitchen. No injuries were reported.

Fire vehicles at scene. Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

Kitchen fires are one of the most common types of residential fires.

Here are a few reminders to help keep your home safe:

Stay in the kitchen whenever you're cooking on the stove-top.

Keep anything that can burn—towels, paper products, oven mitts, and curtains—away from the stove.

If a small pan fire occurs, slide a lid over the pan and turn off the burner. Never use water on a grease fire.

If the fire is growing or you feel unsafe, get everyone out, close the door behind you if possible, and call 911 from outside.

We're grateful everyone made it out safely today, and we appreciate our crews' quick work to protect lives and property.

Shoreline Youth Soccer Jamboree & International Market July 12, 2026

Shoreline Youth Soccer Jamboree & International Market

Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 9:00am – 5:00pm
Shoreline A/B Soccer Fields, 19030 1st Ave NE

Celebrate the world's game right here in Shoreline!

As part of the Shoreline Global Celebration Events, the Shoreline Youth Soccer Jamboree & International Market brings together youth soccer, culture, and community for a day of fun.

The event features a free 5v5 soccer jamboree for players ages U9–U12 (registration required), along with live performances, cultural celebrations, an International Marketplace showcasing local vendors, and global food offerings.

Whether you're cheering from the sidelines, shopping the marketplace, or enjoying cuisine from around the world, everyone is invited to experience this welcoming celebration of community and culture.

Register for soccer here

More information here

Shoreline Rotary Welcomes Carol Salter as President for the 2026-27 Year

On July 1, 2026 Carol Salter steps into her new role
as Club President for the 2026-27 Rotary year.
Photo courtesy of Shoreline Rotary.

The Shoreline Rotary Club is proud to announce the installation of Carol Salter as its new Club President for the 2026-27 Rotary year. Salter has been an active Rotarian for seven years and steps into the leadership role with a deep commitment to service, a strong background in community advocacy, and an energized vision for the upcoming program year serving the Shoreline Community.

Salter brings over 35 years of dedicated experience providing employment, training, and supportive housing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Banchero Disability Partners, where she oversees critical 24/7 wraparound and independent housing services.

Her extensive career also includes serving as the past President and CEO for Easterseals Oregon, working collaboratively across more than 30 states to promote seamless service models for vulnerable populations—including seniors, at-risk youth, and veterans.

Academically, she holds a master’s degree in education from George Washington University, with a specialized focus on Transitional Services for youth with Autism.

"I am incredibly honored to serve as President of Shoreline Rotary for this coming year," Salter said. "Our club has a long-standing legacy of making a tangible difference right here in our neighborhoods and around the world, and our goals for 2026-27 will keep that momentum going strong."

Under Salter’s leadership, Shoreline Rotary has laid out a robust agenda designed to support local youth, enhance education, and protect the local environment.

Key initiatives for the 2026-27 program year include:

The Annual Christmas Shopping Spree: The club will once again fully fund this beloved holiday tradition, ensuring that local children in need can experience a bright and joyful holiday season.
School Patrol Support: Recognizing the importance of student safety, the club is planning to support safety patrols at four to six different local schools over the next year.
Expanded Academic Scholarships: The club will manage two separate, distinct scholarship funds this year. Each fund features unique eligibility criteria, allowing the club to reach a wider, more diverse pool of student applicants pursuing higher education and vocational training.
Hands-On Community Service: Rotarians will hit the ground running with targeted community service projects focusing on local environmental sustainability and youth education.
Empowering the Next Generation: Strong emphasis will be placed on mentoring and supporting Shoreline's Interact group, fostering leadership skills and a passion for service in local high school students.

Shoreline Rotary invites community members, business owners, and anyone interested in making a local impact across the Shoreline area to join them at an upcoming meeting. Under Salter’s guidance, the club is looking forward to a dynamic year of growth, fellowship, and Service Above Self.

For more information about upcoming meetings, scholarship applications, or how to get involved, please visit the official ⁠Shoreline Rotary Club website.

--Judy Maccully

Driver arrested after flipping car

Shoreline Fire on scene of rollover incident. Photo by Patricia Hale

Thursday night, June 25, 2026 just before 10pm, a vehicle traveling eastbound on NE 165th St in Ridgecrest clipped the left rear corner of an unoccupied vehicle parked at the curb, just east of 6th Ave NE, and flipped on its side.

The driver and passenger, a male and female, were helped out of their vehicle by patrons of the Ridgecrest Pub.

Photo by Patricia Hale

Fire and police responded. The occupants of the vehicle stated they did not need medical treatment. Fire cleared the call and left with police department on scene.

The driver was arrested for suspicion of Driving Under the Influence.

Jenny the Jumping Spider says...

Friday, June 26, 2026

Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler

“Yeah, in kindergarten the kids used to call me Four Eyes, but then I got contact lenses and they stopped…”

Saw Jenny on a fencepost at a park the other day. Ain’t she beautiful? Especially the reddish marks above her eyes. They don’t use spider webs to catch their prey/food, but instead, yes indeed, they jump on ‘em.

They need and have excellent depth perception thanks to their eyes. Harmless to humans, as are almost all spiders.

--Gloria Z. Nagler

Shoreline College awards its first bachelor’s degrees to dental hygiene graduates

20 dental hygiene graduates awarded the first bachelor's degrees from Shoreline College

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, Shoreline College celebrated a historic milestone as the 20 graduates of its Dental Hygiene program became the first cohort of students to earn bachelor’s degrees from the college.

“I am incredibly proud of our graduates, and their increased participation in community health and interprofessional education with dental and medical students,” said dental hygiene professor Nikki Honey.

Launched in 2024, the Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene (BASDH), which built upon the curriculum of the college’s Associate of Applied Science degree, requires students to complete 119 credits of intensive dental hygiene courses following the successful completion of all program prerequisites.

Shoreline’s Dental Hygiene program operates in partnership with the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Students earn their degrees through Shoreline College and are taught by Shoreline dental hygiene faculty, but the program is housed on the University of Washington Seattle campus.

Speaking at this year’s Dental Hygiene Pinning Ceremony, Andre Ritter, Dean of the UW School of Dentistry, praised the graduates and expressed his hopes for an ongoing partnership.

“It is no surprise to us that Shoreline students are sought after by the School of Dentistry alumni and other dentists in Washington State, by DSO’s [Dental Support Organizations], and by community health centers,” said Mr. Ritter.

“The UW School of Dentistry is firmly committed to the Shoreline Dental Hygiene program. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Shoreline’s faculty and leadership for many years.”

The BASDH program was designed to prepare highly skilled healthcare professionals and to tackle the pressing need for qualified dental hygienists in Washington State, particularly in rural areas where access to dental care is limited.

The shortage of trained dental hygienists has been an ongoing challenge in Washington. According to research published by the University of Washington Center for Health Workforce Studies, dental hygienists have been in high demand for many years, and additional graduates are needed to fill long-term vacancies across the state.

To further address this need, Mr. Ritter discussed his hopes for continued growth of the program. “Ultimately, we hope to expand to 30 students in each class to help remedy the shortage of dental hygienists in Washington State.”

This first cohort of baccalaureate graduates will begin to address that shortage as they, in the words of 2026 graduate Emily Dietzel, “leave with a shared purpose: to preserve the health of our communities and improve the lives of the patients we serve.”

“This is an incredibly important milestone for Shoreline College as we award our first bachelor's degrees in dental hygiene,” shared Dr. Jack Kahn, president of Shoreline College.

“Our partnership with the University of Washington exemplifies our commitment to student success, bringing institutions together to create opportunities that are stronger and more impactful than any one of us could achieve alone. Congratulations to all the graduates and thank you to everyone past and present who helped turn this vision into reality.”

New cohorts begin the BASDH program every summer. The BASDH classes of 2027 and 2028 are both fully enrolled with 20 students each.

Jobs: WSDOT Transportation Engineer 3 (In-Training)

WSDOT

Transportation Engineer 3
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$68,014 – $111,409 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking multiple motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Engineer 3 In-Training professionals to join our team in Shoreline, WA. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering transportation improvements that enhance safety, mobility, and reliability for communities across Washington. You will develop plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for signing, traffic signal and illumination systems, power supply systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and low-cost enhancement (Q-Design) projects that help keep the state’s transportation network operating efficiently.

See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK

11th Annual Snohomish Summer Smash gearing up for play

The Snohomish Summer Smash, a four day tournament for high school players ages 14-18, returns to the Snohomish High School Tennis Courts July 16-19, 2026.

Registration costs are $45 for Singles players and $70 for Doubles and Mixed Doubles teams, with proceeds going to the Snohomish High School tennis programs.

The Summer Smash started in 2015 as an opportunity for high school players who weren't competing in USTA tournaments, giving them competition in a fun environment; that first year, 48 players took part.

Lack of opportunities to play after the Pandemic created more demand, and now every year 185 players from high schools around the region battle it out on the courts, making the Summer Smash one of the largest non-USTA tournaments in the state.

The registration deadline for the Summer Smash is July 8th; players interested in participating can go to snohomishsummersmash.com for more information.

15-year-old boy seriously injured in North Seattle accidental shooting

Seattle police are investigating a shooting Tuesday night, June 23, 2026 near the Greenwood neighborhood that left a 15-year-old boy seriously injured.

At about 10:47pm, officers responded to reports of a shooting near North 93rd St and Aurora Ave North.

When officers arrived, they were updated they needed to go to the sidewalk at 10507 Aurora Avenue North.

Officers arrived at that address and found Seattle Fire Department (SFD) medics treating a male suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso. The victim was stabilized and transported to Harborview Medical Center in serious condition.

Witnesses originally reported the victim was standing on the sidewalk when a dark colored sedan approached. A passenger in the vehicle fired multiple shots, striking the victim. The vehicle left the scene in an unknown direction.

Early Wednesday morning police learned that the shooting possibly occurred inside a vehicle, not on the sidewalk. The passenger in the back seat was manipulating a handgun and accidentally shot the driver.

Shortly after, the shooter exited the vehicle and ran away. The victim then drove a few more blocks and stopped upon seeing SFD on an unrelated call. When the gunshot victim sought out firefighter medics for help, several other passengers then exited his vehicle and ran away.

This version of what happened appeared to be more consistent with information received from SPD’s Real Time Crime Center.

Detectives with the Gun Violence Reduction Unit will be leading the investigation are working to determine what led to the shooting.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Seattle Police Department Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000.

Incident: 2026-181792/North Precinct

Food Drive Saturday June 27, 2026 Richmond Beach Congregational Church

Food drives are critical in the summer because many children lose access to free or reduced-price school meals when classes end. This massive surge in household food needs quickly drains local pantries, which historically receive far fewer donations during the summer months than during the winter. Our quarterly food drive is more important than ever.

Please join us in helping our neighbors by dropping your donations off this Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Drive thru…upper parking lot.

These items are particularly needed:

 Low sodium, no sugar added, packed in water or juice

 Pop-top cans are appreciated, not everyone has access to a can opener

 Canned vegetables: green beans, peas, corn

 Canned fruit (any variety)

 Canned chicken

 Canned tuna

 Coffee (instant or ground)

 Shelf-stable milk

 100% fruit juice (no sugar added)

 Brown rice

 Whole-grain pasta

 Long-grain rice

 Spices (salt, pepper, sugar)

 Flour

 Pancake mixes

 Condiments

 Dry black beans

 Dry red beans

 Oats

 Dry soup mix

 Mac n cheese

 Pasta

 Vegetable-based oils

Statement on federal ruling striking down Trump's Executive Order on mail-in voting

OLYMPIA — Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs applauded a federal ruling Thursday that blocks President Trump’s unconstitutional March 2026 Executive Order on mail-in voting for the November General Election.

The order and a proposed rule by the U.S. Postal Service would require states to submit lists of voters who are eligible to receive ballots to the USPS.

This would give the federal government control over who can and cannot vote by mail.

At a Senate hearing on Wednesday, Postmaster General David Steiner said the Postal Service would not deliver mail-in ballots in states that refused to turn over their voter rolls.

In a multi-state lawsuit co-led by Washington state, a judge ruled that neither the President nor the Postal Service has the constitutional authority to enact these requirements, and that the USPS must continue delivering mail-in ballots to all Washington voters.

“The Postal Service’s founding mission was to ‘bind the nation together.’ Now, the federal government is using it as a tool to try and take over our free and fair elections,” Secretary Hobbs said.

“I applaud today’s ruling. I will continue to fight to protect Washington voters’ private information and our state’s constitutional right to administer elections.”

This weekend - Festival of Shorts

Edmonds Driftwood Players

Friday, June 26 (8:00pm)
Saturday, June 27 (2:00pm matinee)
Saturday, June 27 (8:00pm)
Sunday, June 28 (2:00pm matinee) SOLD OUT

FLASH Friends & Family Discount!
Use Code: EDPFEST to save 20%

Available online at www.EdmondsDriftwoodPlayers.org/shows-tickets/
or by phone at 425-774-9600

Content Info: this festival contains some mild adult themes best suited for ages teen+
PURCHASE TICKETS!

Edmonds Driftwood Players

Do you have tickets yet for THIS WEEKEND's

15th Annual Festival of Shorts!?

Come support the art of playwriting THIS WEEKEND at EDP's annual playwriting festival where YOU the audience gets to vote for your favorites! The festival features 8 short play finalists that include 8 directors and 8 casts (see show descriptions below!).

The theme for 2026 is “MILESTONES: markers in time of significant achievements or events” that include both comedic and dramatic stories. The finalists were selected from 300 script submissions from around the world!

After the closing performance on 6/28, we will announce the playwright winners for:

1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Judges’ Awards
Overall Audience Favorite Award

Thank you to Edmonds business The Branding Iron for sponsoring the 15th Annual Festival of Shorts!

The Theatre is located at 950 Main Street, Edmonds WA 98020

Spring Honor Roll - Washington State University

Washington State University

President's Honor Roll - Spring Quarter

Shoreline

Lake Forest Park

Kenmore

Woodway

Bothell

Global Celebrations This Week in Shoreline, June 26 – July 3

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Global Celebrations This Week in Shoreline, June 26 – July 3

One City, Many Nations: A Welcoming Celebration for All

Your weekly roundup of Global Celebrations in Shoreline. Each week we’re highlighting events, games, and places to gather related to the FIFA World Cup 26™.

Is your neighborhood organizing a watch party at local hangout spot? Email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com to be included.

For the latest information visit: www.destinationshoreline.com/global-celebration

Global Celebration Events this Week in Shoreline:

Smokin Pete's Game Day BBQ
Friday, June 26 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, July 1 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Smokin Pete's BBQ will be at the Shoreline North/185th Station starting 2 hours before the match time serving local BBQ favorites until sold out!

Shoreline Global Kick-Off Festival
Tuesday, June 30 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Cromwell Park
Celebrate international soccer with live music, food trucks, and movement-based activities.

Community Gathering Places:
(Interactive Map)
·        Crespella - Shoreline
·        Cabin Tavern
·        Darrell's Tavern
·        El Volcán Azul
·        Jersey's Great Food & Spirits
·        North City Lounge
·        Sodam Chicken Shoreline
·        Touchdown's Sports Bar & Grill
·        Vault 177
·        Woody's Bar
·        Yum Yum Thai Restaurant

Upcoming Games:

Friday, 26 June 2026
Norway v France – Boston Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Senegal v Iraq – Toronto Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Cabo Verde v Saudi Arabia – Houston Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Uruguay v Spain – Guadalajara Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Egypt v IR Iran – Seattle Stadium — 8:00 PM PT
New Zealand v Belgium – BC Place Vancouver — 8:00 PM PT

Saturday, 27 June 2026
Panama v England – New York New Jersey Stadium — 2:00 PM PT
Croatia v Ghana – Philadelphia Stadium — 2:00 PM PT
Colombia v Portugal – Miami Stadium — 4:30 PM PT
Congo DR v Uzbekistan – Atlanta Stadium — 4:30 PM PT
Algeria v Austria – Kansas City Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Jordan v Argentina – Dallas Stadium — 7:00 PM PT

Sunday, 28 June 2026
South Africa v Canada - Los Angeles Stadium — 12:00 PM PT

Monday, 29 June 2026
Brazil v Group F runners-up - Houston Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
Germany v Group A/B/C/D/F third place - Boston Stadium — 1:30 PM PT
Group F winners v Morocco - Estadio Monterrey — 6:00 PM PT

Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Côte d'Ivoire v Group I runners-up - Dallas Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
Group I winners v Group C/D/F/G/H third place - New York New Jersey Stadium — 2:00 PM PT
Mexico v Group C/E/F/H/I third place - Mexico City Stadium — 6:00 PM PT

Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Group L winners v Group E/H/I/J/K third place - Atlanta Stadium — 9:00 AM PT
Group G winners v Group A/E/H/I/J third place - Seattle Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
USA v Group B/E/F/I/J third place - San Francisco Bay Area Stadium — 5:00 PM PT

Thursday, 2 July 2026
Group H winners v Group J runners-up - Los Angeles Stadium — 12:00 PM P
Group K runners-up v Group L runners-up - Toronto Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Switzerland v Group E/F/G/I/J third place - BC Place Vancouver — 8:00 PM PT

Friday, 3 July 2026
Group D runners-up v Group G runners-up - Dallas Stadium — 11:00 AM PT
Argentina v Group H runners-up - Miami Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
Group K winners v Group D/E/I/J/L third place - Kansas City Stadium — 6:30 PM PT

Register a Team for the Shoreline Unity Youth Soccer Jamboree on July 12th

Join us for a dynamic 5v5 soccer jamboree celebrating the spirit of the game and the unity it brings. Whether you're playing to win or just love the game, this event is about community, competition, and connection. This free community event is open to boys and girls from under 9 to under 12.

Brought to you in partnership with Destination Shoreline, the City of Shoreline and the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, Lake City Collective, and Seattle Youth Soccer Association.

Flowers to start your day

All photos by Lee Lageschulte as she walked in Shoreline.

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