Overnight closures of NE 145th Street - May 4-15

 

Final Paving Closures at NE 145th Street and I-5 Interchange

Beginning as early as Monday, May 4, crews will do final paving, requiring overnight closures of the roundabouts and I-5 ramps at NE 145th Street. All work will happen at night from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Residents may notice increased construction noise and activity overnight. Crews will work to minimize noise as much as possible.

Nighttime construction will occur along NE 145th Street from 1st Avenue NE to 5th Avenue NE, including the I-5 ramps, overpass, and roundabouts from Monday, May 4 to Friday, May 15. All closure dates and times are weather-dependent and subject to change.

From 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly, crews will close the following:

•     NE 145th Street between 1st Avenue NE and 5th Avenue NE.
•     1st Avenue NE at NE 145th Street.
•     5th Avenue NE at NE 145th Street.
•     The northbound I-5 off-ramp to NE 145th Street.
•     The southbound I-5 on- and off-ramps serving NE 145th Street.
•     The NE 145th Street overpass and roundabouts.

Additional information 

•     Access will be maintained for emergency vehicles.
•     Drivers should plan extra travel time and follow signed detours.
•     A signed pedestrian path will be available.
•     During the closures, access to the Shoreline South/148th Station and the northbound I- 5 on ramp will be available from NE 155th Street.
•     Crews will work to reduce noise, when possible, but residents may experience increased construction noise during overnight work hours

Please follow all signage and move through the area carefully during construction.

Contact us

Email: 145thproject@shorelinewa.gov

24/7 construction hotline: 206-899-5127

Project webpage: engage.shorelinewa.gov/145corridor

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AG Brown sues Albertsons, Safeway, and Haggen for deceptive ‘buy one get one free’ deals

 

The corporate owner of Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen grocery stores has overcharged Washington consumers in more than 3 million transactions over a five-year period through deceptive “buy one get one free” deals, Attorney General Nick Brown argues in a new consumer protection lawsuit filed today.

 

Boise-based Albertsons Companies, one of the largest grocery store chains in the country, owns and operates all Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen grocery stores in Washington, totaling 225 retail grocery stores across the state.

 

The grocery stores entice consumers through “buy one get one free” (BOGO) promotions on staples such as bread, cereal, fresh produce, and olive oil. According to the complaint filed in King County Superior Court, the stores artificially hike prices of products slated for the supposed specials in the weeks or months leading up to a “buy one get one free” promotion, overcharging customers who purchase in the interim. Then they lower the prices within about 30 days after the deal is over. The net result is that consumers think they’re getting a second item free, but in practice, they’re just paying an inflated price for the first item.

 

For example, a Gig Harbor Albertsons hiked the price of a bottle of olive oil to $10.99 for the BOGO promotion from $6.99 a week earlier, an increase of 57%. After the “buy one get one free” deal ended, the store dropped the price back down to $6.99.

 

“We’re not going to stand for people getting fleeced by these deceptive practices,” Brown said.

“That’s why we’ve filed this case. We want to make sure we’re protecting people’s pocketbooks, and we all know that affordability is a major issue these days. We’ve got to push back when companies are misleading their customers.”

 

From October 2019 to May 2024, the defendants overcharged Washington consumers on more than 3 million transactions, the lawsuit says. The stores brought in as much as $19.7 million by attracting consumers into their stores with these deceptive deals.

 

This is not the first time the defendants have been accused of unfair and deceptive BOGO promotions in stores in the Pacific Northwest. Albertsons paid $107 million to settle a 2016 class action lawsuit related to misleading “buy one get one free” deals in Oregon stores. The companies also settled a proposed class action case filed in 2023 in federal court related to deceptive BOGO promotions in Washington stores.

 

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) alleges the defendants violated the state’s Consumer Protection Act by:

•     Engaging in unfair and deceptive acts or practices by artificially increasing the pre-BOGO price of items and then lowering the price shortly after the promotion ends
•     Misrepresenting prices and thereby engaging in an unfair method of competition

Brown is asking the court to rule that the stores’ conduct violates state law, stop the defendants’ use of unfair and deceptive BOGO promotions, provide restitution to Washington consumers, and pay civil penalties for each violation of state law as well as pre-judgment interest.

Assistant Attorneys General Bob Hyde and Shana Emile and Paralegals Judy Lim and Michelle Paules are handling the case for Washington.

 

A copy of the complaint is available here. 

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Shorecrest Sweeps Edmonds Woodway to Claim WESCO South Title 4-30

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

The top two teams in WESCO South faced off today in the final match of the season to determine the league champion. It is rare to see the top two teams meet with the title on the line in the final match, but that is exactly what happened as Shorecrest and Edmonds Woodway both entered the day with 10-1 league records. 

Earlier in the season, Shorecrest fell to Edmonds Woodway by a narrow 3 to 4 margin, with two matches decided by critical ten point tiebreakers. Edmonds Woodway’s only loss came the day after their spring break against Lynnwood. The stakes were high, and the tension was noticeable, but the Shorecrest athletes came ready to compete and battled on every court.

At first singles, Sophie Schmitz faced Abby Peterson in a match filled with long rallies early in the first set. Abby tracked down everything early and built a 4-1 lead in the first set. Sophie responded by raising her level and hitting aggressive groundstrokes to both corners, which Abby could not consistently handle. Sophie came back to win the first set 7-5 and carried that momentum into a 6-1 second set.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

At second singles, Zuma Vining took on Maddie Ash in a rematch from earlier this season. Their first meeting was decided by a ten point tiebreaker, so Zuma was eager for another opportunity. She applied constant pressure with strong serves and heavy topspin groundstrokes that kept Maddie on defense. When short balls came, Zuma stepped in and finished points decisively. Zuma earned a 6-2, 6-3 win.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

At third singles, Lauren Kajimura faced Izzy Beltran and delivered a very steady performance. Lauren showed excellent shot tolerance and consistency off both sides, forcing her opponent to earn every point. She also served exceptionally well, picking up several aces throughout the match. Lauren won 6-2, 6-1.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

At fourth singles, Mia Halset played Symryn Gill in a challenging match. Symryn used an effective slice and well-placed lobs that made it difficult for Mia at the net. After falling behind 3-0 in the second set, Mia adjusted her approach by being more selective about when to come forward. When she hit strong shots from the baseline, she moved to the net and usually found a ball she could volley for a winner. It was a close match throughout, but Mia came through with a 6-4, 7 -5 win.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

At first doubles, Sabina Schoeld and Thayer Katahara-Stewart of Shorecrest played Darcy Brennan and Sydney Bates. Darcy and Sydney are very active at the net, which makes them difficult to pass. Shorecrest countered with a steady mix of lobs that helped neutralize that strength. When a short ball presented itself, Shorecrest stepped in and finished points with clean volley winners to open space. It was a close battle, but Shorecrest prevailed 6-4, 6-4.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

At second doubles, Walker Temme and Siena Muoio of Shorecrest teamed up for the first time and played against Amelia Miller and Ava Oliver. The Shorecrest pair showed great chemistry and played with the confidence of an established team. They kept their energy high throughout the match and executed with strong groundstrokes and quick reflex volleys. Shorecrest earned a 6-4, 7-5 win.

Photos by Shannon Garbaccio

At third doubles, Parker Almquist and Nicole Kajimura of Shorecrest faced Jenna Hodson and Poppy Swenson in the final match on court, with both teams gathered to watch. The Edmonds Woodway team used effective lobs, which led Parker and Nicole to adjust their positioning and play one up and one back. That adjustment played to their strengths, as both players are steady from the baseline and willing to extend rallies. Their consistency and ability to finish at the net secured a 6-1, 6-4 victory.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

Shorecrest completed a clean sweep with a 7-0 team win over Edmonds Woodway and secured the WESCO South 3A Tennis Championship. This was a special season for this group. The team showed resilience, growth, and a commitment to improving every day.

They competed with composure in tight moments and supported one another across every position in the lineup. Winning the league title in the final match of the season against a strong opponent speaks to the work this group has put in all year. It has been a joy to coach a team that brings energy, focus, and pride to the court each day.

Photo by Shannon Garbaccio

Box Scores

Singles

#1 Sophie Schmitz (S) def. Abby Peterson 7-5, 6-1

#2 Zuma Vining (S) def. Maddie Ash 6-2, 6-4

#3 Lauren Kajimura (S) def. Izzy Beltran 6-2, 6-1

#4 Mia Halset (S) def. Symryn Gill 6-4, 7-5

Doubles

#1 Sabina Schoeld/Thayer Katahara-Stewart (S) def. Darcy Brennan/Sydney Bates 6-4, 6-4

#2 Walker Temme/Siena Muoio (S) def. Amelia Miller/Ava Oliver 6-4, 7-5

#3 Parker Almquist/Nicole Kajimura (S) def. Jenna Hodson/Poppy Swenson 6-1, 6-4

--Rob Mann

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Boys soccer: Shorecrest vs Lynnwood 4-30

Boys varsity soccer

Photo by Wayne Pridemore

4-30-2026

Shorecrest vs Lynnwood

Shorecrest 2 - Lynnwood 0

5th

Goal: Cole Ambrose

Assist: Ameen Tirhi

28th

Goal: Miles Garbaccio

Assist: Kaemon Chen

Shutout: Asher Martin

JV

Shorecrest 5 - Lynnwood 0

Shutout:

Tri Nguyen

-Jon Cottons

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