Burien News

The Burien Brat Trot is one of the BEST community events around . All day long on Oct. 6, you will enjoy a Bavarian style celebration with entertainment, food, and a marketplace with crafts and vendors - all centered around the Burien Brat Trot 5k and one mile race ! The Brat Trot is anchored by Olde Burien's Tin Room - a favorite watering hole for ... (more)

Did you know that Burien arts started the Strawberry Festival in Burien back in the '70s? It's true.

BTB Reader Jeanna Lee wants everyone to be on the lookout for her lost blue and gold Macaw 'Maya,' last see at Seahurst Park on Monday June 17: "She was last seen flying from a tree by the parking lot around 9 p.m. on Monday," Jeanna told The B-Town Blog.

The Burien Public Works crew has installed 24 bike racks in the public right-of-way.

When one candidate running for a City Council position recently contacted the City of Burien about political booths for the Strawberry Festival, that candidate was told that no political campaigning promoting individuals, an issue or party was allowed from booths at the event .

Seattle Arts & Lectures has appointed a new executive director. It's Ruth Dickey, director of Cincinatti's Clifton Cultural Arts Center.

The search for Lakewood’s new city manager enters the homestretch Tuesday with interviews of the three remaining finalists.

On Tuesday, June 18, the City of Burien and RECP/UP Burien II LP, owner of three undeveloped parcels at Burien Town Square have reached a settlement agreement related to the sale of the three referred to as Town Square properties.

This Saturday, June 22, the Exchange Club of Highline will be holding its 4th annual Toilet Paper Drive at the Burien Albertson's at Five Corners from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Exchange Club members will be collecting toilet paper - along with cash donations - to benefit the area's three Food Banks: Des Moines, Highline and White Center.

A groundbreaking ceremony is set for 10 a.m. Monday, June 24, at the station , 7301 Longacres Way.

A 94-year-old victim of a purse-snatching is making a public plea. The woman is hoping for the return of a precious photo that's older than she is.

Two men were taken by helicopter to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle following a crash Sunday afternoon west of Hood Canal.

This Wednesday, the city of Burien sent out a newsletter to its approximately 48,000 residents and on the front page of that newsletter, it failed to list me as a candidate for council.

This fall, some classes may get harder for public school students - and teachers - across Washington.

Part I crimes - serious offenses including murder, rape, robbery, assault, burglary and larceny - increased by 7 percent in Burien in 2012, compared to the 2011 rate for these crimes.

The suspect pictured below is suspected of committing a series of bank robberies the first on January 16, 2013 at a Key Bank in Newcastle.

The 34th District Democrats, representing West Seattle, North Highline , Burien, Vashon and Maury islands, put it to a vote on June 12 and emerged with their list of endorsements for the August 6 primary election and November general election.

STB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest's Open House is a spacious 4,600 square foot view home in desirable Shorewood On The Sound! Walls of windows offer a picturesque backdrop for every season, and an expansive deck awaits entertaining and soaking in the scenery.

This Wednesday, the City of Burien sent out a newsletter to its approximately 48,000 residents and on the front page of that newsletter, it failed to list me as a candidate for Council.

Burien's annual Wild Strawberry Festival is this weekend - Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16 at Burien Town Square Park New this year will be the first-ever " Band-a-Palooza ," which will include numerous marching/symphonic bands playing live! Burien Parks and Recreation Booth : Come test your knowledge and answer questions about all things ... (more)