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Burien, Washington is located in King County. Zip codes in Burien, WA include 98146, 98168, and 98166. The median home price in Burien is $260,000 which is roughly $170/per square foot. More Burien information.

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2 hrs ago | The Waterland Blog

Registration now open for the 2013 Burien Brat Trot, coming Oct. 6

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)

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3 hrs ago | Federal Way News

Record breaking shortcake sales at this year's Wild Strawberry Festival

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

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7 hrs ago | The Waterland Blog

LOST: Blue and gold Macaw 'Maya,' last seen at Seahurst Park Monday

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.

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11 hrs ago | Federal Way News

24 bike racks installed as ribbon-cutting set for June 29

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

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Tue Jun 18, 2013

The Waterland Blog

LETTER: Did candidates violate city's rules at the Wild Strawberry Festival?

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 .

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Seattle Times

Seattle Arts and Lectures appoints Ruth Dickey new executive director

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

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The News Tribune

Residents question 3 finalists for Lakewood city manager; hiring decision could be as soon as Tuesday

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

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The Highline Times

City of Burien and RECAP/UP Burien LLC Reach Settlement Agreement

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.

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Mon Jun 17, 2013

The Waterland Blog

Get behind Exchange Club of Highline's Toilet Paper Drive this Saturday

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.

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Renton Reporter

Sound Transit to start building new Sounder station in Tukwila

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

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KOMO News

Purse-snatching victim, 94, wants century-old photo of her father back

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.

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Sun Jun 16, 2013

Kitsap Sun

Two injured when van runs off Highway 101

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

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Highline Times

Letter: Candidate left off Burien newsletter

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.

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Bellingham Herald

New Wash. K-12 standards prove challenging

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

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Sat Jun 15, 2013

The Waterland Blog

2012 serious crimes increase slightly in Burien, but overall rate remains good

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.

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Fri Jun 14, 2013

The Highline Times

Seeking ID on violent robbery suspect

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.

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The Highline Times

34th District Democrats make their endorsements, including Murray for mayor

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.

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The SeaTac Blog

This Week's Prudential NW Open House: Spacious view home in Shorewood

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.

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The Waterland Blog

LETTER: Candidate upset City of Burien excluded her from its Newsletter

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.

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The Waterland Blog

Wild Strawberry Festival runs this weekend in Burien

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)

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