Avenue Bellevue, the billion-dollar mixed-use development located at 10300 Northeast 8th Street, has undergone a notable change in ownership. Andy Lakha, CEO of Fortress Development, has transferred ownership of the project to an affiliate of Silverstein Capital Partners, according to a recent press release. This transition follows closely on the […]
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Forbes Highlights Bellevue’s Thriving Culinary Scene
Bellevue is making headlines with its emerging culinary scene. Recently featured in Forbes, Bellevue is garnering attention for its diverse food offerings. Known for its tech industry giants like Microsoft and Amazon, the city is now turning heads with its wide variety of restaurants, from fine dining to trendy cafes […]
Bellevue Arts Museum Announces Closure
The Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM) has announced its closure to the public, effective Wednesday, September 4, 2024. The museum has been known for its exhibitions, cross-cultural programming, and events, including the Bellevue Arts Fair. Although BAM will cease its programs and exhibitions, its leadership remains committed to managing the Arts […]
Bellevue City Council Hosts 2025-2034 Budget Hearings, Community Invited to Participate
The City Council is actively engaging the community in shaping the future of its finances through a series of public hearings and information sessions dedicated to the preliminary 2025-2026 operating budget and the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan. These events are designed to invite residents to voice their opinions […]
Bellevue-Redmond Tourism Board Unveils Plans for 2025
On July 23, 2024, the Bellevue-Redmond Tourism Promotion Area (BRTPA) Advisory Board, led by Chair Caroline Dermarkarian, presented its budget and strategic plan for 2025. The plan focuses on boosting tourism and the economy in Bellevue and Redmond with targeted investments and innovative programs. 2024 Progress and Highlights In 2024, […]
Bellevue’s Central Business District Drives Growth in Eastside Office Market
The Q2 2024 Eastside Office Market Overview by Broderick Group reports significant activity in the Eastside office market, especially in Bellevue’s Central Business District, which continues to attract strong tenant demand. The report outlines key trends, vacancy rates, and rental fluctuations across the region. Bellevue has seen notable lease transactions […]
Bellevue Council Discusses Code Change for Converting Commercial Buildings to Housing
The Bellevue City Council held a meeting on July 16, 2024, to initiate the development of a land use code amendment aimed at increasing flexibility for converting commercial or mixed-use buildings into multifamily housing. The proposed code change is in response to a state law that went into effect in […]
Five Bellevue Grocery Stores to be Sold Amid Kroger-Albertsons Merger
It was recently announced that the proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger will result in the sale of many grocery stores, including those in Bellevue. A total of 124 stores under Kroger and Albertsons brands will be affected. Kroger, which owns QFC and Fred Meyer, and Albertsons, which owns Safeway and Haggen, are […]
Bellevue City Council Unveils 10-Year Affordable Housing Plan
In a recent Bellevue City Council meeting, members unveiled plans to embark upon addressing the issue of affordable housing. The proposed 10-year target, planning to be revisited after comprehensive community engagement and thorough analysis in the fall, aims to deliver 5,700 housing units. This ambitious move comes after a 110% […]
Online Retailer, SHEIN, to Lease Office Space at Bellevue’s Key Center
According to a press release from the online fashion and lifestyle retailer, SHEIN, they will be opening a Seattle-area office in Downtown Bellevue, expanding its U.S. footprint. The office space is located at Bellevue’s Key Center. The nearly 10,000 square foot space will serve as a hub for SHEIN’s U.S. […]