The City of Bellevue is developing a comprehensive Electric Vehicle (EV) Roadmap to ensure adequate infrastructure, policies, and programs to support the anticipated increase in electric vehicles. The draft roadmap details strategies to accommodate the growing number of EVs on Bellevue streets and the necessary charging infrastructure for homes, workplaces, […]
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Food Truck Program at Bellevue City Hall Extended through October
According to the City of Bellevue, the food truck pilot program at City Hall Plaza will be extended through October 31. The program, which features a rotation of 11 different food trucks will continue to operate on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The extension follows positive […]
Amazon’s Return to Full-Time Office Work Expected to Affect Downtown Bellevue
Amazon has announced that, beginning January 3, 2025, all employees will be required to return to the office full-time. This policy shift, articulated by CEO Andy Jassy, in a message that was shared with Amazon employees on September 16, marks a departure from the company’s current hybrid work model. It […]
Cafe Hagen to Open New Location in Bellevue
Cafe Hagen will be opening a new location in downtown Bellevue at the Symetra Financial Center, located at 777 108th Avenue Northeast. The new café is scheduled to open September 16th, according to signage. Additionally, Cafe Hagen plans to open another location in Kirkland in the fall of 2024. Maria […]
MONOPOLY Introduces New Bellevue Edition, Launching in Spring 2025
Top Trumps USA has unveiled plans for a new edition of MONOPOLY focused on Bellevue, set for release in spring 2025. This special version of the iconic board game will replace the classic Atlantic City properties with features representing Bellevue’s prominent landmarks, popular parks, and favorite local businesses. The Bellevue […]
New Ownership Takes Over Avenue Bellevue Following Developer-Lender Agreement
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 […]
Hello Robin Cookie Shop to Open in Bellevue
Hello Robin, a bakery known for its specialty cookies, has announced plans to open a new location in Bellevue. This will be the bakery’s first Eastside location, expanding from its existing stores in Capitol Hill and University Village. The Bellevue store will feature popular cookie flavors including classic chocolate chip, […]
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 […]
Sound Transit to Introduce $3 Flat Fare for Link Light Rail Aug 30
Beginning August 30, 2024, the adult one-way fare for the Link light rail will be set at a flat rate of $3. This adjustment simplifies the current distance-based fare structure, where fares range from $2.25 to $3.50. The new fare system eliminates the need for passengers to tap their ORCA […]
VR Entertainment Venue in Bellevue to Open Aug 31
Mirra, a tech-immersed entertainment venue, is opening its first U.S. location on Saturday, August 31, at Bellevue’s Lincoln Square South. The venue, located on the third floor of Lincoln Square South across from Cinemark Reserve, offers a party game experience using virtual reality (VR). Along with the gaming experience, Mirra […]