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Bellevue Ranks 3rd for Best Mid-Sized City for Post-College Careers

Known for its evolving area of opportunity for recent college graduates, Bellevue ranked third as the best mid-sized city in the United States for starting a career post-college. Due to its thriving tech industry and dedication to preserving a good quality of life, Bellevue stood out among other cities. Bellevue’s […]

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Former Educators Raise $5,480 for Back-to-School Backpacks in Bellevue

A group of residents from Pacific Regent Bellevue, an independent senior living community, successfully raised $5,480 and collected 12 backpacks filled with school supplies to support local children in need. The initiative was led by former educators Jackie and Mike McBride in response to a nearly doubled demand for back-to-school […]

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Electric Boat Tours from Bellevue Now Available on Lake Washington

Bellevue Lake Cruises has introduced a new way to explore Lake Washington this summer. Partnering with Duffy Boats NW, these eco-friendly electric boat tours offer an opportunity to experience views of Lake Washington’s landscape. The 90-minute guided cruises present a fresh perspective that highlights homes along the waterfront, the floating […]

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City of Bellevue Launches Adopt-A-Street Program

The City of Bellevue is excited to announce the launch of Adopt-A-Street, a new initiative under the Keep Bellevue Beautiful program. This community-driven effort aims to maintain Bellevue as a safe and clean city where residents can live, work, and play with pride. Adopt-A-Street invites individuals, families, businesses, and community […]

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, […]

Evidence for Machete Attack, Bellevue Police Department

Bellevue Resident Injured in Machete Attack at Apartment Complex

According to the Bellevue Police Department, officers recently provided life-saving treatment to a resident following an overnight assault involving a machete in downtown Bellevue on July 19, 2024. Officers responded to an incident on the 200 block of 111th Avenue NE. They found a 55-year-old male victim at the entrance […]

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Bellevue Police Ask Public for Help After Weekend Hit-and-Run Involving Juveniles

Bellevue Police are seeking the public’s help to identify juveniles involved in a deliberate hit-and-run on a bicyclist Saturday evening in Bellevue’s Clyde Hill.  Officers responded to an incident on the 9500 block of Lake Washington Boulevard NE. Witnesses reported that a silver Hyundai Elantra, occupied by juveniles, intentionally entered […]