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Bellevue in Review: The Most-Read Stories of 2025

In 2025, the stories that drew the most attention from readers focused on development projects, restaurant openings and closures, business changes, and major infrastructure updates across Bellevue. The list below highlights the ten most-read articles of the year. Top 10 Most-Read Articles of 2025 Next 10 Most-Read Stories (11–20) • […]

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225-Unit Apartment Building Planned for Wilburton Neighborhood in Bellevue

High Street Northwest Development, Inc. has submitted plans to build a new eight-story residential building at 1200 116th Avenue Northeast in Bellevue’s Wilburton neighborhood. The project would include approximately 215 to 225 apartment units, with about 10% expected to be affordable and the rest market rate. The building would have […]

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Bellevue Chamber Reaffirms Opposition to Payroll Tax That Would Exempt Seattle

The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce is restating its opposition to a proposed statewide payroll tax following new legislative proposals that would exempt employers already paying Seattle’s local JumpStart payroll tax. Under the proposal, companies that pay Seattle’s JumpStart tax would not be required to pay the new state payroll tax. […]

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Nurse-Led Ear-Piercing Studio to Open at Bellevue Square

Rowan, a nurse-led, mom-founded ear-piercing studio, plans to open its first Washington state location at Bellevue Square in Spring 2026. The 1,446-square-foot studio will offer ear-piercing services performed exclusively by licensed nurses using hypoallergenic jewelry. The company operates under medical guidelines and is supported by a medical advisory board. Rowan […]

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Indulge in ROYCE’ Chocolate: Holiday Gift Options

The holiday season is here, and ROYCE’, the well-known Japanese chocolatier, offers a range of seasonal chocolates perfect for gifting. The store is located on the second level of Bellevue Square. Made with high-quality ingredients and careful craftsmanship, ROYCE’ blends rich flavors with smooth textures, appealing to both casual chocolate […]