Closing the Digital Divide in King County

Addressing the Need for Internet Connectivity In and Out of the Home

Greater Kirkland Chamber Of Commerce: Peter Kirk Golf Classic 2021

20414 121st Ave SE #3987, Snohomish, WA 98296

Gates Money Manager Faced Numerous Past Complaints: Report

Several employees at a Kirkland-based firm alleged inappropriate behavior by Bill Gates' wealth manager, the New York Times reported.

New Barnes & Noble Opens At Totem Lake This Week

The Kirkland bookstore will be Barnes & Noble's first new opening in the Seattle area in 14 years.

Longtime Gates Wealth Manager Had 2017 Harassment Complaint: NYT

A report details a rift in the marriage arose from the handling of a sexual harassment complaint against their Kirkland-based money manager.

Xfinity Internet Speed to Increase for Some Customers in Kirkland

Comcast will Boost Speeds of its Performance Starter+ and Gigabit Internet Packages this Week at no Additional Cost to Customers

New Investment to Connect Local Residents to the Internet

Comcast Reaches 10-Year Milestone for Low-Income Internet Adoption Program and Announced Future Investment Plans in Washington

Valor™ CEO Rick Niemi On Compounded Prescriptions

CEO Views collaborated with Rick Niemi, Valor Compounding Pharmacy’s CEO, on a piece for the Objective of Compounded Prescriptions

Small Businesses in Kirkland Can Now Apply for Relief Grants

Ready for Business Fund from GSBA and Comcast will Provide $2,500 Grants to Small Businesses Hit by Economic Challenges

Kirkland Area Bankruptcies In Year Of Coronavirus: See Trend

There was a big change in bankruptcy filings across the country last year. Here are the numbers for King County.

One-Year Anniversary of Pandemic Reveals Internet Usage Trends

Puget Sound Region Became “Testing Ground” for How Home Broadband Networks Would Hold up Nationwide

How Reliable Is Your Washington Electric Utility?

See how well power providers in the Kirkland area and across WA serve local customers.

Comcast Builds on Commitment to Digital Equity in Washington

Comcast Made Several Announcements this Week that Build on its Longstanding Commitment to Advance Digital Equity & Close the Digital Divide

Comcast Opens New Xfinity Retail Store in Totem Lake

New Store Features Welcoming and Modern Retail Environment that Highlights Xfinity Home and Comcast Business Offerings

Christmas 2020 Grocery Store Hours In Kirkland

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions at Safeway, QFC and more.

Kirkland Lifts Downtown Parking Restrictions And Fees Until March

Kirkland is suspending most parking enforcement downtown to help encourage patronage at local businesses at restaurants.

Connecting Vulnerable Students in Kirkland To Online Learning

Comcast Extends COVID Support with 60 Days of Free Internet for Low-Income Customers in Kirkland

Kirkland Receives Free Public Wifi Access from Comcast to June 30

71,000 Public WiFi Hotspots throughout Washington state will Continue to be Available to Everyone for Free, including Non-Xfinity Customers

Small Business Saturday 2020: Help Them Stay Afloat In Kirkland

Small Business Saturday can help local businesses across the country overcome pandemic hardships.

Which Kirkland Business Is Best Of The Year?

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a local Business of the Year.

Kirkland Small Businesses May Apply for Support from Comcast RISE

Recipients will Receive Marketing Consultations, Media Placements, Commercial Creative Production Services, Or Technology Services

ShopLocalKirkland.Com Creates A Digital Main Street For Kirkland Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of the US economy, contributing about 50 percent of GDP.

Kirkland City Council Seeks Public Input On 2021-2022 Budget

Opportunities to provide input at upcoming public hearings.

Kirkland Distributing More Relief Funds For Small Businesses

This month, Kirkland will begin sending more $5,000 grants to small businesses and nonprofits, funded by the CARES Act.

Kirkland City Begins Distributing Funds From Small Business Relief Fund Grant Program

The City received over 280 applications in August and September.

Juanita Friday Market Cancelled For September 18 Due To Poor Air Quality

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Juanita Friday Market In Kirkland Has Been Cancelled

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City Announces Kirkland CARES Grant Opportunity For Local Small Businesses

The grants provided through the Kirkland CARES Small Business Relief Fund do not need to be repaid.

Kirkland Opens Grant Applications For Small Business Relief

The funds may be used for rent, utility bills, operating costs and other business expenses.

Recall: Frozen Shrimp Sold At Costco May Contain Salmonella

Kirkland and other brand-name frozen shrimp distributed in Washington and nationwide are recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.

2 Kirkland Private Companies Make 2020’s Fastest-Growing List

The annual list released by Inc. ranks 5,000 of the fastest-growing privately-held companies in the United States.

Helping Connect Low-Income Students in Kirkland to the Internet

New Program Available for King County Schools and Non-Profits to Connect Low-Income K-12 Students to the Internet from Home

Kirkland Announces 'Evenings On Park Lane' To Support Businesses During Pandemic

The night-time closures of Park Lane to vehicles is set to begin from July 2 and last until Labor Day.

Kirkland To Invest Cares Act Funding In City General Operations, Human Services Needs And Small Business Assistance

The City anticipates that a second round of grant funding could be available as early as in the next few weeks.

Comcast Extends Free Public Wifi Access in Kirkland Through 2020

76,255 Public WiFi Hotspots throughout Washington state will Continue to be Available to Everyone for Free, including Non-Xfinity Customers

S&P And Moody’s Affirm City Of Kirkland’s Aaa Credit Rating For The Build America Bond Refinancing

Bond ratings indicate credit quality of the bonds being issued. AAA and Aaa are the highest quality and grade, indicating maximum safety.

Comcast Extends 60-Days of Free Internet to Low-Income Residents

Internet Essentials has Connected More Than 3,200 Kirkland Residents to the Internet

Kirkland Businesses May Re-Open But Remain Vigilant

The City and its Police and Fire Departments are monitoring the regional situation very closely.

Kirkland Strongly Encourages Businesses In Downtown And Other Commercial Areas To Remain Closed

The Kirkland Police Department is prepared to respond to any potential incidents.

Costco Requires Face Coverings For Shoppers During Coronavirus

Costco's updated shopping policies mandate masks for all guests and provide more options for seniors and first responders.

Eastside Cities Including Kirkland Launch Collaborative Coronavirus Business Response

The cities of Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, Redmond, and Renton today launched (re)STARTUP425.