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Volunteers invited to help restore Kent’s Puget Power Trail on Oct. 28

Volunteers invited to help restore Kent’s Puget Power Trail on Oct. 28

Volunteers are invited to celebrate the sixth annual Green Kent Day from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Puget Power Trail… Continue reading

Volunteers invited to help restore Kent’s Puget Power Trail on Oct. 28
VICTOR J. VIDMAR, JR.

VICTOR J. VIDMAR, JR.

Victor passed away October 16, 2017. He was born in 1932 to Amelia and Victor J. Vidmar, Sr. in Renton, WA. Victor was awarded a… Continue reading

VICTOR J. VIDMAR, JR.
DIANA “DUGON” GOLDEN

DIANA “DUGON” GOLDEN

In loving memory of our mother Diana “Dugon” Golden born in Jackson, Mississippi in December of 1939. Daughter of Halbert Dugon and Alice Powell Dugon… Continue reading

DIANA “DUGON” GOLDEN
LESLEY REBECA PARROTT

LESLEY REBECA PARROTT

On the evening of October 14, 2017, Lesley Rebeca Parrott passed away surrounded by family. She was born January 9, 1989, in Kent, WA to… Continue reading

LESLEY REBECA PARROTT
Puget Sound Fire call report | Oct. 15-21

Puget Sound Fire call report | Oct. 15-21

A weekly look at the number of calls to the Kent-based Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority that serves Kent, Covington and SeaTac: Oct. 15-21 Total:… Continue reading

Puget Sound Fire call report | Oct. 15-21
Vehicles burn in Kent storage yard

Vehicles burn in Kent storage yard

Puget Sound Fire crews responded and doused a fire that burned five vehicles in a Kent car lot early Saturday morning. Flames were seen coming… Continue reading

Vehicles burn in Kent storage yard
Hamaliuk hits twice to lead Thunderbirds to win over Silvertips | WHL | VIDEO

Hamaliuk hits twice to lead Thunderbirds to win over Silvertips | WHL | VIDEO

Berlin has 31 saves in 4-3 win over Everett

Hamaliuk hits twice to lead Thunderbirds to win over Silvertips | WHL | VIDEO
Kent Police participate in DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 28

Kent Police participate in DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 28

Nationwide effort to reduce drug misuse targets unused prescriptions

Kent Police participate in DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 28
Ravens top Chargers in water polo; Kentridge hosts Middle School Night on Tuesday

Ravens top Chargers in water polo; Kentridge hosts Middle School Night on Tuesday

Auburn Riverside defeated Kentridge 15-11 in a North Puget Sound League match Thursday. Tommy Merchant had Ethan Clever each had five goals for the league-leading… Continue reading

Ravens top Chargers in water polo; Kentridge hosts Middle School Night on Tuesday
Kentridge shines in NPSL swim and dive showdown

Kentridge shines in NPSL swim and dive showdown

Kentridge junior Abby Long swims the 100-yard breaststroke during the North Puget Sound League girls swim and dive meet at the Hazen pool on Saturday.… Continue reading

Kentridge shines in NPSL swim and dive showdown
3 million Americans carry a loaded firearm daily | UW Medicine/Newsroom

3 million Americans carry a loaded firearm daily | UW Medicine/Newsroom

An estimated 3 million adult American handgun owners carry a firearm loaded and on their person on a daily basis, and 9 million do so… Continue reading

3 million Americans carry a loaded firearm daily | UW Medicine/Newsroom
Warriors battle past Thunderbirds | WHL | VIDEO

Warriors battle past Thunderbirds | WHL | VIDEO

Moilanen scores in 3-1 loss to Moose Jaw

Warriors battle past Thunderbirds | WHL | VIDEO
State veterinary association recognizes Fain for animal advocacy

State veterinary association recognizes Fain for animal advocacy

For his work in leading newly passed legislation to protect dogs from inhumane treatment, Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, was recognized as the Dr. Arnold C.… Continue reading

State veterinary association recognizes Fain for animal advocacy
Girl On The Road: Cartoonist Noel Franklin to discuss her graphic memoir-in-progress

Girl On The Road: Cartoonist Noel Franklin to discuss her graphic memoir-in-progress

Noel Franklin, an award-winning Seattle Cartoonist who formerly lived in Kent, shares her craft with the public at the Kent Regional Library on Saturday, Oct.… Continue reading

Girl On The Road: Cartoonist Noel Franklin to discuss her graphic memoir-in-progress
Soon-to-open Dave & Buster’s to host recruitment day

Soon-to-open Dave & Buster’s to host recruitment day

Auburn team to hire front and back-of-house positions during walk-in interviews

Soon-to-open Dave & Buster’s to host recruitment day
Sounder trains to run Sunday for Sounders FC match against the Colorado Rapids

Sounder trains to run Sunday for Sounders FC match against the Colorado Rapids

Sounders FC fans can hop aboard Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to watch their team take on the Colorado Rapids at 1 p.m. this Sunday.… Continue reading

Sounder trains to run Sunday for Sounders FC match against the Colorado Rapids
Jim Berrios. FILE PHOTO

Berrios: Equipped, ready to do the work and move the city forward | GUEST OP

By Jim Berrios/for the Kent Reporter Hello, my name is Jim Berrios. I represent you on the Kent City Council and previously on the Kent… Continue reading

Jim Berrios. FILE PHOTO
Dana Ralph. FILE PHOTO

Ralph: Sharing a vision to strengthen the city she loves | GUEST OP

By Dana Ralph/for the Kent Reporter Being mayor is a multi-faceted job with many layers and complexities. It requires someone with experience, education, dedication and… Continue reading

Dana Ralph. FILE PHOTO

Daniels: the right choice for Kent School District

As a parent of Kent School District students since 2005, and a community member for slightly longer, I have been actively involved in various ways… Continue reading

End the divisiveness over who is or who is not a patriot

The singular “official” military protocol when the USA flag is present, during public performance of the national anthem, is that active military members must stand… Continue reading