Burien Police / King County Sheriff’s Office are offering a “helpful hint” to criminals about charges for Hit and Run: Here’s a helpful hint, in case you ever find yourself […]
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DAYNA’S DOSE: Is fear getting in the way of your best life?
By Dayna Mason Whether it’s the outcome of the upcoming presidential election, the projections of the pandemic on our economy, or anticipating the consequences of a mistake we’ve made, the […]
Posted inBurien News, Featured Post, Health & Wellness, Sports
Volunteers needed for October statewide Pedestrian and Bicyclist Count
From our friends at WABI Burien: Seeking Volunteers for the October Statewide Pedestrian and Bicyclist Count We need your help! The annual volunteer-based count of people walking and biking in […]
Posted inBurien News, Climate & Environment, Events, Featured Post
Wastemobile coming to Burien weekend of Sept. 18-20
The Wastemobile will be coming to Burien the weekend of Sept. 18-20, 2020, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The FREE event will take place in the parking lot of […]
Posted inBurien News, Climate & Environment, Featured Post, Health & Wellness, Weather, Wildfires
UPDATE: Wildfire Smoke air quality for Friday: ‘UNHEALTHY for everyone’
Photo of recent sunset by Elston Hill The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency and the health departments of King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish counties issued an alert about wildfire smoke […]
Posted inBurien News, Crime, Featured Post, Shootings
Review of Tommy Le shooting leads to finding many ‘shortcomings’ in King County Sheriff’s Office case
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Burien Police stop, arrest female vehicle prowler suspect
On Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020 at approximately 11:38 p.m., the King County Sheriff’s Office 911 communications center received a call of a vehicle prowl that had just occurred in the […]
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After strong-arm robbery in Burien, police issue warning about buying/selling products from strangers
After a strong-arm robbery in Burien, the King County Sheriff’s Office issued the following warning about buying/selling products from strangers: This is an important reminder to take precautionary measures when […]
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Wanted murder suspect eludes police after large search in Burien
If you wondered what the large police response was in Burien last Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020, the King County Sheriff’s Office says that detectives were attempting to find a murder […]
Posted inBurien News, Featured Post, Government, Letters to the Editor, Politics
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Secrecy and deception discourage budget solutions’
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a verified resident. It does not necessarily reflect the opinions of The B-Town Blog, nor its staff:] Dear […]
Posted inBurien News, Car Accidents, Crime, Featured Post
Hit and run in Burien sends pedestrian to Harborview Wednesday night
A hit and run at the intersection of SW 160th Street and 1st Ave South in Burien sent a pedestrian to Harborview on Wednesday night, July 29, 2020. The victim […]
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Call about vehicle prowler leads to arrest of burglary suspect in Burien
Burien Police / King County Sheriff’s Office is reporting about how a recent call about a vehicle prowler led to the arrest of a burglary suspect in Burien. On Monday, […]
Posted inBurien News, Featured Post, Schools & Education
Highline School Board votes to place Tech Levy on Nov. 3 ballot
At its Wednesday night meeting, the Highline School Board School Board voted to place a ‘Tech Levy’ on the Nov. 3, 2020 ballot. “All students need access to technology to learn […]
Posted inBurien News, Featured Post, Government, Health & Wellness
Recent increases in COVID-19 infections driven by cases among younger adults
Public Health – Seattle & King County is reporting that two weeks of sharp increases in COVID-19 cases in the county indicates a concerning sign that our community is moving […]
Posted inBurien News, Featured Post, Health & Wellness, Schools & Education
Highline Public Schools will hold drive-through graduation parades this year
Due to public safety concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic, Highline Public Schools will be holding drive-through graduation parades for the Class of 2020 this year. “We wish we could give […]
Posted inArrests, Burien News, Crime, Featured Post
Burien Precinct 4 Special Emphasis Team recovers stolen US Postal Service mailboxes
The King County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that stolen mail – as well as US Postal Service’s big blue mailboxes – were recovered recently following an investigation: Thanks to great […]
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Burien Police capture, arrest suspected truck thief
Burien Police / King County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that a couple of sharp-eyed deputies lead to the recent arrest of a stolen car suspect: Police say that on Friday, […]
Posted inBurien News, Featured Post, Government, Health & Wellness
Public Health recommends that even those with mild COVID-like symptoms be tested
Public Health – Seattle & King County announced on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, that COVID-19 testing is increasingly available and recommended even for those showing only mild symptoms. Here’s more […]
Posted inBurien News, Business, Featured Post, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics
Here’s what it’ll take to reopen a restaurant or bar during state’s Phase 2 recovery plan
On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee issued guidance for partially resuming the dine-in restaurant and tavern industry for counties granted variance under the Safe Start Phase 2 recovery […]
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DAYNA’S DOSE: Can belief in a “Higher Power” benefit you?
When we have a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves, regardless of how we define that something—research has shown that we are happier, healthier and live longer.
Posted inBurien News, Crime, Featured Post
Burien Police Detectives use GPS trackers to find, arrest mail theft suspects
From the Burien Police / King County Sheriff’s Office: The mail you steal just might be bugged: Over the last week, Burien PD detectives have been working with Postal Inspectors […]
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Two-man violent crime spree that started in Burien stopped Tuesday morning
Burien Police/King County Sheriff’s Depuites stopped a two-man violent crime spree that started in Burien on Tuesday morning, April 14, 2020. Police say that it all began at 5:05 a.m. […]
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Burien resident Eliav Cohen – who tested positive for COVID-19 – shares his quarantine journal
By Scott Schaefer When a calm, scenic hot air balloon ride is over and has gently returned to earth, the pilot and crew will open the parachute valve at the […]
Posted inBurien News, Business, Featured Post, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics
Burien City Council told citizens can get help & services they need during COVID-19 crisis
By Jack Mayne Following the onslaught of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Burien City Council heard that citizens are being reminded that evictions are not allowed, and the needs of […]
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DAYNA’S DOSE: COVID-19: The search for meaning in a pandemic
By Dayna Mason We hear a growl in the woods. We decide a bear may be coming for us and we prepare to run. This type of meaning-making ensures our […]
