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Shoreline Library hosts Free Comic Book Day on May 3, 2025, featuring hundreds of comics from major publishers like Marvel and DC. The event begins at 11 am and offers comics while supplies last, with surprise guests expected. Registration is not required, encouraging attendees to arrive early for the best selection.
Shorecrest defeated Mountlake Terrace 6-1 in a girls varsity tennis match on April 30, 2025. Notable wins included Katarina Moye's dominant 6-0, 6-0 victory in singles. The match showcased Shorecrest's strong performance, particularly in doubles play.
Shoreline plans to purchase a 1.35-acre vacant lot for a public park to develop a BMX pump track. The site, located along the Interurban Trail, aims to address the community's need for more parks and support local businesses. A city council vote on the purchase is scheduled for May 5.
Team Pronto, a robotics team from Shorewood High School, hosts a fundraiser at SPUD Fish & Chips in Edmonds on May 3, 2025. Customers can support the team by mentioning "Team Pronto" when ordering from 11 am to 8 pm. The funds will assist students competing in the FIRST Robotics Competition.
Shorewood defeated Mountlake Terrace 9-1 in a fastpitch softball game on April 30, 2025. Shorewood's pitcher, Ellie Van Horn, recorded 10 strikeouts, while Bri Reyes led Mountlake Terrace with a triple. The win highlighted Shorewood's strong offensive performance, with multiple players contributing significant hits.
Filing week for local elections in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park begins May 5, 2025, and runs through May 9, 2025. Key positions include two Shoreline School Board seats and multiple council seats in both cities, with several incumbents seeking re-election. All residents can run for city council positions, while specific district residency is required for school board candidates.
North King County faces a severe shortage of temporary shelters for the homeless, with a ratio of 9.6 unsheltered individuals per available bed. The King County Regional Homeless Authority reported a 26% increase in homelessness in the region from 2022 to 2024. Despite this rise, the number of temporary shelter beds in North King County has only slightly increased from 85 to 198.
The Shoreline real estate market in May 2025 experienced a decline in sales, with total sales dropping to 35 homes. Despite this decrease, some properties showed resilience, indicating mixed market dynamics. The shift in buyer preferences is influencing the local market's trajectory.
The Parkwood Neighborhood Association will host a spring cleanup on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Community members are encouraged to participate in enhancing local parks and public spaces. This event aims to foster community spirit and environmental stewardship.
About 40 residents protested against Trump administration policies on April 27, 2025, at the Shoreline-Edmonds border. Organized by Everyday Activists, the event aimed to oppose budget cuts affecting Medicare and Medicaid, while attendees also donated food to Hopelink. Additional protests are planned for May Day on May 1.