Parade forecast: sunny and spectacular
It’s a beautiful day for a parade! The forecast for today’s Syttende Mai festivities — the parade kicks off at 4 p.m. — is a perfect 75 degrees. That’s a …
Month: May 2009
After 61 years, Ballard Camera is closing
One of Ballard’s longest-running businesses is closing. Ballard Camera on Market St. will be calling it quits on June 30th, owner Bruce Cozens told us today. He said the photo …
BHS selling organic veggies
Today’s a great day for gardening! The students at Ballard High are holding a plant sale today (Saturday) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They’re selling all organic vegetable starts …
Summer Streets takes over downtown Ballard
Downtown Ballard is busy this Friday afternoon at Seattle Summer Streets. An entire block is closed at 22nd Ave NW at Bergen Place Park. Many people are riding in on …
Busy weekend in Ballard
There’s a lot going on around Ballard this evening and into the weekend, and it looks like we’re going to luck out and enjoy some beautiful weather. This afternoon from …
Hundreds hit the streets for Bike to Work day
Today is the annual Bike to Work day, a day when people are encouraged to leave the car at home and commute on bikes. We stopped by the rider “commute …
West Woodland one step closer to new playfield
It’s recess at West Woodland Elementary, but you’d never know it by this empty field. The wet, mushy field is roped off with a sign that says “Field Closed.” The …
Burglary suspect arrested after short foot pursuit
A man who police believe is responsible for several burglaries in the north precinct has been arrested. According to the SPD Blotter, at 4:44 a.m. yesterday, officers responded to a …
Burke Gilman Trail closed in Fremont
Friday is Bike to Work day and many people will be riding along the Burke Gilman Trail, but the trail is closed through Fremont. Seattle City Light crews are busy …
Green streets project proposed for Ballard
During major rain storms, Seattle’s storm drainage systems are often stressed. With large amounts of stormwater and wastewater heading down to water treatment plants, pipes can fill up quickly. To …
The signs are down at Archie McPhee
The big neon “Archie McPhee” signs have officially left Ballard. This photo was taken earlier this afternoon by the folks at the wacky shop. The signs made the long trip …
Mystery time capsule to be opened
The old Norway Center on lower Queen Anne, most recently called the Mountaineers Building is almost completely demolished, but a piece of Seattle Norwegian history has been saved. Last month, …