National Nordic Museum launches virtual Run Like a Viking
The National Nordic Museum is hosting its annual monthlong virtual Run Like a Viking Challenge in August. Run Like a Viking, which went virtual in 2020, allows participants to complete …
Kangaroo & Kiwi owner taking over former Shingletown Saloon space
A new country-themed bar is planned for the former Shingletown Saloon space in Ballard. Bradley Howe, owner of Kangaroo & Kiwi, plans to open Country Roads at 2016 NW Market …
Jimothy the short-spined raccoon from Ballard becomes an internet sensation
Update: We’ve heard from some other Ballard residents who have seen Jimothy around their homes. A reader named Amanda told us she believes he was born in 2023—she and her …
Apartment fire displaces residents on N 45th St
A two-alarm fire at a three-story apartment building in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood displaced residents from all 12 units Thursday morning, according to the Seattle Fire Department. The Seattle Fire Department …
GoodMart announces late August opening on Ballard Avenue
A new seafood-focused business from Local Tide owner Victor Steinbrueck has announced plans to open on Ballard Avenue in late August. GoodMart shared the update this week on Instagram, confirming …
Seattle City Council approves Strauss utility discount expansion for low-income households
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation Tuesday that expands the city’s Utility Discount Program, making an estimated 31,000 additional low-income households eligible for reduced utility bills beginning in 2027. …
Ballard FC clinches fourth straight Northwest Division title, prepares to host USL League Two playoffs
Ballard FC is heading into the USL League Two playoffs with momentum after defeating Snohomish United 4-0 Sunday to secure its fourth consecutive Northwest Division championship. The two clubs entered …
Tableau renews Fremont office lease through next decade
Tableau will continue operating from its longtime Fremont offices after renewing its lease at the Data 1 building. According to the Puget Sound Business Journal, the Salesforce-owned software company has …
Ballard Commons Park to host free outdoor movie series in August
The Ballard Alliance is bringing back its annual Movies in the Park series this August, with four free outdoor movie nights scheduled at Ballard Commons Park. The weekly screenings will …
Fremont Library to close temporarily for air conditioning installation
The Fremont Library will temporarily close for nearly three months as crews install a new air conditioning and ventilation system. The Fremont Library (731 N 35th St) will close beginning …
Dan Strauss pushes for more Ballard bus service ahead of Seattle Transit Measure vote
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss is proposing two amendments that he says would improve bus service for Ballard, including prioritizing faster connections to downtown Seattle and light rail stations. The …
Salmon Bay Park to host first community book exchange
Salmon Bay Park (2001 NW Canoe Place) will host its first community book exchange on Saturday, July 18, inviting neighbors to swap books and meet fellow readers. According to event …