A final farewell to Sunset Bowl
With memories of happier times at Sunset Bowl, a group of former employees had the chance to take one last look. “That was our home,” the group told us in …
Month: January 2010
West Woodland celebrating 100 years
One hundred years ago this month West Woodland Elementary School opened its doors to the first students. More than 40 kids in nine 1st through 8th grade classes were the …
Also opens in Ballard
Also – yes, that’s right, “Also” — is Ballard’s newest hidden gem tucked away on 22nd Avenue Northwest. From antique gardening tools and sumo figurines to modern Toy2R collectibles and …
Lane closures on Ballard and Fremont Bridges
The Seattle Department of Transportation is making repairs to several area bridges this week. On the Ballard Bridge, the southbound right lane will be closed as crews complete guard rail …
BHS Annual Spaghetti fundraiser this Saturday
Help support Ballard High School’s Music Program this Saturday night at the annual spaghetti fundraiser. Enjoy dinner and performances by all the choral and instrumental groups from 5 p.m. to …
Demolition crews to level Sunset Bowl tomorrow
Update: Workers tell us that demolition has been delayed to tomorrow due to the unexpected amount of asbestos in the building and freon in the air conditioning unit that they’re …
Telephone townhall tonight
Just a reminder that your phone might ring tonight just before 6:30 this evening. State Reps. Mary Lou Dickerson and Reuven Carlyle will be hosting a telephone-town hall. Nearly 30,000 …
Kids bounce to exhaustion at Loyal Heights CC
Last Thursday afternoon, children had an alternative to rain-soaked playgrounds and swing sets. Bounce Fest, an indoor bouncing special event, was held at Loyal Heights Community Center. Center coordinator Melissa …
Nearby: Pay what you can, cyberbullying, coyotes
Here are stories making headlines nearby: PhinneyWood: Benches spruced up with billiard balls PhinneyWood: Corner Mart being replaced FremontUniverse: New acupuncture clinic lets you pay what you can QueenAnneView: 20+ …
Body found floating in Ship Canal
Just before 9:30 this morning, Harbor Patrol and fire responded to a report of a water rescue at 5320 28th Ave NW. When crews arrived, they found a body that …
Magnolia woman wins $1,000 shopping spree
This past holiday season, the In Ballard Merchants Association asked shoppers to enter for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree in Ballard. The lucky winner, Jenny N from …
Four projects recommended for city funding
Four projects have been submitted by the Ballard District Council to the city for funding through the Bridging the Gap Large Project Fund. Every three years the voter-adopted Bridging the …