Stoneway Hardware, which has been a fixture in Wallingford since 1986 is now open in Ballard at 4910 15th Ave NW. We spoke with Randy, one of the owners, who […]
Month: November 2010
Large locks closed for cleaning
The large lock at the Ballard Locks is closed for the next two weeks for annual maintenance. Photo from the 2009 closure During the closure, US Army Corps of Engineers […]
Seattle grapples with redefining graffiti
It’s the question that always spurs heated conversation. Is graffiti vandalism or art? A recent survey showed Seattle residents are almost evenly divided on the issue. Now, there’s a push […]
Veterans Day reminders
Here’s a look at what’s open and closed on Veterans Day: Schools – Closed Post Office – Closed and no mail delivery Government offices – Closed Most banks – Closed […]
Nearby: Mischief, Farmers markets, food bank
Here are stories making headlines in nearby neighborhoods: Fremont Mischief, a craft distillery, to open soon Greenwood Food Bank urgently needs food Magnolia Farmers Market to close unless community finds […]
Transportation issues on Ballard District Council agenda
This evening is the monthly Ballard District Council meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ballard Library (5614 22nd Ave NW). Here is a look at tonight’s agenda: 7 […]
Get creative this holiday season
Can’t think of what to get your friends and family this holiday season? Ballard author Jennifer Worick has an idea – a handmade gift. “I like – actually, love – […]
Hours added back to Ballard Community Center
(11/12 update): The City Council voted to approve the additional hours. Original report: A plan to drastically cut drop-in hours at the Ballard Community Center (6020 28th Ave NW) may not happen […]
Parks Department furlough days coming up
Some Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Friday and next Monday as part of the furlough program to fill the budget gap. All Parks facilities and offices […]
Rollover accident closes 32nd Ave NW
A one-car accident this morning closed 32nd Ave NW for a short time this morning just north of NW 80th. According to neighbors, the driver of this Honda told them […]
Neighborhood schools score high marks
When Seattle Public Schools released a new ranking of all schools in the district this morning, two of the top 12 ended up being right here in the neighborhood. Loyal […]
Former rescue pup found safe in Fremont
Updated: After visiting the Ballard Animal Hospital, it turns out the Boo-boo has a dislocated hip. “At some point Boo-Boo was hit by a car,” Kathryn, the dog’s owner emailed […]
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