Shilshole Marina home to a piece of history
Nearly two years ago, a sailboat named Orion began its journey north from San Diego to Seattle. Only, it didn’t make it all the way. Almost 200 miles into the …
Month: April 2011
New Crime Prevention Coordinator for North Seattle
Wallingford and all of North Seattle will now have a new Crime Prevention Coordinator (CPC), Terrie Johnston, who replaces Diane Horswill and Neil Hansen. This new appointment comes after Seattle …
Mad dash for eggs at the annual egg hunt
It was all smiles and laughter this morning at the annual Spring Egg Hunt at the Ballard Community Center. Promptly at 10 a.m. the kids made a mad dash for …
The weekend events calendar
It’s all about Easter Eggs and music this weekend in Ballard. Here’s a look at the weekend events: Friday evening is the 8th annual Ballard Jazz Walk. For venues and …
ACME Rubber Stamp & Engraving Co. leaving Ballard
After 35 years, the ACME Rubber Stamp & Engraving Co. is packing up their Ballard store this weekend. They will reopen at 1620 NE 179th Street in Shoreline. Owner Chris …
Teens arrested after attack at Golden Gardens
Three teens have been arrested after what police are calling a “melee” at Golden Gardens just before 10 p.m. Thursday. According to the police blotter, about a dozen juveniles were …
Students help Japan, one bag of popcorn at a time
Students at Matheia School (2205 NW 67th St) invite the public to help them raise money for the Red Cross Japan and Tsunami Relief Fund. This afternoon at 3:30 p.m., …
Earth Day tips for a more efficient home
Today is Earth Day, a day focused on being a little “greener.” Washington Energy Services is a Magnolia-based family-owned company that sells energy efficient home improvement products and services. They …
Ballard state senator spearheads medical marijuana bill
A bill to clarify the rules surrounding medical marijuana is being forwarded to Governor Gregoire. 36th District Senator Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D) introduced Senate Bill 5073 with Sen. Jerome Delvin (R-Richland). …
Neighborhood Matching Fund goes virtual
It’s now easier to apply for a Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF.) The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods recently launched a web-based management system to allow community members to apply for funds …
Historic Ballard building up for sale
Earlier this month we reported that the Carnegie Library building is up for sale, now another old building in Ballard has been listed. This 1908 at 5410 Ballard Ave NW …
Get your computer checked in Ballard, help alleviate world poverty
Students from Ingraham High School want to give your computer a tune-up and check it for viruses as part of the Gumball Challenge. Photo courtesy the IHS Gumball Challenge Team …