Danielle Anthony-Goodwin Songwriting finalist performances, historical societies and other group displays will kick off the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Hiram M. Chittenden Locks Centennial commemoration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, February 18, through, Monday, February 20. The locks officially opened on July 4, 1917. Rainer Valley and Fremont Historical Societies, History Link and Friends …
Celebrate Seattle’s annual Neighbor Day on Saturday, February 11, by participating in neighborhood activities or just indulging in random acts of kindness. Neighbor Day is a special day set aside to reach out to neighbors, make new friends, and express thanks to those who help make our neighborhoods a great place to live. Residents, businesses, and …
Here is today’s development update from the City of Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development (DPD) as posted in the Land Use Information Bulletin. Application: 2203 NW 63rd St A Land Use Application has been submitted to allow one 3-story, nine-unit rowhouse structure. Surface parking for nine vehicles to be provided. Existing structures to be demolished. …
Locals now have the opportunity to enter a competition to win free use of a one bedroom apartment for one year. “Rents have increased quickly in Seattle and it has created a strain on many budgets. We can’t ease everyone’s housing budget, but hopefully someone’s situation could be drastically improved,” writes the anonymous building owner who will …
Hiyu, the smallest ferry in the Washington State Ferries fleet, officially changed hands on Wednesday and was towed through Ballard Locks en route from Eagle Harbor to Lake Union. According to KOMO News, the vessel was bought by Menagerie Inc. for $150,000 who have plans to turn it into a floating entertainment venue. The Hiyu is the smallest …
To commemorate World Spay Day (February 28, 2017) Seattle Animal Shelter‘s Spay and Neuter Clinic is offering free spay/neuter packages to area pets that are scheduled for surgery between February 27 through March 3. “Spaying and neutering allows your pet to have a longer, healthier, happier life,” says Dr. Mary Ellen Zoulas, Director of the shelter’s Spay and Neuter Clinic. “It can …
The Ballard District Council’s next meeting is set for Wednesday, February 8, from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. and will be held at Merrill Gardens (2418 NW 56th St). Topics for the evening include the organization’s structure going forward without City sponsorship, continued support for Interbay industrial land, an introduction to a free tax preparation …
SDOT advises travelers that crews will continue work on the Magnolia Bridge this week as part of the assessment of the safe load capacity of the bridge. Travelers can expect: On Wednesday, February 8: Closure of the westbound curb lane on the bridge from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Intermittent traffic stops on the bridge …
Mike McConnell, David Meinert, and Jason Lajuenesse are bringing bringing Big Mario’s signature New York-style pizza and ’70s Brooklyn-lounge ambience to a new Frelard location next month. Big Mario’s will take over the late Bourbon & Bones space at 4350 Leary Way NW. The Frelard location will be the third to open in Seattle after the Capitol Hill and …
Earlier this week the residents of Woodland Park Zoo were also enjoying the excitement of a snow day in Seattle. Check out the fantastic videos below: Videos courtesy of Woodland Park Zoo.
The Seattle Public Library will host a Seattle City Light “Green Up” information table from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, February 8, 15 and 22 in the lobby at the Ballard Branch (5614 22nd Ave NW). Chat with City Light representatives about how local renewable energy projects in the Pacific Northwest can support clean energy …
A number of applications and decisions make up today’s update from the City of Seattle’s Department of Construction and Inspections as posted in the Land Use Information Bulletin. Applications: 1532 NW 60th St A Land Use Application has been submitted to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 3,149 sq. ft. …