Meghan Walker 
The Seattle Nordic Film Festival will return September 5–7, 2025, with screenings at the Majestic Bay Theatres in Ballard. An opening night celebration will be held on Thursday, September 4, …
The Ballard Bridge was malfunctioning for about an hour on Sunday afternoon, causing significant backups for drivers. SDOT shared that they were experiencing mechanical issues, which kept the bridge in …
A six-story apartment project planned for the corner of NW Market Street and 9th Avenue NW has received final design approval from the city, clearing the way for construction to …
A one-night-only “Fire Sale” is happening this Saturday, Aug. 23, from 5 to 9 p.m. at The Firestone Project (1145 NW Market St). The event will raise money for The …
A Crown Hill favorite has secured its future in the neighborhood: Thai Siam, the family-run Thai restaurant that first opened in 1987, has purchased the building it has called home …
Seattle police are continuing to investigate a shooting that injured a 35-year-old man at Golden Gardens Park on Saturday evening. According to the Seattle Police Department (SPD) Blotter, around 8 …
The “Reconnecting Ballard” Block Party is back for its second year, inviting neighbors to gather this Sunday, Aug. 17 at Take5 Urban Market for a day of food, music, and …
Ballyhoo Curiosity Shop (5445 Ballard Ave NW) is seeking community support after a break-in early last Sunday morning resulted in more than $20,000 in stolen inventory and significant damage to …
Sweet Mickey’s Candy Shoppe will host its 13th Annual Movie in the Park event this Wednesday, Aug. 13, featuring a free outdoor showing of Disney’s Coco. Tijuana Tacos will open …
A fundraiser is underway to support artists and small businesses affected by a fire that damaged The Ballard Collective building at 1766 NW Market Street last weekend. Seattle Fire crews …
Tumbles, a new gym for kids, is coming to the corner of 24th Ave NW and NW 57th St. Tumbles is taking over the former Fitness 19 gym (5680 24th …
Update 8/12/25: Seattle Fire says the cause was a dumpster fire in the alley behind Ballard Collective. The fire response included 55 firefighters, seven engines, four ladder trucks, Rescue Company …