Two land use proposals for large residential buildings in Ballard
Two separate land use proposals have been made public in Ballard. One is at 5601 24th Ave NW, which is a proposed seven-story structure containing 124 residential units, over 3,300 …
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Leif Erikson Lodge announces 2012 scholarships
The Leif Erikson Lodge No. 1, Sons of Norway, Educational Foundation has announced several scholarships for 2012. The applications, supporting documents, and recommendations must be postmarked by March 31, 2012 …
RoRo BBQ & Grill opening today
Today is the grand opening for RoRo BBQ & Grill, filling the old Zesto’s location at the corner of 15th Ave NW and NW 65th St. across from Ballard High …
Plots available at community garden, work party this week
With hints of spring in the air, the Harbor Church in Ballard is gearing up for their community garden. This Thursday, March 8 at 9 a.m., the church will host …
Strong turnout at Ballard Senior Center caucus
Updated: Mitt Romney won the Washington State Republican caucus. Details here from our news partner The Seattle Times. Earlier: Saturday at 10 a.m., a long line formed down the sidewalk …
Shilshole Gateway work party today
Today is a work party for the Shilshole Gateway on Sunset Hill from 9 a.m. to noon. Dave Boyd tells us they hope to plant bare root shrubs as the …
Republican caucus tomorrow in Ballard
Amidst the flurry of news about the Republican primaries, Washington state has been busy planning for tomorrow’s caucuses. To find out your caucus location, visit here. You don’t have to …
King County Deputy stabbed in Wallingford
A King County Deputy was stabbed this morning while responding to a call about a man sleeping at the bus stop in front of the Wallingford Center. Our sister site, …
Norwegian Ladies Chorus to hold annual music scholarship fundraiser this Sunday
This Sunday, March 4, is the annual Fishcake and Meatball Dinner to raise funds for the Norwegian Ladies Chorus’s Music Scholarship Fund. Over the years, the group has given thousands …
Large boat moving through canal, could cause delays this morning
According to our tipster, Silver, a large boat is moving westbound through the canal and is expected to cause some delays around the Fremont and Ballard bridges. The boat is …
Route 28 Express rerouting starting Monday
Beginning Monday, March 5 at 9 p.m., King County Metro will be rerouting five bus routes that use Aurora. One of those is the 28 Express, which serves Ballard. Southbound …
Ballard Coffee Works to open soon
The “drinkingman” sign is up, which means Ballard Coffee Works’s opening is just around the corner. As we reported in November, the coffee shop will take the place of the …