Memorial Day in Ballard: events and what’s open and closed
Monday is Memorial Day, which means events around the city to pay tribute and remember those who died while serving in the armed forces. This weekend is also the annual …
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Volunteers to install new floating wetlands in Green Lake
A group of volunteers will be installing two floating wetlands at Green Lake on Saturday The Friends of Green Lake (FOGL) are organizing the wetland installation, happening on May 28 …
Good & Well Supply Co. plants roots in Ballard
A new candle shop called Good & Well Supply Co. will be opening its doors at its flagship location on June 4th. The store will feature products such as candles, …
Truffles & More to move to former Johnny’s Ballard Shoe Service
Truffles & More dessert shop is changing locations next month, with plans to move into the former Johnny’s Ballard Shoe Service shop at 5510 22nd Ave NW. Truffles & More …
Repaving planned for 15th Ave in Interbay, Ballard Bridge, Ballard in 2023
The 15th Ave NW corridor in Interbay, the Ballard Bridge, and in Ballard will undergo significant repaving in 2023. The Seattle Department of Transportation will begin construction in 2023 on …
Changes coming to Route 40 in Ballard
A number of improvements have been planned for Route 40 in downtown Ballard. The Seattle Department of Transportation and King County Metro are planning to create new dedicated bus lanes, …
Woodland Park homeless outreach connects 89 individuals to shelter and housing alternatives
City outreach efforts have provided resources and housing for 89 individuals who had been residing in Woodland Park. Mayor Bruce Harrell and District 6 City Councilmember Dan Strauss helped form …
Ballard FC to kick off inaugural match this weekend
Ballard FC, our local semi-pro soccer team, will play their first game this Saturday. Former Seattle Sounders player Lamar Neagle and Ballard High School graduates Sam Zisette and Chris Kaimmer …
Local artist creates his own temporary art gallery
A temporary art gallery has popped up in the former Classic Consignment building at 5514 24th Ave NW. Ballard resident, Kyle Perry, 30, had an important thought in January. He …
Scenes from 2022 Syttende Mai parade in Ballard
The return of Ballard’s Syttende Mai parade was met with thousands of spectators on Tuesday afternoon. Here are some highlights from the day, including a slow-motion video created by Adam …
Seattle Parks shortens opening hours at Golden Gardens for summer
There will be shortened opening hours at Golden Gardens this summer in an effort to curb crime in the evenings at the popular beach. Seattle Parks and Recreation will start …
Ballard Smoke Shop reopens today under new ownership
One of Ballard’s oldest dive bars has been given a new lease on life: Ballard Smoke Shop reopened today with a new owner. Owner Max Genereaux bought the Smoke Shop …