Weather impact mild so far, more snow looms
While a few neighborhoods like West Seattle have been slipping and sliding, Ballard has emerged without any significant weather impact so far (other than Seattle Public Schools District starting two …
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Discount flower shop opens in Ballard
Radiant Blooms opened a couple weeks ago right next to Paseo on Seaview. The wholesale flower shop offers a modest inventory at a discount. “They have cut and potted flowers,” …
Coldest weather in 18 years in forecast
Forecasters are predicting the coldest stretch of weather since December 1990, when hundreds of pipes burst, flooding homes across the region. Temperatures are not expecting to get above freezing all week — on Thursday, the high is not expected to get above the mid-20s. Brrrr.
“Homeowners and businesses can save themselves a lot of heartache and expense if they take steps — right now — to winterize their pipes,” said Joe Mickelson with Seattle Public Utilities. “The alternative to acting now could be the cost of a plumber’s visit and huge repair bills for flood damage.” Read SPU’s important list of winterizing tips below:
14th Ave. intersection dedicated
One year ago, Agnes Meserole was hit and killed while she walked across 14th Ave. at 58th St. on the way to her teaching assistant job at St. Alphonsus Parish. …
Snow, ice on cold Sunday morning
Most of Ballard woke up to a winter landscape this morning. Despite the 28 degree temps, traffic is moving smoothly on the main roads around Ballard, including 65th St. and …
Snow blankets Ballard
The snow began to fall Saturday night, at first a gentle dusting, and then around 11 p.m. it was coming down in big chunks, sticking to the roadways. In Loyal …
Drunk man assaulted by teens
An inebriated man walking in the snow late last night was assaulted by teenagers on 11th Ave. near 62nd St., say police and a witness. Officers caught up with the …
‘No bailout for Austin Cantina’
As feared, Austin Cantina on 24th Ave. may not last beyond the holidays. “We’ve been very fortunate to have a solid base of neighborhood regulars, positive press, and Texan ex-pats …
The first winter storm of the season
It’s getting c-c-cold out there as a frigid winter storm blows into Puget Sound. If you see any storm damage (burst pipes, tree down, etc.) please post a comment below …
Go shopping on the Art Walk this weekend
Saturday is the last Ballard Art Walk before the holidays! Enjoy some art and cross some gifts off your list. This is a great opportunity to support our local businesses …
Viaduct finalists: Which is best for Ballard?
In a highly-anticipated announcement, the state has narrowed down the eight options to replace the viaduct to two hybrid proposals: 1) The “surface and transit” plan with three northbound lanes …
It’s MyBallard.com’s first anniversary
That’s right, one year ago today MyBallard.com launched with this first post. Thank you for all your support, especially those of you who have sent us email tips and provided …