The best of both worlds: UPrep alum Liz Bell reflects on her experience playing softball for Ballard High School

This is a sponsored post Ballard resident Liz Bell loves softball. She began by playing on an all-girls t-ball team while in kindergarten and has remained dedicated to this sport.  “Practicing softball nightly gives me the time and place to be meticulous about developing my skills, while also offering me a break from the stress …

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Clover Toys to close after 20 years in Ballard

Clover Toys, a long-standing toy store in Ballard, will close its doors on September 1 after more than two decades in the neighborhood. Owners Brittney and Alan Geleynse announced the closure following an unsuccessful GoFundMe campaign, noting that all donations are being refunded. In a statement, the owners said, “We are all deeply saddened to …

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Seattle Nordic Film Festival to highlight Danish cinema this September

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, at the National Nordic Museum. This year’s festival focuses on Denmark’s film history and contemporary cinema. Guest curator Thomas Christensen from the Danish Film Institute …

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Ballard Bridge malfunctions cause delays for drivers on Sunday

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 the raised position. The Ballard Bridge is experiencing mechanical issues and is closed to traffic. No current ETA for reopening. Use alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/yVRcoF9ksq — …

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Thai Siam owner buys building, secures future in Crown Hill

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 for nearly four decades. Owner Vhanthip “Nancy” Bhokayasupatt was able to buy the property after exercising her Right of First Refusal, matching a pending sale …

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Pie Bird Bakeshop set to open on Market Street this week

Pie Bird Bakeshop, already a popular fixture at the Ballard Farmers Market, will open its first brick-and-mortar location at 2218 NW Market St in Ballard on Friday, August 22. Owner Hannah Jacobsen has been baking pies for almost a decade, selling them at local markets and through her monthly pie subscription service. Now, after adding …

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