Raccoons attack cat on the Ridge
PhinneyWood reports a case of raccoons attacking a neighbor’s cat. As most Ballard residents know, raccoons are a common sight around here. In fact, one walked right into our kitchen …
Phinney Ridge-Greenwood
News and events for Seattle’s Phinney Ridge and Greenwood neighborhoods.
Phinney Market closing on Friday
PhinneyWood is reporting that Phinney Market will go out of business on Friday. The store has been struggling with financial problems. There will be a farewell BBQ from 4-7 p.m. …
Burbank, Carlyle proceed to general election
As of 2:30 a.m.the results of the “top two” primary are: John Burbank, 42.21%, Reuven Carlyle, 41.53% and Leslie Bloss, 16.26%. As expected, Burbank and Carlyle are neck-and-neck, and the …
‘Sundaes on Sunday’ at new Ballard park
Groundswell NW is holding an event this Sunday afternoon at Ballard’s newest park on 9th Ave. near 70th St. Called “Sundaes on Sunday,” neighbors in the area can enjoy an …
Carjacking on Phinney Ridge
A man driving his Geo Prizm around a traffic circle at 67th St. and 1st Ave. was carjacked and robbed, reports PhinneyWood. Yikes. Also, neighbors there report a sudden increase …
Snoose Junction opening Greenwood pizzeria
Environmentally friendly Snoose Junction Pizza of Ballard, will soon open a second store on the far north end of Greenwood. If you’re not already familiar with them, Snoose Junction has …
The weekend events calendar
– Friday night on Phinney Ridge, it’s the Outdoor Mystery Movie in the parking lot of the Phinney Neighborhood Association. Show starts at 8:30 p.m. – The Army Reserve will …
Recently on PhinneyWood.com
Some news from our neighbors to the east, Phinney Ridge and Greenwood… Couth Buzzard bookstore to throw a big sale on its final weekend The Pig ‘N Whistle reopened for …
‘Mutant bicycles’ descend on Ballard
Hundreds of colorfully dressed riders on often misshapen and mutant bicycles kicked off the 13th annual Dead Baby Downhill Race at El Chupacabra on Phinney Ridge Friday evening. Friday’s race, …
Recently on PhinneyWood.com
A few stories from our neighbors to the east, Phinney Ridge and Greenwood… Tully’s Coffee on Greenwood and 85th has closed Endangered (and cute) turtles get head start at zoo …
Coming soon to a store near you: 20 cent bags
The Seattle City Council has just approved a 20 cent fee on disposable paper and plastic bags which will take effect Jan. 1 at local stores, including Ballard Market and …
Critical Mass turns violent on Capitol Hill
This is out of the neighborhood, but nonetheless interesting considering Critical Mass came through Ballard the last time around, resulting in quite the discussion here on My Ballard. Last night …