The fine-dining restaurant Copine (6460 24th Ave NW) will close permanently in 2026. The owners announced the news on social media, saying May 30, 2026—the end of their current lease—will be its final day. Co-owners Shaun McCrain and Jill Kinney opened Copine in 2016. McCrain was a chef at the now-closed Queen Anne restaurant Book Bindery …
A group of Seattle residents is organizing to oppose plans to subdivide and develop residential housing on portions of the historic Crown Hill Cemetery. According to a press release from the group Save Crown Hill Cemetery, neighbors recently received notice from the City of Seattle about an application that would create residential lots on cemetery …
Thai Siam, the beloved Thai restaurant that closed temporarily earlier this year, is resuming its tradition of giving away free Christmas dinners to those in need. “At Thai Siam, we believe Christmas is truly a time for kindness, connection, and sharing. This year, we are opening our doors to offer a warm, FREE Christmas Dinner …
Ballard-based Rad Power Bikes has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection while pursuing a potential sale of the company. Rad filed the voluntary Chapter 11 petition on Dec. 15 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Washington. In the filing, Rad Power Bikes listed total assets of about $32.1 million and total …
By Sophia Cruise, Shoreline College student writer During his childhood, Kenny Alhadeff and his friend would pay 25 cents each for a movie ticket at the American Theater to watch some of his favorite films grace the silver screen. There, Alhadeff experienced the iconic adventures of John Wayne and Burt Lancaster as they set off …
Some Ballard residents may notice temporary discoloration in their tap water over the next few days as Seattle Public Utilities adjusts water operations, according to a notice from SPU. The changes may affect drinking water in certain neighborhoods shown in orange on the map below. Officials say the water remains safe to use, and any …
The National Nordic Museum is bringing some festive cheer this week with a concert of Nordic carols. Choral Arts NW will perform Nordic Jul, a concert of Nordic holiday carols, at the museum on Thursday, December 18, at 7 p.m. Nordic Jul will include Norwegian fiddling and Yuletide songs, one of several concerts Choral Arts NW …
Moshi Moshi has a new pair of owners after 16 years in Ballard. The new owners, Jay and Myung, are Moshi Moshi‘s fourth owners since it opened in 2009. The announcement made it clear that the new owners would keep the restaurant open and retain all staff, the current menu, and operations. Previous owners Rumi …
One man died and another was taken to the hospital after a kayaker water rescue at the Ballard Locks on Friday. Emergency crews responded to a kayaker distress call near the Ballard Locks, according to the Seattle Fire Department. The response took place in the 3200 block of W. Commodore Way, where firefighters were dispatched …
It’s time for the annual giant menorah lighting in Ballard. This year’s event will happen on Dec. 14, beginning at 5:15 p.m. at Bergen Place in Ballard. The event will include latkes, fresh donuts, a gelt drop (chocolate coins), a balloon twister, and festive music. It’s open to all ages and is free to attend …
A local creator has just released a new card game that features several Ballard breweries: It’s called Dank & Draft, inspired in part by the dense cluster of taprooms in Ballard. Founder Becky Young featured Reuben’s, Stoup, Obec, Wheelie Pop, Lucky Envelope, Old Stove, Rooftop, Distant West, and Fair Isle in the list of 26 …
Cookie’s Country Chicken has found a new home: They’ve moved from NW Market St to The Terminal shopping center at 907 NW Ballard Way. Cookie’s, which first opened in Ballard in 2021, announced its plans to move back in September, saying that the impending development of 1744 NW Market St meant they needed to find …