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 …
Recycle your old shoes
Several Ballard stores want to take those old shoes off your hands. Market Street Shoes, Market Street Athlete and The Sneakery are teaming up with Soles4Souls shoe charity this holiday …
Get ready for winter weather
We could see our first blast of winter weather this weekend. The National Weather Service says that a storm could hit Friday into Saturday that would bring high winds and …
Tough times for Austin Cantina
It’s no secret that Ballard restaurants aren’t as busy as they were earlier this year, and Austin Cantina on 24th Ave. is no exception. Peggy Sturdivant from At Large in …