Burn ban in effect for King County
If you’ve been waiting to haul your Christmas tree to Golden Gardens for a mid-winter bonfire, you’re going to have to wait awhile longer. The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency …
Rising sea levels could flood Golden Gardens by 2050, city says
The city of Seattle has released a study that shows that parts of city will be flooded by high tides within the next 40 years, due to rising sea levels …
BHS sports this week
Athletes at Ballard High School are in for another busy week, with plenty of basketball games starting tonight. Here’s a look at the sports schedule for this week: Monday, Jan. …
Ballard District Council wants to know your thoughts on Metro changes
The Ballard District Council is leading an initiative to find out how Ballard residents feel about the recent changes in Metro service.They’ve put together a survey that highlights the changes …
Ballardites compete in Seattle Amateur Elvis Tribute Contest
This weekend, a handful of Ballard residents will be competing to be crowned Seattle’s Amateur Elvis Tribute Contest at the Experience Music Projec’s Sky Church. In honor of Elvis’s birthday week, the …
Thief makes off with car tires while residents at home
My Ballard reader, Heather Wade, sent us this photo of her car up on blocks, after a thief made off with all four tires from her car. Wade, who lives …
Design Review Board meeting for Ballard Lofts project
A Design Review Board meeting has been scheduled for the Ballard Lofts project at the corner of NW 65th St. and 24th Ave NW. The development will be a 72-unit …
Nearby: SPU remembers lost students, Lux Communities, and fire at Umpqua
Here are stories making headlines in nearby neighborhoods: SPU holds service to remember those lost in recent months – Fremont Universe Bitter Lake Reservoir park space to reopen Thursday – …
Second chance to meet Deadliest Catch crew on Saturday
The Ballard Brothers’ month-long food drive is culminating this weekend, so they’re bringing back the crew of Deadliest Catch to sign autographs and meet fans. Saturday, Captain Kenny and his …
Ballard Art Walk this Saturday
This Saturday, Jan. 12, is the monthly second Art Walk in Ballard. The walk starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 9 p.m., and will be showcasing painting, glass art, …
Demolition of Art Church
The Art Church is finally coming down, making way for townhouse construction at 2051 NW 61st St. My Ballard reader Dan’l Linehan sent us the below photo of the demolition. According to …
Golden Gardens restoration work party this weekend
On Saturday, Jan. 12, there will be a restoration party at Golden Gardens. The organizers say they need help removing invasive plants like ivy and blackberry that are taking over …