It's easily Ballard's biggest event of the year (sorry Syttende Mai) and it shows. Literally thousands of people littered the streets of our neighborhood to enjoy food and entertainment. What's more is they packed out nearly every single business…MORE
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John and Lois Constantine celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary
Fri, 07/12/13
John and Lois Constantine marked their 60th wedding anniversary on June 14 in Paris. The longtime West Seattleites were joined by their family for the occasion.
The couple then embarked on a celebratory river cruise along the Seine…MORE
Get your ArtWalk on during SeafoodFest
Fri, 07/12/13
When you're tired of lutefisk and salmon, take a stroll around some businesses and gander at some art.
On Saturday, 6-9 p.m., the Ballard ArtWalk, will coincide with SeafoodFest. The Ballard Art Walk showcases painting, glass art,…MORE
Lessons learned after faux-Comcast technician scopes out West Seattle home
Fri, 07/12/13
Editor's note: West Seattle block watch captain Carolyn Hart shared the following story (and a number of helpful tips) about a suspicious Comcast technician visiting a West Seattle home with Southwest Precinct Crime Prevention Coordinator Mark…MORE
Running to beat ovarian cancer
Fri, 07/12/13
If you ask Jeanne Pittari, she will be the first to say that she was never the best runner.
She always left that up to her spry, health-conscious sister, Mary Pittari.
Mary had lived in Ballard since 1995, was an active community…MORE
The Viking folks taking over The Stepping Stone
Fri, 07/12/13
Like a Phoenix, The Viking tavern rises to take over 24th Ave NW.
We already reported on long-time Aquavit joint the Copper Gate being transformed into Olaf's, inspired by The Viking's mascot and bought by fans of The Viking.
Now,…MORE
Guide to SeafoodFest: Lutefisk, beers, Nords and more
Fri, 07/12/13
Life is hard for a Ballardite during SeafoodFest. So much is asked of us and we have so little time to do it all. From drinking beer and eating barbecued salmon to seeing music and taking part in the annual lutefisk eating competition (we'll sit…MORE
Reelin' in the years: Charlie Ganong reflects in prep for Evergreen HS Class of '73 Reunion
Thu, 07/11/13
By Charlie Ganong
I can't believe it's been 40 years since high school—or the Stone Age, as it is often called. Just yesterday we were sporting shag haircuts (girls and boys) and bellbottoms, grooving to KJR and Colorful KOL, hanging out…MORE
Pet of the Week: Mr. Bones is an experienced climber
Thu, 07/11/13
Bridget Cussen and Tom Dancs are the owners of Mr. Bones who is a pure bred Redbone Coonhound they got from the Factoria Humane Society in 2009. Tom saw him online and Bridget went to see him. "We were originally looking for a Vizsla," said Tom…MORE
RatCity ArtCity will feature live artist painting July 11
Wed, 07/10/13
The Live Painting Extravaganza!
This Thursday, July 11th from 6pm - 9pm the sidewalks of White Center will be jammed with artists as part of the White Center Artwalk...with its own unique identity. RatCity ArtCity will feature live…MORE
