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Frederick Johns, Ballard resident for the past 23 years, published his first novel, "Whistler in the Rough," in December.

The book focuses on a fictional narrative set prior to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and is written mainly…MORE

Ruth Nelson, who moved to Ballard after World War II and lived in her Sunset Hill home for six decades, lived a life of adventure that took her all over the globe. But at the end of the day, she found there is simply no place like Ballard.

Izzy is a 2 1/2 year old Golden Retriever whose owner Dave Johnson said is a "total love dog" and who has an unusual behavior. She meditates.

"She'll splay her back legs so her belly is flat on the ground, she'll grab one of her plush…MORE

BallardNewsTribune.com is looking for a few good columnists to join our talented contributers.

We are looking for Ballard-area residents with a knowledge of, and an interest in writing about, any of the following topics: auto repair,…MORE

It has been a while since my byline has graced these pages, and the reason for that is I have seen some interesting changes in my life, including where I live.

When I realized I had to move, I was concerned that I would have to leave…MORE

A friend took this photo recently near Golden Gardens, and I was so surprised to see wild parrots in my Ballard hood!

There were actually three in total, one pair and a single, and may be Cherry-Headed Conures.

According to…MORE

“Have you actually been to the North Meadow at Golden Gardens on a summer weekend?” Seattle Parks event scheduler Callie Berry asks prospective brides when they contact her in January to reserve a wedding site for July.

The first week of…MORE

Here are 10 quick, easy things you can do to help yourself and your family live longer, healthier lives. Make these tips your New Year’s resolution. They are delicious ways to be healthier.

10. Avoid meats that are labeled “enhanced.”…MORE

This week marks 58 years of being a newspaper owner for Jerry Robinson, Publisher of the West Seattle Herald/White Center News, Ballard News Tribune, Highline Times, Des Moines News, SeaTac News, and FederalWayNews.net. He looked back at his…MORE

West Seattle’s indefatigable artist with the gravity-defying hair, Randy McCoy, lit up the room once again with his new collaged paintings, prints and sculpture at the “Super Duper Art Opening Reception” Friday night, Jan. 8, at Fetherston…MORE