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Not in Ballard, but if you saw or heard some sirens while you were out and about today, it might've been for a fire at a vacant house in Wallingford. Seattle Fire Department's Fire Line Blog has the story:

"A fire at an abandoned home…MORE

Fire and police units responded to a heavy rescue call at the intersection of 12th Ave. S.W. and S.W. Cambridge St. around 4:40 p.m. on March 11 after a truck flipped in the aftermath of a collision with another vehicle.

No significant…MORE

Last night (Mar. 9,) I had the honor of attending the production of Jesus Christ, Superstar and want to say that it is truly one great show. The greatest story ever told comes to life on the small stage with a large cast. The casting is good and…MORE

With Ballardite Gael Tarleton having left her position as Port Commission President to become a 36th District Representative in the Washington State Legislature, Ballard officially has no one on the commission representing the neighborhood,…MORE

Carolyn Piksa was charged Wednesday afternoon, March 13 with Assault in the First Degree and Assault in the Second Degree in connection with the shooting of a co-worker on March 8.

The first degree charge was for the wounding of the…MORE

press release Mayor Mike McGinn and Seattle City Council President Sally J. Clark officially announced the formation of the Economic Development Commission (the Commission) to examine Seattle’s ability to compete in the global economy of the 21st…MORE

Press release from Obliteride:

The first-ever Obliteride will soon spin through West Seattle and White Center. Routes for the 25-, 50-, 100- and 180-mile rides have just been released. They offer various distances and terrains so all…MORE

Seattle Public Schools press release on Chief Sealth International High School's World Water Week festivities, March 19 - 22:

World Toilet Organization keynote March 19 will kick off student-led conference on global and local water issues…MORE

Discovery Shop 4535 California Ave. S.W. 206-937-7169 Spring clothing arrives March 18. March 15-17 we're celebrating St Patrick's Day. Clothing with green in it is half price. You won't want to miss our Egg Discount days March 15, 20 and 25 for…MORE

It's time for the monthly Ballard District Council this Wednesday, 7 p.m. at the Ballard Branch Library.

While there are no heavy-hitting guest stars this time around, you will get the chance to meet your new community officer Tim Wear (a…MORE