On Wednesday, April 18th, a coalition led by the Sierra Club and PowerPastCoal.org presented their 20th Coal Hard Truth Forum at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Ballard.
These forums are in response to six different proposals…MORE
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UPDATE: The ‘Live Butcher,’ purveyor of quality meats and the resurrection of Bernie & Sons, is coming this summer
Thu, 04/19/12
Update for June 27 The West Seattle Herald first reported in April (see below) that Tom Salle of Bernie and Boys will open his own butcher shop near the Seattle/White Center line.
Salle was hoping to be open in time for July 4 festivities…MORE
Seattle School Board names top three finalists for Superintendent
Thu, 04/19/12
The Seattle School Board on Thursday announced three finalists for Superintendent: José L. Banda, Steven W. Enoch and Sandra L. Husk. Each candidate will be in Seattle to meet with the school board, the 25 member Community Focus Group, tour…MORE
Vinyl and Booming Amps: fifth annual Record Store Day celebrated in Ballard and internationally
Thu, 04/19/12
On Saturday, April 21st, in Ballard and around the world, independent record stores opened their doors and vinyl collections to celebrate the sixth annual Record Store Day.
Founded in 2007 by Brian Poehner, Carrie Colliton, Eric Levin,…MORE
Genesee-Schmitz Neighborhood Council meeting set for Thursday, April 26
Thu, 04/19/12
What would make our neighborhood a great place to live in 2020?
The Genesee-Schmitz Neighborhood Council (GSNC) is embarking on a neighborhood "Vision 2020" planning process, and wants your input and involvement.
After some time…MORE
First ever Pedaler's Fair to be held in Ballard this weekend
Thu, 04/19/12
The first ever Seattle Pedaler’s Fair will be held in Ballard this weekend.
Organized by Ballard's Swift Industries and Go Means Go, the event is a first of its kind and will showcase cycling related products from vendors from across the…MORE
Update: Garden plots still available in Burien
Wed, 04/18/12
There’s a couple garden plots left at Burien’s Community Garden.
The garden plots, open to Burien residents, are located just west of the Burien Community Center Annex at Southwest 144th St. and 4th Avenue Southwest.
To sign up for…MORE
Burien Farmers Market offers bounty of fresh produce, handicrafts
Wed, 04/18/12
Press release:
Find fresh-from-the-farm produce, locally crafted food products and unique handmade wares at the Burien Farmers Market opening Thursday, May 3.
The market operates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through October…MORE
April’s teen recovery night set for Monday
Wed, 04/18/12
The next Recovery Night for B-Town’s Recovering Youth in Motion is set for Wednesday, April 25 in the King County Library Multipurpose Room, 400 S.W. 152nd St.
The event is from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Young people 13-25, who are recovering…MORE
Our Tuesday shutdown explained: Our sites were attacked
Wed, 04/18/12
Tuesday afternoon, April 17, the websites of the Robinson Newspapers, www.westseattleherald.com, www.highlinetimes.com, and www.ballardnewstribune.com were the victim of an internet attack.
Known as a Directed Denial of Service attack, the…MORE
