On the top of every parents’ mind was just how bad drug use and violent fights are at WSHS and according to Southwest Precinct Officers Bob Besaw and Tom Burns, the answer is good news; Not bad at all, and due in large part to the change in…MORE
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SLIDESHOW: Shawn Kemp, James Donaldson, Mayor at Concord School speak on child obesity
Thu, 10/28/10
Press Release Flanked by staff and students from Concord Elementary School, health educators, and former NBA all-stars James Donaldson and Shawn Kemp, today Mayor Mike McGinn kicked off local efforts to fight childhood obesity. Seattle’s efforts…MORE
Mr. Kotter meets Mr. Holland as alumni band plays Highline Homecoming Friday night
Thu, 10/28/10
A 50-year-old Burien man will fulfill his dream of reuniting Highline High School's finest musicians over four decades. Since August over 50 musical alumni have committed to playing one more gig--the Highline High School Homecoming game at 7 p.m…MORE
Development of Ballard's first major hotel back on track
Thu, 10/28/10
After a long and tumultuous development period, Ballard's first major hotel appears to be back on track and ready for a December ground-breaking at the former site of the Yankee Diner on Shilshole Avenue Northwest.
Earlier this month,…MORE
Sea-Tac Airport receives grant to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Thu, 10/28/10
The Port of Seattle announced Thursday, Oct. 28 that Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has been granted a large environmental grant.
The Port's press release: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will receive the largest grant of its…MORE
Roxhill Elementary teacher/librarian to receive Golden Apple Award for excellence in education
Thu, 10/28/10
Seattle Public Schools Press Release:
Patricia A. Bliquez, a teacher/librarian at Roxhill Elementary School, was named a winner of the 19th Annual Golden Apple Award for excellence in education. KCTS 9, a sponsor of the program,…MORE
Land Use Bulletin: 15th Ave. live/work development
Thu, 10/28/10
The following are applications or decisions made by the Seattle Department of Planning and Development that can be appealed or commented on by the public.
6559 15th Ave. N.W.
Land Use Application to allow a four-story building…MORE
UPDATED: Unknown source causes Salmon Bay oil spill
Thu, 10/28/10
The Washington State Department of Ecology, U.S. Coast Guard and a private cleanup contractor are responded to an oil spill reported Oct. 27 on Salmon Bay.
An unknown source, most likely one or more commercial vessels, released diesel fuel…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Sen. Patty Murray brings Main St. tour to Market St.
Thu, 10/28/10
While campaigning for reelection on a platform of bringing help to Main Street, U.S. Sen. Patty Murray did her best to single-handedly save Ballard's main street, leaving her Oct. 28 tour of Market Street businesses with a SeafoodFest tote…MORE
The things you must know when you call 911
Thu, 10/28/10
Stay calm.
That is the most important factor when calling 911, whether it’s for a medical emergency or a crime, according to Community Police Team Officer Kiehn with the Seattle Police Southwest Precinct.
“The way citizens most…MORE
