After a final briefing that would grant concept approval and waivers for the reconstruction of Greenwood Fire Station 21, the Seattle City Council Planning, Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee approved the design for the new facility, which will…MORE
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Vacant lot to become materials exchange
Wed, 08/12/09
A long-time vacant lot west of the Ballard Bridge will be put to use in the near future as a materials exchange site.
The lot, located at 1515 N.W. Leary Way, is being fixed up by 5th Avenue Excavation, a Seattle-area excavation and…MORE
Housing opened by new center
Wed, 08/12/09
On Aug. 6, Navos, formerly Highline West Seattle Mental Health, celebrated the grand opening of its Burien Heights Residences. The apartments, which are located at 1115 S.W. 134th St. in Burien, offer 22 units of safe and affordable housing and…MORE
Primary races for two Des Moines posts
Wed, 08/12/09
While attention is focused on the decision over south North Highline’s annexation to Burien, the Aug. 18 primary will also winnow some candidates off the Nov. general election ballot. In Des Moines, incumbent council members Susan White and Dave…MORE
North Highline deciding annexation
Wed, 08/12/09
After years of controversy, voters in the south portion of North Highline have less than one more week to decide if they want to become part of Burien. Ballots must be mailed in by Tuesday, Aug. 18. Only residents in the annexation area may vote…MORE
Duwamish River pollution tests to start
Wed, 08/12/09
An agreement has been announced for pollution testing at a site along the heavily contaminated Duwamish River.
The state Ecology Department announced the deal with Crowley Maritime Corp. on Tuesday, Aug. 11, which calls for soil,…MORE
Duwamish Longhouse seeks participants for Saturday's garage sale
Tue, 08/11/09
The Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center is holding a community garage sale this Saturday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and the public is encouraged to bring items to sell and/or donate.
"It's a win-win," said Cindy Williams,…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Four-legged fundraiser a success
Tue, 08/11/09
West Seattle-based Animals First Foundation threw a silent auction and raffle Aug. 9 at Vino Bello Wine Shop and Wine Bar in Burien.
A few furry critters greeted the 60 or so guests who attended to lend their support to the animal rights…MORE
Draft released for Restricted Parking Zone changes
Tue, 08/11/09
After several hearings and meetings, the city has released its “draft Director’s Rule” on Residential Parking Zone's. There will be a month-long public-comment period.
While West Seattle currently only has one Restricted Parking Zone in…MORE
Junk removal company looks to help families in need
Tue, 08/11/09
With an increase in demand as high as 35 percent this year and a sharp drop in donations of baby food and formula, food banks across the city are desperate for donations.
Solid Ground is hoping a three-day initiative starting Aug. 19 by…MORE
