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Mayor Greg Nickels has announced he will convene a youth violence prevention summit on July 7 with keynote speaker Marian Wright Edelman, founder and president of the Children’s Defense Fund and a nationally recognized advocate for disadvantaged…MORE

The Seattle City Council today launched a new Web site, Recession Resources for Seattle Residents, to help people cope with the current economic crisis.

The new site offers links to a variety of informational sites and resources for those…MORE

The Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center will hold the “Salmon Bake for Justice” Friday, July 3, from noon to 4 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Duwamish Legal Fund to pursue tribal federal recognition.

Prices include $20 for a salmon…MORE

The Ballard Chase branch was robbed at approximately 9:30 a.m. June 30 and the suspect is still at large, according to a Seattle Police officer on the scene.

The male suspect was seen fleeing the scene in a green Chevy van heading…MORE

Mayor Greg Nickels has announced the findings of two economic impact studies that show the manufacturing and maritime industries pump about $17.3 billion into the local economy.

The industries contribute about $93 million in tax revenues…MORE

The Washington State Department of Transportation has begun the second round of soil testing for the proposed bored tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct.

The soil samples and other geotechnical information gathered by crews will…MORE

This summer, Camp Long, located at 5200 35th Ave. S.W., will offer numerous opportunities for kids to discover what they can do to help the planet.  

Yoga in Nature Instructor Sarah teaches with enthusiasm for personal growth and…MORE

A decision by Seattle city planners last week has opened up the possibilities for filling Viewlands Elementary, which was closed by the Seattle School District in summer 2007.

City planners informed the district that a Seattle Municipal…MORE

Project organizers for a new Delridge Playground are asking for volunteers to help build the project in just one day.

Ideally, the playground, designed by KaBOOM!, and with significant input from the community, could use 130 volunteers,…MORE

Officials cut a ribbon Saturday, June 27 at Carkeek Park to re-dedicate its new Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary and Salmon to Sound Trail. Trail tours were given throughout the afternoon.

"We're saying plant a garden, save the salmon," said…MORE