After closing and being sold for $13 million to accommodate new apartments, Sunset Bowl's presence had its last chance at staying in Ballard as its most recent owners put it up for nomination in front of the City of Seattle Landmarks Preservation…MORE
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Car thefts have dropped here
Mon, 11/24/08
Vehicle theft in King County in 2007 is down by 36 percent from an eight-year high in 2005, and law enforcement agencies are projecting a 55 percent decrease in 2008.
MOREViaduct tunnel route could cost $3.5 billion
Mon, 11/24/08
No matter which option is chosen for replacement of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, it will come with a big price tag for taxpayers to swallow.
A bored tunnel running under downtown from Royal Brougham to Roy Street may cost $3.5 billion. A cut-…MORE
Ferries on holiday schedule
Mon, 11/24/08
The Washington State Department of Transportation Ferries Division reminds travelers to allow extra time for ferry travel over the busy Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
There is no passenger-only service between Seattle and Vashon Island on…MORE
Snowflakes won't return to streets
Mon, 11/24/08
Last season was Ballard's illuminated holiday snowflakes last appearance on Ballard Avenue and Market Street.
The Ballard Chamber of Commerce has decided to not put them up this year due to the wear and tear on the decorations and little…MORE
Autographed football to aid Make-a-Wish
Mon, 11/24/08
How much would you bid for a one of a kind football signed by a list of over 50 luminaries that includes Jerry Rice, Steve Largent, Dave Krieg, and even Paul Allen?
Jerry A. Hermanson has made it his mission over the past four years to get…MORE
Panelists discuss economy at post-election analysis
Mon, 11/24/08
Residents of the 36th district celebrated democratic election victories, but also expressed deep concerns at Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles' 15th annual post-election analysis, Nov. 20 at Hale's Ales Brewery.
The event culminated in a panel…MORE
Catfish, collard greens now at the OK Corral
Mon, 11/24/08
West Seattleites now have a place to go for catfish, collard greens and other barbeque dishes. After opening a location on Greenwood Avenue 17 years ago, Otis Austin has now opened a new OK Corral restaurant at 4417 Fauntleroy Way.
When he…MORE
Workshops on school closures and capacity coming up
Mon, 11/24/08
The Seattle School District plans to close more schools due to budget deficits and declining enrollment. It will hold a series of public workshops as a step toward that goal.
The community is invited to two consultative workshops on Dec. 4…MORE
Train shop picks up steam
Mon, 11/24/08
Ten years have chugged by since train-enthusiast Scott Law opened the Electric Train Shop at 4511 California Avenue. Because he wheels and deals in a niche market, buying, selling, and restoring new and collectable model trains and accessories,…MORE
