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Ballard Corners Park, in the planning process for years, is one step closer to becoming reality with construction firms turning in their bids by May 28 and work possibly starting in late June.

The park will revitalize the intersection of…MORE

For the second consecutive year, Federal Way Television (FWTV) won Telly awards for its original cable television programs.

The 29th annual national competition honors excellence in television, video, web and film production.

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Community members pleaded with Seattle City Council members last week to consider more money for human services in the 2009-2010 biennial budget process, but the residents were told the city is facing a potential steep loss of tax income.

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Nikolas Maryan (3) of Federal Way is already a good driver. He motored down the sidewalk recently in his electric tractor with dad Tony Maryan not far behind. Nikolas is getting a good start. He's been in driver training since he was nine months…MORE

Yes, it's a landmark, but go ahead and knock it down.

After voting to protect the Ballard diner as a city landmark in February, the Seattle Landmark Preservation Board voted reluctantly, but unanimously, last Wednesday not to impose any…MORE

"My cousin Edith speaks English and Hebrew but counts only in Norwegian," said Dr. Eugene Normand.

Normand spoke at the Nordic Heritage Museum May 15. His talk was about Jewish refugees brought to Norway following World War II. Edith, her…MORE

Opinions were strong, and manners weren't polite, at an open house for the Alaskan Way Viaduct at Adams Elementary School last Thursday.

Placards stood on easels around the cafeteria, describing building blocks toward replacing the viaduct…MORE

Rep. Jim McDermott, D-Wash. has endorsed Barack Obama for president.

"I am proud to endorse Barack Obama today, because I believe he will bring us together to achieve the kind of change we need in this country moving forward," the Seattle…MORE

Before hiring a limousine or town car to celebrate your wedding or a prom, make sure it's licensed and legitimate.

"If you're planning to make your event extra special by using one of Washington's quality limo services, we suggest you do…MORE

A brighter, cleaner Crown Hill business district is in the works, now that a city grant has been awarded for improvements in the area.

The city's Office of Economic Development has given the Crown Hill Business Association a $6,000 grant…MORE