Builders here will be asked to pitch in to help purchase more parks and open space for the community and new residents many of the developments will bring here.
Groundswell NW has been the leading non-profit force for acquiring and…MORE
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Athletic club faces delay
Mon, 04/07/08
A $14 million redevelopment of the Olympic Athletic Club and new four-star hotel on historic Ballard Avenue has been put on hold while the owners seek funding.
Early last year, the city of Seattle and the Ballard Avenue Landmark District…MORE
Business expands elsewhere
Mon, 04/07/08
Business is good for many of Ballard's manufacturing and industrial businesses, and some are expanding - just not here.
The area's lacks of large warehouse space, coupled with rising land costs, make it difficult for a thriving industrial…MORE
Coast Guard asked to limit bridge delays
Mon, 04/07/08
The city of Seattle has requested that the Coast Guard restrict openings of the Lower Spokane Street swing bridge during rush hours to facilitate traffic coming into and leaving West Seattle.
Councilman Tom Rasmussen, an Alki resident who…MORE
VIDEO: Steve Cox Memorial Park dedicated in White Center
Sun, 04/06/08
The spirit of Steve Cox, and a chilly wind, were felt by many on the field and in the stands of the newly dedicated Steve Cox Memorial Park Saturday as family, friends, dignitaries, and many King County police and firefighters honored the deputy…MORE
Elliott Bay Water Taxi sails into summer: Service begins with Sunday, April 27 kickoff event
Sat, 04/05/08
The return of the Elliott Bay Water Taxi for another summer season will be celebrated with a kick-off event on Sunday, April 27 from noon to 2 p.m.
Refreshments, live music, and family activities will be featured at the event at West…MORE
Chainsaw event held to replace "Bigfoot"
Thu, 04/03/08
The owner of a Chiropractic clinic Dr. Tom Payne had his prized mascot Sasquatch Sam stolen last year and the thieves were attempting to cut off the legs to cover up the theft when they were caught 4 blocks away in a neighborhood backyard.
…MOREGarden where harmony, tranquility meet filmed
Tue, 04/01/08
A memorable feat was accomplished when Seike Japanese Garden was moved from its location on Des Moines Memorial Drive to the Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden.
Now this 45-year-old living work of art - a place where harmony and tranquility…MORE
Todd Beamer Dance Team wins fourth state title
Tue, 04/01/08
History repeats itself again.
For the fourth time in Todd Beamer High School's short five-year history, the Titan Dance Team walked away with the coveted title of State Champions.
Competing in the Hip Hop category, the Beamer Dance…MORE
Group to help bring clean water to tiny central African nation
Tue, 04/01/08
From Ballard to Bellingham to Burundi, an eclectic group of nearly 20 professionals and students, including a massage therapist, a self-ascribed "computer geek," a veterinarian assistant and alternative-rock drummer, and even a retiree from the…MORE
