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Like a generous sibling, Seattle's Chinese sister city, Chongqing, has just donated $1.2 million for the "Knowing the Spring Courtyard," the first phase of the Seattle Chinese Garden. Located just beyond the north parking lot of South Seattle…MORE

The city has announced a matching fund grant of $4,375 for Bergen Place Park Enhancement to go along with a pledge by Friends of Bergen Place Organization of $7,588.

This project proposes installation of six 25-foot flagpoles to display…MORE

Cothron McMillian has been tabbed to become principal at Whittier Elementary School.

McMillian has an 18-year history as a Seattle Public Schools administrator.

Fishermen's Terminal is halfway through its transformation. Docks 5-10 are being redeveloped in a two-phase construction process. The $22 million project includes structural changes, utility upgrades and dredging.

In the end the terminal…MORE

A run-off election will be held this week for a position on the Ballard Avenue Landmark Board, the body that reviews and approves all changes to building exteriors and new construction within the historic district.

John Burreson, owner of…MORE

A love of old buildings and a desire to preserve history on Ballard Avenue is a common link among a group of property owners who have helped revitalize the area.

In 1982 architects Gene Morris and Gordon Lagerquist found themselves…MORE

When Russell Oberg and his wife sold their home last June, they figured they'd spend a relaxing summer aboard their boat on Lake Union before settling into their new condominium in Ballard.

Summer turned into fall, and the Oberg's original…MORE

The third annual Fallen Officer Fund raiser is a triple play this year with a softball tourney, silent auction and golf scramble.

Event organizer, Detective Mike Garske, has plans to raise as much or more than the $15,000 the group…MORE

On Sunday, August 19, the Steamer Virginia V will revisit her historic central Puget Sound routes by cruising around Vashon and Maury Island.

The National Historic Landmark vessel will steam past wharves and waterfront communities where…MORE

Leaders and Achievers(tm) Scholarship Program recognizes high school seniors with a grant from The Comcast

Three Federal Way area students have been recognized as Comcast Leaders and Achievers(tm) with a $1,000 grant from The Comcast…MORE