In a neighborhood that prides itself on its history, Ballard Hospital stands out. Built during the no-nonsense Eisenhower era, the building looks something like a five story concrete block; the kind of thing that might withstand an atomic blast…MORE
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Ceremony starts construction
Tue, 10/17/06
On a sunny fall afternoon, local lawmakers and supporters of Burien's Town Square joined together in an Oct. 10 groundbreaking for the multi-million dollar project.
Wielding ceremonial sledgehammers, Burien, state and federal officials…MORE
High-tech cons use voice mail 'vishing'
Tue, 10/17/06
Today's high-tech cons have become efficient at using the Internet to trick unsuspecting consumers into divulging personal information that can be used to steal your money or your identity. "Vishing" (abbreviated from voice-mail phishing) uses…MORE
General election guide for is mailed
Tue, 10/17/06
Many residents have already received their 2006 Voters' Pamphlet, a catalogue of the upcoming general election.
On Nov. 7 voters will cast ballots on three initiatives and a Constitutional Amendment. Voters will also decide on a U.S.
MORESea-Tac won't get a fourth runway, says commissioner
Tue, 10/17/06
Port of Seattle commissioners would not guarantee there won't be a fourth runway at Sea-Tac International Airport when they approved final funding for the third runway last week.
At a recent Highline Forum meeting, Burien Deputy Mayor Jack…MORE
80-year-old threatened by Admiral Way motorists
Tue, 10/17/06
Carol Longfellow's closet contains a variety of red coats, not because she's crazy for crimson, but to make her more visible to drivers when she attempts to cross busy Admiral Way.
Longfellow lives near Admiral Way and 48th Avenue…MORE
Principal gets $25,000 grant
Wed, 10/11/06
Chief Sealth High School Principal John Boyd has received a prestigious leadership award which includes a $25,000 grant to support the learning success of all students at the school.
Every year, the Alliance for Education presents the…MORE
State hikes park fees
Tue, 10/10/06
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission approved its first general fee increase for camping, overnight facilities and watercraft launch services since 2003.
The increases, intended to catch the agency up to market rates and to…MORE
Seattle Council places amendment on ballot
Tue, 10/10/06
The Seattle City Council has placed a series of amendments to the City Charter on the November ballot.
A key amendment will allow the council to reconfirm the appointments of city department heads every four years, including Parks and…MORE
South Lake High to locate here while new school built
Tue, 10/10/06
This school year West Seattle is home to five high schools, including South Lake High School, which will occupy the old E. C.
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