In an era where most of our lives are filled with worries about commutes, commissions, and childcare, it can often seem like there is no room left in our busy schedules to be active members in the West Seattle community, and certainly no time to…MORE
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President removed at Highline College
Tue, 11/21/06
In a surprise move, the contract of Highline Community College President Dr. Priscilla Bell was terminated by the college board of trustees Nov. 16.
Board Chairwoman Dr. Elizabeth Chen said in a prepared statement that the decision was…MORE
Coach eager for new field
Tue, 11/21/06
When the new million dollar multi-purpose field behind the school opens in the fall of 2008, head coach Bruce Drager says it will be the happiest day of his coaching career.
The lack of their own site for track and field practice has kept…MORE
Council wrestles with North Highline annexation concerns
Tue, 11/21/06
The South Park Bridge loomed large in the debate over North Highline's possible annexation as Seattle City Council members criticized a proposed agreement with King County concerning responsibility for the dilapidated structure.
During a…MORE
Update--New Miss Burien Crowned
Tue, 11/21/06
Bekka Simmons, a 19- year-old Highline College student, was crowned Miss Burien 2007 on Nov. 18.
The new Miss Burien is a singer - the fourth in a row.
MOREField of dreams set to be realized at Ballard High
Tue, 11/21/06
Ballard High at long last is getting its very own multi-purpose synthetic turf field.
The Seattle School District and D.A. Hogan Architects, presented plans for the new multi-purpose field last week.
MOREAdded police to be hired
Tue, 11/21/06
A new public safety package adopted by the Seattle City Council could add about seven new sworn police officers in West Seattle by mid-2009, but some wonder if that's enough to address major staffing shortages in a police department that hasn't…MORE
Fire departments merger discussed
Tue, 11/21/06
Officials from SeaTac, Burien, Tukwila, Normandy Park, King County and the Port of Seattle gathered Nov. 14 at SeaTac City Hall for a presentation on cooperative fire services, including a possible merger of departments.
Retired Fire Chief…MORE
More cops coming, but some say not enough
Tue, 11/21/06
A new public safety package adopted by the Seattle City Council could add about seven new sworn police officers in Ballard by mid-2009, but some wonder if that's enough to address major staffing shortages in a police department that hasn't grown…MORE
Junction paving completed
Tue, 11/21/06
Traffic through the Junction is back to normal now that the new pedestrian crosswalks and repaving are finished.
California Avenue - from Edmunds to Genesee streets - has a smooth new surface and is painted with the traditional two lanes…MORE
