The Department of Planning and Development announced three new land use applications in the North Seattle area. The applications include subdivisions and approval to improve a shoreline recreation site on the canal south of Fred Meyer.
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Ballard Crime Watch: Man beaten with pipe and cookie-klepto takes a few
Mon, 12/15/14
Cologne fiend ransacks couple’s home, takes framed pictures of relatives
On Dec. 5, Seattle police responded to a burglary at a residence on the 900 block of Northwest 56th Street. The complainant told officers that when his wife arrived…MORE
New vegan food truck in Ballard
Thu, 12/11/14
by Erin Bosetti
A new food truck has popped up in south Ballard, near the now shuttered Two Bit Saloon (4810 17th Ave NW). Basil and Javi’s (pronounced ha-vi) is a vegan wonderland bringing delicious fresh ingredients to Ballardites on the…MORE
DPD grants permission for LIHI hygiene center at Cheryl Chow Court
Tue, 12/09/14
The Low Income Housing Institute's, (LIHI) Cheryl Chow Court (2014 N.W. 57th St.), is completed and has started to lease apartments.
Meanwhile, the Department of Planning and Development announced last week that permission has been…MORE
It’s not an invasion: on the spike in coyote sightings this Autumn
Mon, 12/08/14
By Amanda Knox
When asked about what sort of services have been provided in response to reports of coyote sightings in Ballard urban areas, Chris Anderson, District 12 (King County) wildlife biologist, responds, “What do you mean, services…MORE
Kohl-Welles seeks local students for legislative page program
Thu, 12/04/14
Each year hundreds of students ages 14-16 have the opportunity to participate in the Washington State Senate page program.
The page program is a hands-on educational experience that takes place on the Capitol Campus during the legislative…MORE
Changes coming to popular Baby Story Time at Ballard Library
Thu, 12/04/14
Every Monday afternoon, empty baby strollers crowd the entryway of the Ballard branch of the Seattle Public Library, as families gather together for back-to-back sessions of Baby Story Time hosted by Amy LaVare. LaVare, or “Miss Amy,” as she is…MORE
Ballard based start up won’t stand for wasted beer, develops system that saves brews and cash
Wed, 12/03/14
Most readers have heard the words “party foul,” or “alcohol abuse,” when a beer is spilled. Like milk, no one likes spilled beer, and when it affects the bottom line of a business, some hospitality operators are literarily crying over it. With…MORE
White House names Seattle “Climate Action Champion”
Wed, 12/03/14
Today the White House recognized Seattle as a Climate Action Champion, one of 16 local and tribal governments that demonstrated a strong and ongoing commitment to actions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience.
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Elephant advocates demand sanctuary for elephants during zoo board meeting
Tue, 12/02/14
Today, Friends of Woodland Park Zoo Elephants and other advocates demonstrated in front of the Education Building of the Woodland Park Zoo where the WPZ Board members were conducting a meeting.
In the frigid 36 degrees, over 50…MORE
