Distinguished local superintendent Dr. Larry Nyland was appointed Interim Superintendent of Seattle Public Schools by the School Board during a special meeting Friday.
School Board votes to name longtime educator to replace José Banda;…MORE
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Local marine artist and historian discusses Pacific Northwest and Alaskan Fishermen and their vessels
Fri, 07/18/14
Marine artist and historian James A. Cole will discuss his book "Drawing on Our History: Fishing Vessels of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska" from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 30 at The Seattle Public Library, Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd…MORE
Transit Advocates Launch Campaign to Pass Seattle Transit Plan
Thu, 07/17/14
On the heels of the Seattle City Council’s vote this afternoon to place a Seattle transit measure on the November 4 general election ballot, a coalition of transit supporters announced today that they are launching Yes for Seattle Transit, a…MORE
Two women rushed to Swedish Hospital after possible hazmat exposure
Thu, 07/17/14
Over sixteen Seattle Fire Department units have been dispatched to a hazardous material report at Keller Supply and Company at 3209 17th Ave. W. in Interbay.
Two women were exposed to something that caused them to have a rash and one to…MORE
Mayor Ed Murray hires Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs Director
Tue, 07/15/14
Seattle Mayor Ed Murray today announced Cuc Vu as his choice to lead the City’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA).
“I hope to establish Seattle as a leader in immigrant and refugee integration and create an environment that…MORE
Ballard prepares for its 40th Annual SeafoodFest
Wed, 07/09/14
By Christy Wolyniak
A salty, warm breeze rolls off the Puget Sound with that deep, ocean-and-seaweed scent that promises a bounty of fresh seafood for Ballard fishermen and an appreciative community.
Since 1974, the Ballard…MORE
City Councilmember Sally Clark to speak at Ballard District Council meeting July 9
Wed, 07/09/14
City Councilmember Sally Clark will be a guest at a meeting of the Ballard District Council July 9:
This Wednesday July 9, 7:00 PM at the Ballard Library (5614 22nd NW).
Please take advantage of this opportunity to share your…MORE
Seattle Goodwill Industries Announces New President & CEO Daryl Campbell
Wed, 07/09/14
Markee Foster, the Chair of the Board of Directors for Seattle Goodwill Industries, is pleased to announce that Daryl Campbell has been named the organization’s President and CEO. Mr. Campbell leaves his post as Interim President and Chief…MORE
A greener shade of history
Tue, 07/08/14
By Tim Clifford
Being at the front of the line to make the first historic retail purchase of marijuana in Seattle was not the initial plan for Ballard’s Deborah Greene.
“James [the owner of Cannabis City] came walking out the door…MORE
Reuben’s Brews named “top 10 brewery” at 2014 U.S. Open Beer Championship
Tue, 07/08/14
Reuben’s Brews came out a winner at the 2014 U.S. Open Beer Championship. The Ballard brewery tied for 4th place on the list of “Top 10 Breweries 2014” and was awarded four medals – gold for the Roggenbier, silver for the American Brown and Auld…MORE
