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Keep in mind this week that there will be a lane closure on the Ballard Bridge.

Starting today from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the east sidewalk and northbound curbside lane on Ballard bridge will be closed for work on bridge lights,…MORE

Since we all know that Ballard is obviously the best neighborhood in Seattle, it's no surprise then that our beloved place brought home a score of recognitions from Seattle Weekly's annual "Best of Seattle" list. Most of them are for the many…MORE

Recently, the Department of Planning and Development recently identified throughout the city of Seattle about 800 unreinforced masonry buildings (URM), which, in the case of an earthquake, could have serious damage caused to them, according to a…MORE

It's that time of year again: next Tuesday is Night Out, the Seattle Police Department-sponsored street parties which take place in neighborhoods all over Seattle.

Seem like a paradox? Not so. The popular community event is not just meant…MORE

There are only nine days left for the Kickstarter campaign to fund a local comedy web series, "Locally Grown TV." (The campaign's website can be found here.)

The Ballard News-Tribune reported on the campaign last month. The show, which…MORE

The primary race for the open 36th Legislative District seat features five Democrats, one Progressive, and one Republican -- Ryan Gabriel. Despite sometimes being overlooked in a crowded field of challengers, Gabriel is running to represent the…MORE

Dear editor:

I wish to comment on the article "No promises for businesses in new development" as well as the article by the same reporter about the public meeting to the NW Design board. Mr. Bryan missed the anger and message. We cannot…MORE

When Stanley "Mick" McDonald started teaching driver's ed in 1968, cell phones were nonexistent, windows were rolled open by hand and class only cost $25.

Now, Forty-four years later, McDonald's long career finally came to an end when…MORE

Got garbage pickup today? You'll have to wait until next week.

The Waste Management strike by Teamsters Union drivers continues, meaning garbage, recycling and food and yard waste will not be picked up today in many areas, according to a…MORE

At Salmon Bay Park, the grass is green and full. Kids play on the playground, dogs run around panting and on a warm summer day people will lay their blankets down on the ground and relax.

But a few spots of brown can be seen, too. And as…MORE