Mayor Mike McGinn visited Ballard on Tuesday, February 28th, to visit some of the local businesses and hear from the owners before attending a public Town Hall meeting at The Ballard Landmark.
"I like getting out into the community. I…MORE
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Ballard to benefit from Mayor's $1.1 million investment in neighborhood business districts
Wed, 02/29/12
As part of the Seattle Jobs Plan, Mayor Mike McGinn announced a $1.1 million investment in neighborhood business districts on Tuesday, February 28, part of which will benefit the forming of a Ballard Business Improvement Area.
"Our…MORE
Happy Leap Day!
Wed, 02/29/12
Happy Leap Day! You were given one extra day this year, so carpe diem!
Here are some fun facts about Leap Day.
- February 29th happens only every four years:
A leap day was added to the calendar to account for the added time…MORE
Ballard's Biggest Loser competition happening now at Edge Personal Training
Tue, 02/28/12
By Breanna Lai, UW News Lab
Dozens of Ballardites are stepping up to challenge their bodies and way of life by participating in the third annual Ballard Fitness Fest hosted by Edge Personal Training.
The competition kicked off on…MORE
An original August Werner painting up for auction at the annual Fishcake & Meatball Dinner this weekend
Tue, 02/28/12
The Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle is holding their annual Fishcake & Meatball Dinner this Sunday, March 4, at the Leif Erikson Lodge.
This annual fundraiser benefits the Norwegian Ladies Chorus' Music Scholarship Fund, which over…MORE
Community leaders respond to increase in violent crimes
Mon, 02/27/12
Today Mayor Mike McGinn and Councilmember Bruce Harrell were joined by community leaders and the Seattle Police Department to respond to recent incidents of violent crime in Seattle. The mayor detailed the recent launch of new violence prevention…MORE
On the BLOG: Full-beards to mysterious staches, facial hair supports local charity
Mon, 02/27/12
From the BLOG:
By Christy Wolyniak, Contributor
Bearded folk in Seattle found a new purpose for their facial hair this past weekend. Barefaced individuals were welcome, though they were handed a stick-on stache upon entry to Blue C…MORE
Ballard Bridge closures start today
Mon, 02/27/12
UPDATE:
The closure of the northbound lane of the Ballard Bridge will begin tonight at 8 p.m. until 2 p.m. tomorrow, and through the week the same.
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The contractor painting the Ballard Bridge for the Seattle…MORE
The Quilting Loft opens in new location
Fri, 02/24/12
On Friday, February 24, Angie Andreson, owner of The Quilting Loft, welcomed customers to her brand new shop on 2622 NW Market Street.
A small celebration was held for the opening of the new location, just across the street from The…MORE
Find the best bargains in Ballard at the Ballard NW Senior Senior's rummage sale
Thu, 02/23/12
It's rummage sale time again at the Ballard NW Senior Center.
Voted the Best Bargain in Ballard, the two-day sale features a great selection of gently used and antique items including household items, furniture, clothing, jewelry, games,…MORE
