When Dawn Hemminger moved to Seattle in 1993, she lived in various neighborhoods before settling down in Ballard.
"At the time it was affordable and there was just something about Ballard that attracted me," Hemminger said.
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Ballard community lends a hand to struggling citizen
Fri, 01/20/12
By Shane L. Harms, Intern.
On any given day in Ballard, Tim Allen can be seen cleaning the sidewalks along N,W. Market Street in the company of his two Jack Russell Terriers, Rico and Zeta. Carrying a white five-gallon bucket for donations…MORE
Clear storm drains and watch for falling branches; warming temperatures bring their own challenges
Fri, 01/20/12
King County residents are waking up to a fifth day of weather-related challenges including power outages, slippery roads and reduced bus service. A mix of rain, sleet, and snow continues to fall in the region. As temperatures rise residents…MORE
School canceled on Friday, Jan. 20; brace for more travel headaches
Thu, 01/19/12
Seattle Public Schools will remain closed on Friday, Jan. 20 because of continued winter weather conditions. The John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence will also be closed.
“The snow is still falling and temperatures are low,…MORE
City encourages residents to get home before dark
Thu, 01/19/12
With ice and snow continuing to cause challenging travel conditions, the City of Seattle is encouraging people to get home before dark if possible. After dark, icy conditions may worsen and ice will become more difficult to see.
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Mary Schile hosts 10th annual Pie Party for cancer research
Thu, 01/19/12
Mary Schile, Ballard's Queen of Pie, is hosting her 10th annual Pie Buffet on Saturday, January 21, to raise funds for the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research at Swedish Hospital.
As a member of the American Pie Council,…MORE
Ballard Greenways a candidate for funding
Thu, 01/19/12
At a January 10 meeting of Seattle Greenway Organizers at the Beacon Hill Library, Seattle City Councilmember Sally Bagshaw, chair of the newly formed Seattle City Council’s Parks and Neighborhoods, announced a set of pilot Neighborhood Greenways…MORE
Another snow day for Seattle Public Schools
Wed, 01/18/12
All Seattle Public Schools will remain closed on Thursday, January 19 because of continued winter weather, including the threat of icy roads, making student transportation potentially unsafe.
Schools were closed today, and tonight’s School…MORE
Locals remember Ballard businessman Lafa Lane Jr.
Wed, 01/18/12
This afternoon locals will be remembering longtime Ballard businessman and sports fan Lafa Lane, Jr. who passed away on Friday, January 6 at 95 years of age.
"He was a very kind and generous man. A courteous man. I miss him," said…MORE
Slideshow: Snow Day 2012
Wed, 01/18/12
We are in the midst of a potentially historic snow storm here in Seattle and the snow is showing no sign of stopping.
Keep sending us your pictures and be part of history!
Email photos to anner@robinsonnews.com or just tag us in…MORE
