Ballard - News

Those traveling by bus should be aware of Metro's holiday schedule.

Winter Break started for the University of Washington on Monday, which means limited bus services to the UW from now until school picks up again in the new year.

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On Wednesday evening, when Winter Solstice brings us the longest night of the year, WHEEL and the Church of Mary Magdalene will host a vigil to remember all the homeless people who died outside or by violence this past year.

The vigils…MORE

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) had certified Swedish Ballard along with three other Swedish campuses to provide emergency cardiac care services to patients throughout the Puget Sound region.

Swedish/Cherry Hill and…MORE

The commercial auctioneers at James G. Murphy Co. will be auctioning off Thaiku's antique Asian decor to the highest bidder on December 29, creating a unique opportunity for people to take home a piece of Ballard Ave's beloved restaurant and bar…MORE

The City of Seattle will be updating the Climate Action Plan in 2012 and is seeking community input.

The Office of Sustainability & Environment is asking for feedback on how Seattle can achieve a low-carbon future. Visit this link for…MORE

Starting July 1st, shoppers will no longer be asked 'paper or plastic' when checking out at a Seattle retail store.

In December of last year Seattle City council approved a plastic bag ordinance, Council Bill 117345, intended to help clean…MORE

Many Seattle residents wonder how they can fit all their wrapping paper, boxes, bottles and other recyclables into their cart during the holiday season.

As a reminder, Seattle residents can always recycle as much as they want at no extra…MORE

The Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) will launch its latest community program - the PNA Village - in January of 2012. This membership program is designed to help people remain in their homes and neighborhoods while staying active and…MORE

Seattle Fire Department reports that an overnight fire that damaged two homes in the block of 43th and 5th Avenue NW was determined accidental.

Seattle Fire investigators discovered that the fire started when combustibles piled too close…MORE

Superintendent Dr. Susan Enfield announced today that she won't seek nor accept the permanent position of superintendent when her contract ends in June.

"This was not an easy decision for me to make given my commitment to Seattle and to…MORE