Ballard Avenue's beloved Thaiku and its bar Fu Kun Wu will be closing after ten years due to ongoing dispute with the property owner causing the establishment to be displaced. Thaiku and Fu Kun Wu’s last full day of operation is Friday, December…MORE
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Green light for Hjarta II
Mon, 12/12/11
Phase two of the Hjarta development is moving forward after the environmental review found the project applicable.
The proposal for a seven-story structure containing 102 residential units above four live work units on 1537 NW 56th St…MORE
Talented but poor, Ballard musician calls for better support for Seattle musicians
Fri, 12/09/11
Ballardite William Charney is a Grammy-nominated musician and composer whose discography is extensive and talent priceless yet undervalued.
Retired after a successful 30-year-career as a social activist, scientist, and organizer in the…MORE
Ballard writers to sign books at Secret Garden tonight
Fri, 12/09/11
Ballard Writers will hold a group book signing event at Secret Garden Book Store in Ballard tonight at 7 p.m.
This is an opportunity to discover local authors and knock out some holiday shopping at Ballard's local book store.
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Dept of Ecology, Ballard's Furniture Spa settle hazardous waste appeal
Fri, 12/09/11
Ballard furniture stripping company will pay $45,200 to the Department of Ecology under an agreement to settle an appeal of a larger penalty issued earlier this year for hazardous waste violations, the Department of Ecology announced on Dec 7.…MORE
Holidays at Anthony's means Lutefisk season
Fri, 12/09/11
Looking for a special Scandinavian way to celebrate the holiday season with your family or friends?
Anthony's HomePort is once again serving its traditional Lutefisk dinner this holiday season.
Anthony’s Lutefisk comes from Olsen…MORE
Traffic Advisory: Holiday events and Seahawks game to draw large crowds
Fri, 12/09/11
In the late afternoon on Saturday, December 10, an estimated 10,000 people are expected to enjoy the free Annual Green Lake “Pathway of Lights” event. On Sunday morning, no less than 13,000 children and adults will brave the cold as they gather…MORE
Ballardite arrested in "Occupy K Street" protest in Washington DC
Wed, 12/07/11
A Ballard resident was arrested for civil disobedience in Washington DC today, after thousands of people converged for a major demonstration on the street that means high-powered corporate lobbyists — K Street in Washington DC. The arrests came…MORE
Tolling on SR 520 bridge starts Dec. 29
Wed, 12/07/11
The countdown is on for drivers who use State Route 520. Starting Dec. 29, drivers will pay an electronic toll to cross the bridge and the Washington State Department of Transportation is urging travelers to get ready by setting up a Good To Go!…MORE
Goodbye Viking Bank
Tue, 12/06/11
AmericanWest banners drape the signs that formerly read Viking Bank, announcing to the public that the merger and acquisition of Viking Bank is now complete.
After three years of financial struggles, the merger of Viking Bank and…MORE
