When longtime environmentalist David Ortman moved to the quiet neighborhood of Loyal Heights, the least he expected was that years later he would become engrossed with commercial airplanes.
"Flight traffic has increased significantly in…MORE
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Free performance of 'Stormwater: Life in the gutter' at Ballard Library on Saturday
Thu, 11/03/11
On Saturday, the Ballard Library will host Stokley Towles' "Stormwater: Life in the Gutter", a one-man performance that uncovers the world of urban rainfall and traces its travels from the clouds to the city’s streets, homes and businesses and…MORE
UPDATED: Transient woman found dead across from Ballard Locks
Thu, 11/03/11
UPDATE:
The dead woman has been identified as Karen Lee Pedersen, 45, and the cause of her death has not yet been determined.
(Early reports stated it appeared to be a death by natural causes, but the Medical Examiners and Seattle…MORE
Groundswell to match donations to Sunset Hill - Shilshole Gateway Project
Wed, 11/02/11
Groundswell NW announced that it will match donations up to $2,000 for the Sunset Hill-Shilshole gateway project.
The combined amount of money raised will go toward the Neighborhood Matching Fund grant project to develop an overall…MORE
Ballard High School student honored at the White House
Wed, 11/02/11
826 Seattle founder Teri Hein and Ballard High School student Meron Kasahun were at the White House today to receive an award from First Lady Michelle Obama.
The award recognized 826 Seattle for its effectiveness in developing learning…MORE
Election coverage: Mayor, health leaders call on voters to re-approve the Families & Education Levy
Wed, 11/02/11
Flanked by local health care leaders, Mayor Mike McGinn today called on Seattle to vote “Yes” on the Families & Education Levy so the City can continue providing successful “wrap around” services, including student health centers, to Seattle’…MORE
Bartell Drugs fosters neighborhood pride with iconic Ballard Neighborhood Mugs
Wed, 11/02/11
Created as a joint project between local tableware designer, Rosanna, and long-time Seattle institution Bartell Drugs to foster a sense of community, Bartell stores are now offering iconic Ballard Neighborhood mugs.
The mugs depict all…MORE
Ballard Coffee Works to open March 24
Wed, 11/02/11
There's a lot of framing, carpeting, and painting going on at the former Tully's space on 22nd & Market Street.
Seattle Coffee Works is expanding into that space with a second location to be called Ballard Coffee Works.
Monday'…MORE
Selling old gold: a look into the gold-buying business
Mon, 10/31/11
By Theresa Edwards, Intern
Looking to sell that antique gold bracelet that’s been collecting dust in your jewelry box? Wondering how much those gold coins are worth? There are many infomercials on TV lately asking people to sell their gold…MORE
Reminder: Ballard writers come together to host second annual book slam
Mon, 10/31/11
After the standing room only success of their 2010 event writers, Ballard Writers present their second annual Book Slam on Friday, November 18, 2011.
Taking place at Sunset Hill Community Club, over 22 writers will have three minutes…MORE
