Almost 100 years ago the Army Corps of Engineers built the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (Ballard Locks). It was built to support the movement of timber and coal from areas along Lake Washington to the Puget Sound. Today it remains a beloved Ballard…MORE
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Ballard film students win award at CineYouth in Chicago
Tue, 05/26/15
Two Ballard film students, Leo Pfeifer and Coleman Andersen, won Best Drama in the junior division at the CineYouth Awards on May 9, at Columbia College in Chicago. Their short film, “Stolen,” won the prize.
The film portrays a man…MORE
Mayor introduces legislation to create new licenses for marijuana businesses
Tue, 05/26/15
Mayor Ed Murray today unveiled new legislation for the marijuana industry. The proposal addresses the rise of the unregulated medical marijuana dispensaries and creates a path for dispensaries to join the fully licensed and legal marketplace.…MORE
Deadliest Catch BBQ set for May 30 at Pacific Fishermen Shipyard
Tue, 05/26/15
On Saturday, May 30, we’ll be at Pacific Fisherman Shipyard from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. for the Deadliest Catch BBQ. There will be VIP tours of Pacific Fishermen Shipyard, including the F/V Northwestern from Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch, and…MORE
Visiting Norwegian King dedicates Bergen Place Park mural
Tue, 05/26/15
Bergen Place Park filled with people last Friday afternoon for the second part of King Harald V's visit to Ballard. The King was there for the rededication of the Bergen Place Park mural, which was recently refurbished.
After a visit to…MORE
At Large In Ballard: Crossings
Wed, 05/20/15
By Peggy Sturdivant
It is not my imagination that the month of May, especially in Ballard, explodes with too many activities. The grand finale combination of flowering bushes and Syttende Mai is stressful enough in Ballard; the addition of…MORE
No arrest made after vicious attack at Golden Gardens Park
Tue, 05/19/15
Seattle Police are still investigating the details of an assault at Golden Gardens Park that took place on May 2 and left one man with nerve damage to his eyes.
According to Det. Drew Fowler of Seattle Police Department, officers have not…MORE
Academy nominates Ballard High School filmmakers
Mon, 05/18/15
The Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has announced nominees for the High School Awards of Excellence. These awards celebrate the most outstanding student productions from five Northwest states:…MORE
Reuben’s Brews opens second location in Ballard
Mon, 05/18/15
One of Ballard’s favorite breweries, Reuben’s Brews, has expanded to a second location, which means one thing to imbibers: more delicious, locally produced beer.
The new and larger brewery and taproom is located at 5010 14th Ave. NW, and…MORE
Thousands gather in Ballard to celebrate Syttende Mai; King of Norway to visit Bergen Place Park this week
Mon, 05/18/15
Thousands crowded the streets of Ballard for the 17th of May Festival Syttende Mai parade last Sunday. Norwegian flags flew in the hands of spectators and waved like cod tails behind vintage vehicles cruising before the whooping throng. Children…MORE
