John Diaz, Seattle’s Police Chief since 2010, announced his retirement on April 8.
His retirement becomes official in May, at which time Assistant Chief Jim Pugel will take over as interim chief until Mayor Mike McGinn and Seattle’s City…MORE
West Seattle - News
Catsino draws a winning hand
Mon, 04/08/13
By Sarah WyattSpecial to the West Seattle Herald
Catsino, the annual benefit event hosted by Furry Faces Foundation, was back on April 7. The event featured 16 table games, all to benefit local animal charities including Community Cat…MORE
As Nickelsville claims stability, HPAC asks Mayor for move out date
Sat, 04/06/13
The future of the Nickelsville homeless encampment in the Highland Park area of West Seattle continues to hang in limbo, with tenants of the camp claiming productive meetings with Seattle police and the removal of trouble tenants while a…MORE
Local vintner Siren Song Wines to open tasting room inside La Romanza
Sat, 04/06/13
From Kevin Brown, owner and vintner at Siren Song Wines:
Hi, Siren Song Fans. I want to let you know that Siren Song Wines has partnered with La Romanza Bistro Italiano in West Seattle to create a "wine tasting room in a restaurant"…MORE
Sports Roundup for 4-6-13
Sat, 04/06/13
Monday, April 1 Mixed tennis Lakeside 11, West Seattle 0 The West Seattle High School mixed tennis team was swept aside by Lakeside in Monday Metro League action.
Tuesday, April 2 Boys soccer Franklin 4, West Seattle 3 Franklin edged out…MORE
Catsino silent auction is Sunday, April 7 at Beveridge Place Pub
Fri, 04/05/13
Information from Furry Faces Foundation
Hey Furry Faces Foundation Supporters, what do Texas Snip ‘em, Pig Craps, BlackCat 21 and Studless Draw all have in common?
"These are just a few of the thirteen crazy Las Vegas style games we…MORE
WS Kiwanis Canned Food Drive is Saturday, April 6th
Fri, 04/05/13
Information from Kiwanis of West Seattle
The Kiwanis of West Seattle is bringing the spirit of service alive in West Seattle by hosting a canned food drive to benefit the West Seattle Food Bank on Saturday April 6th from 9am to 3pm. The…MORE
Caroline Kennedy will visit Sanislo Elementary on April 8
Thu, 04/04/13
Seattle Public Schools press release:
Caroline Kennedy will be visiting the Sanislo Elementary School Library April 8 as part of her ongoing work as honorary chair of National Library Week. Local news media are invited to cover her visit…MORE
UPDATE: Monday night shooting victims linked to single West Seattle armed robbery attempt; One man arrested
Thu, 04/04/13
Update for April 6 The victim of a bungled robbery attempt in West Seattle who shot back at his attacker on April 1 is still at Harborview Hospital recovering from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest, and has been identified by Capitol Hill…MORE
UPDATE: Ex-PETCO project gets Land Use OK, early June start date expected
Thu, 04/04/13
Update for April 5 A spokesman for the project at 4724 California Ave. S.W. said they hope to start demolition of the old Petco building in "early June" to make room for the building detailed below.
Original post on April 4 The final…MORE
