UPDATE 2:30- The Rachel Marie, forced out of service for the morning runs across Elliott Bay has been repaired and resumes service beginning with the 3:45 pm run from Pier 50 to West Seatttle.
Press release: Jan. 30, 9:05 p.m.- Service on…MORE
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Des Moines Theater auctioning off vintage equipment, films and paraphernalia
Mon, 01/30/12
When Alki Homestead owner Tom Lin and partner Isaiah Dummer purchased the Des Moines Theater in December they knew it had been used as a storage place for the previous owners many acquisitions. But the full scope of what Richard Pappas had…MORE
Highline schools planning to expand program to teach students in both Spanish and English
Mon, 01/30/12
After successful pilot programs in two elementaries, Highline Public Schools officials are considering expanding the district’s dual language program.
In the program, students are taught in both English and Spanish. In April,…MORE
Only two days left to apply for parks and streets through Neighborhood Projects Fund
Mon, 01/30/12
The Neighborhood Projects Fund can be used for projects valued up to $90K to fund park or street improvements, such as playground improvements, pathway upgrades, tennis court repaving, accessibility improvements, traffic circles, traffic calming…MORE
Seattle Public Schools seeking waiver on making up two snow days
Mon, 01/30/12
Seattle Public Schools is asking the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) for a waiver on making up two days lost to the weather. The snow and ice storm that tied up the entire city on Jan. 19 and Jan. 20 delayed…MORE
On the Go Week of 1-30-12
Mon, 01/30/12
Owl Prowl at Lincoln Park 8011 Fauntleroy Wy. S.W. (north parking lot across from Rose St.) Saturday, Feb. 4, 4:30-6 p.m. Join enthusiastic, knowledgeable naturalist Stewart Wechsler on this owling adventure. Owling and an evening tour of the…MORE
Spokane Street Viaduct eastbound is closed this weekend; Expect traffic tie-ups
Sat, 01/28/12
The eastbound lanes of the Spokane Street Viaduct are closed this weekend, until Monday morning, January 30, at 5 a.m. During the weekend closure, either the First Avenue S off-ramp or the Fourth Avenue Loop ramp will remain open, permitting…MORE
UPDATE 2:SLIDESHOW- Riverside Memorial Plaza dedicated; Croatian immigrant fishing community honored
Fri, 01/27/12
Updated Saturday, Jan. 28, 11:40 p.m.
By Patrick Robinson & Steve Shay
The Riverside Memorial Plaza in the heart of the historical West Seattle Croatian immigrant fishing community took place Saturday, Jan. 28. The plaza is…MORE
Hi-Yu Spring Tea set for March 18; Will feature coronation of Senior Queen
Fri, 01/27/12
The Hi-Yu Spring Tea and Auction taking place Sunday, March 18th, from2:00-4:30 will feature a rare event, the official coronation of the West Seattle Hi-Yu Senior Queen, Kayli Schulz accompanied by her junior court Queen Thea Pulido, Princess…MORE
Local educators say Obama's State of the Union address hits close to home
Fri, 01/27/12
President Obama's State of the Union speech Tuesday night, Jan. 24, did more than touch on education, including the quality of public school teachers, the critical role of community colleges and tuition costs. He made it a major theme.
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