press release Work is now underway to repair and resurface the road deck of the old Spokane Street Viaduct (the raised roadway that connects the West Seattle Bridge to I-5). Eastbound traffic has been temporarily moved to the new structure to…MORE
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Herald photographer's images are part of Space Needle commemorative book
Fri, 04/20/12
Stop for a moment and think about how many photos might have been taken of the symbol of Seattle, the Space Needle. That number must be in hundreds of millions since the structure was first built for the 1962 Seattle World's Fair.
But few…MORE
King County achieves lowest possible borrowing costs for South Park Bridge bonds
Thu, 04/19/12
press release King County issued $30 million in bonds today to finance the County’s share of costs to replace the South Park Bridge. Construction of the new bridge began in May 2011, and it is expected to open in fall 2013.
“Once again,…MORE
UPDATE: The ‘Live Butcher,’ purveyor of quality meats and the resurrection of Bernie & Sons, is coming this summer
Thu, 04/19/12
Update for June 27 The West Seattle Herald first reported in April (see below) that Tom Salle of Bernie and Boys will open his own butcher shop near the Seattle/White Center line.
Salle was hoping to be open in time for July 4 festivities…MORE
Seattle School Board names top three finalists for Superintendent
Thu, 04/19/12
The Seattle School Board on Thursday announced three finalists for Superintendent: José L. Banda, Steven W. Enoch and Sandra L. Husk. Each candidate will be in Seattle to meet with the school board, the 25 member Community Focus Group, tour…MORE
Genesee-Schmitz Neighborhood Council meeting set for Thursday, April 26
Thu, 04/19/12
What would make our neighborhood a great place to live in 2020?
The Genesee-Schmitz Neighborhood Council (GSNC) is embarking on a neighborhood "Vision 2020" planning process, and wants your input and involvement.
After some time…MORE
Our Tuesday shutdown explained: Our sites were attacked
Wed, 04/18/12
Tuesday afternoon, April 17, the websites of the Robinson Newspapers, www.westseattleherald.com, www.highlinetimes.com, and www.ballardnewstribune.com were the victim of an internet attack.
Known as a Directed Denial of Service attack, the…MORE
Park safety and recent West Seattle crime discussed by SPD, Parks Dept.
Wed, 04/18/12
Seattle Police Southwest Precinct leadership and Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendant Christopher Williams swung by the West Seattle Crime Prevention Council meeting on April 17 to talk safety in our parks and general crime trends for the…MORE
West Seattle Chamber honors Pete Spalding and American West Bank at awards breakfast
Wed, 04/18/12
The West Seattle Chamber of Commerce honored Pete Spalding as West Sider of the Year and AmericanWest Bank as Business of the Year at their annual Awards Breakfast Wednesday morning April, 18.
Also honored were The Grove West Seattle Inn…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Taste of West Seattle packed and filling
Tue, 04/17/12
UPDATE: May 17 The 7th Annual Taste of West Seattle, a sampling of the best restaurants in West Seattle was jam packed with people there to taste gourmet offerings, although at times on tiny plates with even tinier forks. "I feel like I'm…MORE
