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
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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
Kohl-Welles’ latest anti-trafficking bill signed into law
Fri, 05/15/15
Washington state continued to be a pioneer in the fight to combat human trafficking today when Gov. Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5884, legislation creating a human trafficking information clearing house and activating the former Washington State…MORE
2015 Mayor’s Film Award Recipient: Megan Griffiths
Thu, 05/14/15
Today Mayor Ed Murray announced the 2015 recipient of the 10th Annual Mayor’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film, Megan Griffiths. The award recognizes an individual or entity for exceptional work that has significantly contributed to the…MORE
