information from SWSHS
Local author, hiker, historian and professor, Judy Bentley will talk about her book,Hiking Washington’s History (University of Washington Press, 2010), focusing on two local trails--the Duwamish River trail--the only…MORE
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West Seattle woman robbed in her home; Suspect at large
Thu, 03/23/17
information from Seattle Police
Robbery detectives are searching for a man who broke into a West Seattle home this morning and robbed a woman as she was watching TV. Police have developed a sketch of the suspect, described as a white,…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Admiral Theater celebrates re-opening with ceremony and classic films
Wed, 03/22/17
With about 150 people looking on, a ribbon cutting (that was actually film) was held at the now restored Admiral Theater on March 22. Emceed by Clay Eals, Executive Director of the Southwest Seattle Historical Society the event was attended by…MORE
Suspected arsonist/thief foiled by owner caught, chilled, thrown in the cooler
Wed, 03/22/17
A suspected arsonist/burglar was caught at Harbor Marina on Harbor Island on March 22.
According to the police the suspect arrived in a kayak and attempted to start a fire at one of the covered slips. The owner of the slip saw him and…MORE
Catsino is back! Have fun and help animals at the same time April 2
Wed, 03/22/17
Four stellar animal rescue/advocacy groups! Local businesses showering you with grand prizes! Unique silent auction benefitting animals! Crazy games like Studless Draw, Pig Craps, and Lucy's Keg Roll! What better way to spend your Sunday…MORE
West Seattle Food Bank Open House set for March 25
Wed, 03/22/17
The West Seattle Food Bank is holding an open house to show off the significant changes they have made, Saturday, March 25th, 3 – 6 pm.
The board of directors and staff will be on hand to tell visitors about their new “shopping style”…MORE
West Seattle Junction is one step closer to acquiring its own Residential Parking Zone
Tue, 03/21/17
By Gwen Davis
It ain’t news: parking in Seattle is difficult. Finding street parking in West Seattle can be kinder than in other areas — such as the north end, Capitol Hill and downtown — but as new people continue to move into West…MORE
Washington State's regional fishery enhancement groups: Making a real difference for salmon (and orcas)
Tue, 03/21/17
information from the Whale Trail
Salmon, the primary food for our endangered orcas (J, K and L pods), are in trouble. Almost 20 years ago the state of Washington created a network of 14 non-profits to work with local communities on salmon…MORE
Vehicle plunges off of I-5 after hit and run collision
Tue, 03/21/17
information from Washington State Patrol
At approximately 4:28am on March 20, 2017, a vehicle was observed traveling SB I-5 north of Spokane St. at a high rate of speed. This vehicle went out of control and struck a gold Chevrolet Tahoe…MORE
Alki's Bar-S Field suffers major vandalism damage
Tue, 03/21/17
information from West Seattle Little League
Sunday’s amazing turnout of parents and players devoting hundreds of volunteer hours to improve the fields at Bar-S was undermined by acts of vandals overnight on Sunday March 19. Some of the…MORE
