While the Statue of Liberty that stands guard over the New York and New Jersey shores may have been hunkering down during Hurricane Irene's wrath, the Alki Liberty Statue has been bundling up, wrapped fashionably in a long thick scarf, which…MORE
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UPDATE: West Seattle Bridge was closed as SPD dealt with a person on railing; Incident ends tragically
Sun, 08/28/11
Update as of 3:00 am on Sunday Aug 28.
After 5 hours of negotiating with SPD, the person decided to take their life. Police have contacted the medical examiner. The area will be closed off for awhile for investigation and train operators…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Roxbury Lanes throws Magic Lanes farewell party which closed AUG. 1
Sun, 08/28/11
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Magic Lanes has disappeared, but the magic is still there, in nearby Roxbury Lanes. Doug Harrell, owner of both Roxbury Lanes, with Roxy's Casino and Magic Lanes was forced by a decline in business at Magic…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Northwest Hope and Healing Alki Beach 5k sees 1200 participate; Event raises more than $50,000
Sat, 08/27/11
The annual Northwest Hope and Healing 5k Run and Walk started promptly at 9:00 am Sunday, Aug. 28 and 1200 runners, walkers and other participants were out in force for the event.
The out-and-back route ran from the Statue of Liberty at…MORE
UPDATE - SLIDESHOW: Arbor Heights 2 alarm fire reveals weak water pressure in area; Foam truck used first
Sat, 08/27/11
Update for Aug. 29 Seattle Fire investigators have determined the cause of the fire that destroyed an Arbor Heights was accidental, originating with the "spontaneous combustion" of charcoal or wood in a portable fire pit located in the garage…MORE
Local church stages demonstration of faith near murder scene
Sat, 08/27/11
Drivers passing by the intersection of 15th Ave. s.w. and s.w Roxbury where Sweetheart Failatusi was murdered Aug. 16 were surprised to see dozens of people carrying signs and using a P.A. system to shout out messages of faith in God in response…MORE
UPDATE 2: McDermott's one-year moratorium on White Center dance clubs upheld
Fri, 08/26/11
Update for Oct. 24 The King County Council upheld their one-year ban on new dance clubs opening up in White Center on Oct. 24 after hearing from the public, according to the ordinance sponsor Councilmember Joe McDermott.
While the King…MORE
Paving on 16th Avenue s.w. in White Center proceeding
Fri, 08/26/11
The paving of 16th Ave. s.w. in White Center is underway and Chamber of Commerce President Mark Ufkes shared the letter sent to members by the King County Department of Transportation.
Here's an excerpt:
Friday 8/26 the contractor…MORE
Magic Lanes farewell party happening Aug. 27 at Roxbury Lanes
Fri, 08/26/11
The closing of long time iconic bowling establishment Magic Lanes in White Center came as a surprise to many people who over the years spent a lot of time there. A party to say good bye is set to happen Saturday Aug. 27 at Roxbury Lanes 2823 s.w…MORE
SLIDESHOW: Car Wash for Sweetheart Failatusi shows family matters
Fri, 08/26/11
The family of Sweetheart Failatusi, who was murdered August 16 in White Center, turned out in big numbers on Friday August, 26 to show their support and try to raise funds to counter the expense of her funeral.
Her family is a large one…MORE
