The construction of a suicide prevention fence along the Aurora Bridge has been completed. City officials and Seattle residents now hope it can prevent more people from joining the list of 230 jumpers who have leapt to their deaths. Construction of the 8-foot, 9-inch-tall safety fence started in the fall and cost $5 million, according
February 15, 2011
Last year the Family 4th at Lake Union was saved thanks to donations from Seattlites and local companies from the area. Over $500K was raised and the fireworks show that followed was considered one of the best ever by many. The success of last year’s fund-raising doesn’t mean this year’s celebration is all set, however.
February 15, 2011
This story originally appeared on MyBallard.com Right now parents who have children in full-day kindergarten are charged $207 each month of the school year. With an estimated $35 million budget gap for next year, Seattle Public Schools wants to know what you think about raising that rate to $310. Although SPS will continue to accept
February 14, 2011
Bad news for Fremont bibliophiles, Fremont Place Books will be closing its doors on February 27th. Owner Henry Burton sent out an email today confirming the closure and letting people know how they can celebrate this longtime Fremont fixture before it closes forever. Because sales have dropped precipitously and the bookstore’s debts have increased dramatically,
February 11, 2011
Do you love scotch as much as this guy? If so, pick up your ticket to the 9th Annual Hop Scotch Spring Beer & Scotch Festival on Monday when they become available: General Admission to the April 1 and 2 event at Fremont Studios is $25 ($30 at the door) and includes five 5oz. samples
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