July 16, 2010

SeattleCrime.com reported the serious injury of a man beaten over an argument about drugs at the Wallingford Inn, 44th and Aurora, on Wednesday night just before 9 p.m. Officers found a man on the ground with a “golf-ball sized bump” on his head and a “significant amount of blood coming from his mouth,” laying next

July 15, 2010

Showing that sweet things come to those with good intentions, Theo Chocolate (3400 Phinney Ave. N.) is now Fair for Life certified by IMO! Fair for Life is a new Fair Trade certification that not only certifies the farmer groups Theo works with, but the entire supply chain, including the Seattle factory and overall business practices

July 15, 2010

Now that Seattle’s summer has finally made its appearance – and looks to stay dry for awhile – King County has instituted a Phase 1 burn ban that will last until September 30. King County is doing this in concert with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and Pierce, Kitsap, Mason and Snohomish Counties.

July 14, 2010

Mayor Mike McGinn last night revealed a “Seattle Nightlife Initiative” that includes 8 major points: Code compliance enforcement Flexible liquor service hours Noise ordinance enforcement Security training requirements Precinct community outreach Professional development Late-night transportation alternatives Targeting public nuisances The Dubliner, one of many bars in Fremont that could be affected by the mayor’s new

July 13, 2010

Join the Fremont Arts Council, the group that produces the annual Fremont Solstice Parade. “All are welcome to come and find out more about this eclectic, artistic collective of artists.” Meet at 7:10 p.m. at the Powerhouse (3940 Fremont Ave. N.) for this Committee of the Whole meeting.