November 30, 2009

After seven years of helping people pamper their pets, Railey’s Leash & Treat (513 N. 36th St) is closing its doors on December 31.  Owner Mark Smith says a combination of factors is why he decided to close his boutique pet store.  On top of a poor economy, he says the pet product industry has become somewhat

November 29, 2009

Updated 2:45 p.m.: A large water main broke along Leary Way this afternoon, slowing traffic through Fremont and spouting brown water and impacting pressure for many Ballard residents. Seattle Public Utilities says the break is under Leary Way and 39th St. (above). Crews have dug into the street to fix the break. Public Utilities told

November 28, 2009

A group of local retailers are setting up a gently used  shoe collection drive for Soles4Souls, a non-profit that provides footwear to people in need in more  than 125 countries.  During the month of December, you can drop off those shoes you’re not wearing at selected businesses, knowing that a victim of a natural disaster, or

November 26, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving!  Here’s a list of a few happenings this holiday weekend. Finch & Sparrow (3420 Fremont Ave N) is throwing a “Grand Hatching Party” on Friday from 4-8 p.m.  Shop local and meet all the local designers and artists the shop is working with.  There will be wine, gift bags and a drawing for a $100

November 25, 2009

The remodel is complete.  The product has been taste-tested.  Now the wait is finally over.  I just talked to owner Lance Brough and found out that Kylie’s Chicago Pizza (3601 Fremont Ave N, in the former Mad Pizza space) is opening its doors TONIGHT for dinner. Bear in mind that this is a soft opening as they continue to get things in order.