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Seattle City Council approves ‘Shared Streets’ legislation

The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Dan Strauss to legalize shared streets in Seattle, opening the door for new pedestrian-priority street designs in neighborhoods including Ballard. According ... Read more

Murals underway as Brewery District Mural Week adds walking tour event

Work is now underway on several new public art projects as part of the Brewery District Mural Week initiative in Ballard, with organizers also announcing an added community walking tour ... Read more

San Fermo marks 10 years in Ballard as Pioneer Houses reach 50 years on Ballard Avenue

This month marks two milestones for one of Ballard Avenue’s most recognizable historic properties: Italian restaurant San Fermo (5341 Ballard Ave NW) is celebrating its 10th anniversary on May 14, ... Read more

Seattle Beer Week brings events to Ballard bars & breweries

The final days of the Seattle Beer Week will bring several events to Ballard bars and breweries this week. Seattle Beer Week, which lasts from May 7 to 16, is ... Read more

Pickle at the Palms set to open in Interbay in August

The new Interbay pickleball facility, Pickle at the Palms, has announced it will open in August. Seattle Storm co-owner Ginny Gilder and her family announced plans for Pickle at the ... Read more

Yoka Tea to open in former Little Tin location on Ballard Ave

The popular Korean and Filipino specialty cafe Yoka Tea is working on opening its second location in Ballard. Co-owners Marcellus Beza and Amy Park opened their first Yoka Tea location in ... Read more

Loyal Heights development effort tops $1.5 million in non-binding pledges

A proposal to create a community-owned development on a prominent corner lot in Loyal Heights has surpassed $1.5 million in non-binding pledges. The effort, first reported by My Ballard last ... Read more

Weekly Ballard events roundup: May 11-17

Looking to get out in Ballard this week? Here’s what’s happening in Ballard (and slightly beyond) May 11 – 17. Highlights this weekend include the Ballard FC season home opener ... Read more

Ballard Avenue Landmark District board election set for June

The Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board has announced the candidates for its annual board election, with voting scheduled to conclude on June 9. According to the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, ... Read more

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Despite vows to complete Ballard light rail, Sound Transit plan still falls short

The Ballard light rail saga continues, with another sign that Sound Transit may drop the Ballard line altogether. Earlier this week, several Sound Transit board members vowed to complete the ... Read more

Freakout festival shifts to year-round concert model

After 13 years, the annual Freakout festival is changing from a multi-day event in Ballard to a series of smaller shows throughout the year. In a statement shared this week, ... Read more