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Lost cat Grasshopper found safe, Fremont gets a Thank You

A lost cat named Grasshopper turned a stretch of light poles in lower Fremont into a small lesson in neighborliness this week, capped off by a hand-lettered “FOUND!!!” sign thanking the whole community. Pat, who lives in lower Fremont, put up flyers as soon as Grasshopper went missing. Pat said the response from neighbors was […]

Sound Transit to engage public at summer festivals following update to ST3 system plan

Sound Transit to engage public at summer festivals following update to ST3 system plan Off patr Thu, 06/18/2026 - 3:35pm

Seattle Expands Policing, Services in Little Saigon and North Beacon Hill

Seattle is pairing expanded policing with outreach and overdose response in Little Saigon and North Beacon Hill, but residents are watching for real results.

Artists Design a Mini Golf Course Downtown

Putt-putt is getting creative.

A.B. Ernst Park Addition breaks ground in July

Construction on the A.B. Ernst Park Addition begins next month, bringing the long-delayed project one step closer to completion. Seattle Parks and Recreation has hired Wyser Construction to handle the work. The final design reflects years of community feedback. The embankment slide and hill climb will transform the site’s natural slope into a play destination […]

Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in South Seattle and Beyond

Celebrate Juneteenth with block parties, pop-up markets, live music, family activities, and community gatherings centering Black joy across the South End and beyond.

New nature-themed park to break ground in West Seattle Junction neighborhood this fall

New nature-themed park to break ground in West Seattle Junction neighborhood this fall Off patr Tue, 06/16/2026 - 5:31pm

Kindergarteners are running a plant stand near the Troll

The Woodland Park Cooperative School’s kindergarten class has set up a farm stand outside their junkyard playground at the Fremont Baptist Church, just a block from the Troll. They’re selling plant starts they grew themselves. The sign out front reads, “Passive Income for ACTIVE Children.” Proceeds will fund a building project of the kindergarteners’ choosing, […]

Black and Brown Birders Find Community and Wellness in the South End

What starts with spotting eagles and hawks becomes something deeper: Black and Brown birders across the South End are finding healing, belonging, and wonder outdoors.

Seattle Shut Out at James Beard Foundation Awards for Seventh Straight Year

We don't need your fancy awards, anyway.

Cyclist killed in collision with truck near Fauntleroy Ferry dock

Cyclist killed in collision with truck near Fauntleroy Ferry dock Off patr Mon, 06/15/2026 - 9:18am

COLUMN | Remembering Tyjon Stewart and Tra'Veiah Houfmuse on Graduation Day at Rainier Beach High School