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A new film brings the Fremont Bridge to life

Freyja Whitney grew up in Ballard’s Sunset Hill neighborhood and would get stuck, like all locals, waiting on the bridge. She would pause and look up at the towers.  “I’ve always stood and just wondered…is anyone in there? What is going on?”  This year she found out what was inside.  Whitney is a freelance animator […]

SPD May Slow Hiring in 2026 Amid Budget, Training Challenges

Seattle police hiring could slow despite rising officer numbers, as budget pressures and training bottlenecks reshape staffing plans that could affect response across neighborhoods, including the South End.

West Seattle Ledger

West Seattle Ledger Off patr Wed, 06/24/2026 - 2:18pm

COLUMN | In Rainier Beach, Not Every Gunshot Means Danger - But It Feels Like It

Caravan of Care Brings Free Health Services to Goodwill on Dearborn

From dental cleanings to ORCA card help, Evergreen Goodwill's outdoor resource fair on Dearborn aims to meet community needs in one place.

West Seattle Grand Parade rolls out July 18, bringing tradition back to California Avenue

West Seattle Grand Parade rolls out July 18, bringing tradition back to California Avenue Off patr Tue, 06/23/2026 - 7:07pm

The Best Restaurants in Tacoma

Often thought of as Seattle’s southern little sister, Tacoma has surged in population in the last decade, and Washington State’s third-largest city can definitely hold its own against its siblings when it comes to its food scene. From fried chicken and waffles in Lincoln to luscious bagel sandwiches in Edison City, from Vegas-style fine dining […]

Fremont Neighborhood Council seeks sponsors for movie night

The Fremont Neighborhood Council will bring back outdoor movie nights this summer and is looking for local businesses and community members to help keep the event free. Fremont Movie Night is set for Tuesday, Aug. 25, with the location tentatively set for B.F. Day Ball Field. The time is yet to be determined.  Fremonsters may […]

Seattle Hip-Hop Walking Map Charts the Central District's Rap Roots

A new Seattle hip-hop walking map charts early rap roots in the Central District, while raising questions about South End history left off the route.

Solstice Parade and Fremont Fair photo recap

The weather was gorgeous for this year’s Solstice Parade. Images above by Alyson Teeter, J. Baker, and Nathan Dolliver. Images below courtesy of Evan Kennedy (https://www.instagram.com/emk.images/).

COLUMN | Young Seattle Authors Find Their Voices Through the Storybook Project

Reagan Jackson introduces the young writers behind AHSHAY's Storybook Project, a seven-week pilot helping marginalized youth see themselves as authors.

Pickleball vs. Tennis: Seattle Residents clash over future of Alki courts as city hosts final Public Engagement sessions

Pickleball vs. Tennis: Seattle Residents clash over future of Alki courts as city hosts final Public Engagement sessions Off patr Sun, 06/21/2026 - 1:10pm