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ICE to Help Protect World Cup Host Cities from Making Any Money from International Tourists

U.S. World Cup host cities including Seattle, LA, Boston, New York City and Atlanta were assured today that ICE is already on-hand to protect them all from making any money from international tourists. “Just like at the airports earlier this year, we’re here whenever a city needs help fighting the scourge of toururism,” said ICE […]

Seattle Parks seeks feedback on future of tennis and pickleball courts

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is hosting a second round of public engagement meetings for its Outdoor Racquet Sports Strategy, including a meeting in Ballard later this month. According to ... Read more

Transportation safety upgrades coming to Shilshole Avenue NW

Shilshole Avenue NW is slated for safety upgrades, including shoulder improvements, pothole repairs, and new striping aimed at better defining parking, driveways, and walkways. Councilmember Dan Strauss announced the improvement ... Read more

SDOT adds paid parking to Ballard Blocks

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) has implemented new parking and curbspace changes in the Ballard Blocks area, adding paid parking, load zones, and disabled parking spaces in an effort ... Read more

Ballard homeowners continue decades-long effort to preserve 1910 house

A Ballard couple is undertaking the latest chapter in a restoration project that has spanned more than two decades, as they update their 1910 home at 903 NW 61st St ... Read more

Ballard weekly event roundup: June 8 – 14

Here’s your weekly events roundup for June 8-14 in Ballard. Tons happening this week, from multiple trivia nights to Reuben’s Brews annual family pride fest and a massive fundraising sale ... Read more

Burke-Gilman Missing Link design heads back to the public for feedback

The proposed Burke-Gilman Trail Missing Link through Ballard has reached another milestone, with SDOT releasing updated design plans that include raised crossings, roadway paving on Market Street, and a redesigned ... Read more

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Ballard FC, Salmon Bay FC host Portland in Music Night doubleheader

Ballard FC and Salmon Bay FC will host a Seattle-versus-Portland doubleheader at Interbay Stadium (3027 17th Ave W) on Saturday, June 6, with both clubs facing new and returning rivals ... Read more

Mike’s Chili Parlor Music Festival returns for its second year

Mike’s Chili Parlor (1447 NW Ballard Way) will host its second annual Mike’s Chili Parlor Music Festival this summer, bringing together local musicians and bands with ties to Ballard. The ... Read more

Northbound I-5 closure this weekend expected to affect travel through Seattle

Ballard-area residents traveling through Seattle this weekend should plan for significant traffic impacts as northbound Interstate 5 will fully close between Interstate 90 and Northeast 45th Street from late Friday, ... Read more