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Shoreline to help struggling apartment developer; again
With 3,010 units coming soon, Shoreline has more new apartments under construction than any other King County suburb. Yet, amid a housing affordability crisis, more than nine vacant lots and blocks of derelict homes blight Shoreline neighborhoods as high interest rates cause some developers to struggle to get the construction loans needed to start building.
Solving A Shore Power Problem: 6,100 Feet of Cable Delivers Clean Energy to Pier 66 in Seattle
With the president of a leading cruise line committing to going green, offering shore power became essential for places like Pier 66. The purpose? For cruise ships to switch off their engines while docking and use electricity instead, conserving fuel and reducing emissions. This change would lead to cleaner air for Seattle and other ports adopting the same practice.
Mariners select Western grad Austin St. Laurent in baseball draft
Western Alamance graduate Austin St. Laurent was drafted in the 14th round by the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. St. Laurent has been a standout for the past three seasons for Appalachian State. For St. Laurent, having a chance in professional baseball continues a track that he has been on since...
Put your vintage clothing to work for a good cause
Put your vintage clothing and accessories to work for a good cause. Donate those twentieth century clothes and other items to the Historic Clothing Group of Seattle Children's Hospital for their vintage fashion shows. Proceeds benefit uncompensated care at the hospital.
Teens with guns rob gas station on Detroit Ave SW
At 3:12am July 16, officers responded to a gas station in the 7800 block of Detroit Ave SW for a 911 reported armed robbery. Officers arrived and were advised by the clerk that 4-5 BM/BF teens entered the store wearing masks and approached the counter. Two of the suspects pointed...
“Thousands” Offer Former NBA Player Nate Robinson A Kidney But His Fight For A Transplant Continues
Nate Robinson‘s fight for a kidney has been known to the sports world for a short time. But now, thanks to a new ESPN feature, fans are learning just how long he’s been struggling with the issue and how hard it’s been for him to ask for help. He says that he first began feeling […]
Enjoy these sustainable wines and spirits this summer
SEATTLE — Brian Freedman, Wine, Spirits and Food Writer is the author of "CRUSHED: How A Changing Climate Is Altering The Way We Drink." He shared 3 favorite drinks that taste great and are crafted with real consideration of the land:. Ayala Champagne Brut Majure. Ayala is in the...
NCW Libraries Program Feature UW Black History Professor
NCW Libraries is teaming up with NCW Equity Alliance to host a virtual program called “A Space For Black History”. It features University of Washington professor Luther Adams. NCW Libraries Communications Manager Amanda Brack says Adams will focus on attitudes surrounding “critical race theory” and “wokeness”....
Seahawks Sign Deep-Threat WR Before Start of Training Camp
The Seattle Seahawks are bringing in another wide receiver into training camp. As reported by Pro Football Network’s James Larsen, the Seahawks are signing wide receiver Marcus Simms. The 6-foot, 26-year-old receiver most recently starred for the UFL’s Michigan Panthers. “The Seattle Seahawks plan to sign All-#UFL @USFLPanthers...
Logan Gilbert Got an Awesome Gift From One of His Teammates For Making All-Star Team
Though Logan Gilbert couldn't pitch for the American League in Tuesday's Major League Baseball All-Star Game, he still was present in Arlington. And he showed up on the red carpet rocking a great gift from teammate Luis Castillo.
Mustangs infielder Dustin Crenshaw signed by Seattle Mariners
BILLINGS, Mont. - During batting practice Tuesday, before the second-half opener against the Idaho Falls Chukars, the Mustangs received word the Seattle Mariners purchased the contract of Mustangs infielder Dustin Crenshaw. "It's kind of a shock, to say the least," Crenshaw said after he received the news. "I'm really thankful...
Mariners earn biggest steal of Round Two in MLB Draft according to MLB Pipeline
During the 2023 draft, Mariners fans were excited to see what was going to happen when it was realized that the Mariners were going to have an unprecedented three picks out of the top 31 selections, in large part to Julio's succes and the first round pick that they gained from his Rookie of the Year win. We knew the team could potentially get a haul of talent, and it happened with Colt Emerson, Jonny Farmelo, and Tai Peete.
Sam Howell's warning to Seahawks QB1 Geno Smith is about to come true
The Seattle Seahawks do not have a quarterback controversy. Yet. Hopefully, the team doesn't and Geno Smith, the presumed QB1, has a ridiculously good season and maintains his role through 2025. Smith is currently signed through next year, just as his presumed backup Sam Howell is. Seattle, of course, traded...
77th Annual Armed Forces Day Parade
Bremerton’s 77th Annual Armed Forces Day Parade in May had a remarkable turnout of over 145 parade entries, possibly a record-breaking figure, expertly marshaled by the Kiwanis Club of Bremerton. The streets were lined with an estimated crowd of more than 25,000 spectators, contributing to the vibrant atmosphere of...
Potentially toxic bacteria found in South Kitsap's Horseshoe Lake
The Kitsap Public Health District is warning residents to avoid all contact with Horseshoe Lake until further notice due to potentially toxic bacteria in the water. In a statement Tuesday, the health district said cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, known to produce toxins is present in the South Kitsap lake. Contact with the toxin can make people sick and kill pets or other animals, the health district said. The health district is also asking residents to rinse boats and trailers thoroughly before going to another lake.
Going green isn’t what you think when it comes to WSDOT safety
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is tired of people plowing into its trucks and work zones, and it’s taking a green new approach to get drivers’ attention. There were nearly 1,400 crashes in Washington work zones last year. That’s a 5% increase over the year before....
Puget Sound Office Market Struggles: Key Insights from the 2nd Quarter 2024
Seattle’s office market continues to grapple with significant challenges, marked by weak tenant demand, rising sublease space, and record-high vacancy rates, according to a recent Q2 2024 industry market report by brokerage firm Kidder Mathews. The Puget Sound region as a whole is experiencing a suppressed office market, with fundamentals underperforming. The market-wide vacancy rate has now increased for the tenth consecutive quarter, and net absorption totals were negative 1.5 million square feet for the first half of the year. Additionally, asking lease rates dropped by 4 percent year-over-year. These trends are particularly pronounced in Seattle, the region’s largest market, which is struggling with elevated levels of remote and hybrid work, reduced foot traffic (50 percent lower than pre-COVID levels), and the lowest occupancy rates in the area.
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