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Seattle eatery cooks up confidence while helping people transition out of homelessness
SEATTLE — King County data shows more than 16,000 people are homeless currently - the most that’s ever been reported in King County and Seattle. But a creative way to get folks back on their feet is being reintroduced to Seattle's downtown area. FareStart, a Seattle nonprofit that's...
Woodland Park Zoo has a new baby boy gorilla
It has yet to be named, but Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo is abuzz with excitement over its new baby gorilla resident. “The average weight for a gorilla at birth is 4 pounds, and we’re pleased to report our new boy weighs 4.4 pounds," said Dr. Yousuf Jafarey, Associate Veterinarian at Woodland Park Zoo. "His vital signs are good, and he is healthy and physically normal."
Seattle Launches SUN Bucks Program to Provide $120 Grocery Benefits for Children During Summer
Seattle families with young children have a new reason to look forward to the summer, with the introduction of SUN Bucks, a program providing $120 in grocery benefits per eligible child, which can be used at participating stores and farmers markets. This financial boost for groceries comes in addition to free nutritious meals offered to children and youth at over 60 locations throughout the city, a service managed by Seattle Human Services Department's Summer Food Service Program. In a bid to tackle food insecurity during the summer months, when school-provided meals cease, the city has organized a program celebration at Jefferson Park on July 12, according to the Human Services blog.
Dulceria El Chavito: Tasty Latin treats at a hidden Lynnwood gem
Dulceria El Chavito is a tiny, vibrant, fun and very, very hidden gem in the heart of Lynnwood. The shop is lined wall-to-wall with Latin candy, snacks, drinks and uniquely delightful piñatas. Those are the shop’s specialty, says owner Nicky Monroy. The 30-year-old Monroy spends her days at her full-time job as a medical assistant and her evenings at the store. Her partner Eddie Lopez holds down the fort during the day.
Instead of Going on Vacation, Go Out to Eat at These Fantastic Downtown Restaurants
A city’s downtown is its living, beating heart. It’s the center of business in every sense of the word — there’s all manner of commerce in every direction, and everything (and everyone) is busy, like in a Richard Scarry book. Seattle’s downtown is the only part of the city that feels like a metropolis, with its skyline-defining buildings, timeworn architecture from the early 20th century, its museums and train stations and tourist-filled waterfront.
Sensory garden helps Everett shelter dogs relieve stress
EVERETT, Wash. — Shelter life is stressful for a dog. The long hours cooped up can have negative impacts both mentally and physically, especially if a dog is there for an extended amount of time. This is Marley's second time at the Everett Animal Shelter. The 18-month-old husky has...
Noodle's Pet Remembrance Campaign
July 5th is Pet Remembrance Day, and Seattle Area Feline Rescue (SAFe Rescue) invites animal lovers to join them for a month-long tribute to furred, finned, and feathered family members who have passed on. Inspired by her beloved tabby named Noodle, an anonymous community member will match every donation to...
Seattle plastic surgery provider accused of posting fake positive reviews must pay $5M
A Seattle-area plastic surgery provider accused of threatening patients over negative reviews and posting fake positive ones must pay $5 million to the state attorney general’s office and thousands of Washington patients.
Lake Leland Reservation Request Form
Suquamish tribal members may reserve the tribe’s Lake Leland Campground. Reservations include the use of the entire campground and are needed for any use. Use of the campground is free, but a $100 refundable security deposit is required before any dates are reserved. CAMPGROUND RULES. Be respectful of other...
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