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World's first fully hydrogen ferry built in Bellingham begins service in San Francisco
BELLINGHAM, Wash, — A passenger ferry now operating in San Francisco looks a lot like the fast ferry from West Seattle, but this boat is a first of its kind. "The Sea Change is the first, world's first passenger hydrogen ferry. So it's a very exciting day that has huge implications for the future. And yes, they absolutely have plans to build more of them and bigger ones and faster ones," said Jim Wunderman, Chair of the San Francisco Bay Ferry Board.
Casa Italiana seeking Italian cars for its July 27 Car Show
Casa Italiana is gearing up for its annual Italian Car Show on Saturday, July 27, 2024, and is calling all Italian car enthusiasts to showcase their prized vehicles. The free event promises a “bellissimo” day of automotive splendor, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Car aficionados can...
Follow the Yellow Brick Road and Get Your Wizard of Oz Tickets!
August 8 - 11, 2024. August 8: Thursday at 7:00 p.m. August 9: Friday at 7:00 p.m. August 10: Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. August 11: Sunday at 2:00 p.m. ONE weekend only! Limited seating available so get your tickets today!. Central Kitsap Performing Arts Center. 10140 Frontier...
Books and Brews: Used Book Sale Fundraiser at Scuttlebutt Taproom
Do you like exploring used book stores? Are you a fan of craft beer? If so, this might be the book sale for you!. The Friends of the Everett Public Library will be hosting a used book sale at the Scuttlebutt Taproom & Brewery on August 3rd, from 3pm to 7pm.
Two injured after motorcycle crosses centerline, strikes semi near Packwood
A man and woman from Yelm were both injured and transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle after their motorcycle crossed the centerline on U.S. Highway 12 northeast of Packwood and struck a
Alligator sighting in Washington State prompts investigation
**UPDATE: As reported Saturday afternoon by KIRO 7, the reptile in question turned out to be an exotic tegu lizard that recently escaped from its owner. Alligators are not native to Washington State and could not establish a population in the region because of its cool climate. But somewhere in Snohomish County, a very large gator is on the prowl. “Granite Falls Deputies are investigating the sighting of a 10’ alligator near the 9400 block of Ray Grade Rd.,” the Snohomish County Sheriff announced late Friday via X. “The reptile was last seen south of Ray Grade Rd. toward the Pilchuck River.” A...
A breakdown of tuition increase for the 2024-2025 academic year
Resident tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year at UW has increased by 3%, under a Revised Code of Washington law. The annual undergraduate resident tuition stands at $12,973 while non-resident tuition will be $43,209. Tuition increases, specifically within housing and food service rate increases, have been affected by the raised...
Husky Kickoff Countdown - 41 Days
We're less than 50 days away from the start of the 2024 Football season! Washington will host Weber State on August 31, and to count down the days to kickoff we've decided to take a look at the players that have worn the jerseys of each day in question. The...
Seattle Mariners complete historic collapse
It was a matter of time before the Astros caught up to the Seattle Mariners. That moment came on Friday. The Astros defeated the Mariners 3-0, pulling into first place in the AL West by percentage points. That completed a historic collapse where the Mariners lost a ten game lead in just 24 games. The previous record, at least since 1969, was 33 games, which the Angels managed to do in 1995. Ironically, the Mariners were the team to stage that comeback.
Mariners waive former All-Star, opening the door for top first-base prospect
The Ty France era is over. On Sunday, the Seattle Mariners placed the former All-Star on waivers, opening the door for prospect Tyler Locklear to take over everyday duties at first base. Ty France has been placed on irrevocable outright waivers. If a team claims him, he is theirs. If he clears, he is still with the Mariners and can be outrighted to the minors. Because of service time, he can refuse the outright assignment— Ryan Divish (@RyanDivish) July 22, 2024 France has struggled this season, recording eight home runs and 31 RBI while batting .224/.313/.351 in 339 plate appearances. The 29-year-old,...
Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros probable pitchers and starting lineups, July 21st
The Mariners are looking to salvage a game in this three-game series, after dropping two close games with Houston. Seattle is still looking for an offensive breakthrough after experiencing a tough month offensively. To win today, the Mariners must find an offensive spark against Astros' starting pitcher Ronel Blanco. Also, Bryan Woo the M's starting pitcher, must find his rhythm again and quiet a tough Astros lineup. Here are today's starting lineups and probable pitchers:
Lost dog found alone on Seattle ferry dock heads to a new home
A lost dog found without its owner on a ferry dock in Seattle last month has found a new home. Washington State Ferries (WSF) explained in an X post published Friday afternoon ferry workers found the canine alone at Colman Dock early on June 12. They took care of the animal while the agency, which is part of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), searched for his owner in an attempt to bring him home. At the time, the X post stated the dog was going to be “transferred to animal control soon.”
Man attempts to kidnap girl through apartment bathroom window in Kent
KENT, Wash. — A stranger in Kent Friday night allegedly reached into the bathroom window of an apartment, grabbed a girl by her hair and threatened her in a kidnapping attempt. According to Kent police, the incident occurred at 10:46 p.m. Friday at an apartment at 700 East James....
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