The new 5 Corners Mini Mart in Queen Anne at the northeast corner of Third and McGraw streets, caused an outcry among local residents last week when its window signs read "discount cigarettes, beer and wine." Yet even with a change in signage and other compromises made by the store owner, some neighbors maintain their stance against the store's opening.
Seattle streets will turn green next weekend as the Irish Festival takes place March 13-14. With more than a dozen events, including the 39th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, the St. Patrick's Day Dash and family-oriented festivities at the Seattle Center, attendees can expect a spirited mix of culture and entertainment.
The new 5 Corners Mini Mart in Queen Anne at the northeast corner of Third and McGraw streets, caused an outcry among local residents last week when its window signs read "discount cigarettes, beer and wine." Yet even with a change in signage and other compromises made by the store owner, some neighbors maintain their stance against the store's opening.
Before the Queen Anne Community Council turned into a platform for a heated discussion on whether a mini-mart selling cigarettes and alcohol should open at Third and McGraw streets, the council touched on sustainability, the Mercer Corridor project and Seattle Pacific's plans for a new music auditorium.
As the plane touches the runway in Taipei City, Taiwan's most populated region, Brett Boynton is greeted with warm, humid air and a sea-salty breeze. Within minutes he is out in the bustling streets flooded with Chinese-speaking vendors. The island of Taiwan, located off the southeastern coast of China, is known for its steep mountains and lush forests. However, Boynton is not there solely for the scenery; what he has come looking for is small enough to fit in the palm of his hand.
Rowdy Bar AttendeesPolice were called to a restaurant located in the 600 block of Queen Anne Avenue North at 9:43 p.m. on Feb. 20 to follow up on an assault that occurred at 5:30 p.m. that evening. Police had previously responded to the scene, but the victim did not initially want to file a police report. After returning from the hospital the victim changed his mind.
The Academy Awards continued their screwy, metronomic oscillation this past Sunday with a night that managed to be long on both predictability and genuine suspense.
An appeal has been filed against the Seattle Public Schools (SPS), the School Board and Superintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson for the approval of an $800,000 contract with the New Technology Network (NTN), a model intended for the new STEM program at Cleveland High School that will open this fall.
Last week was a tough one for a couple of businesses.
Since 1927, there have been hauntings at a particular mansion in Washington state. A subsequent owner of the property had heard the sounds of a noisy cocktail party and people walking and dancing across the floor. Ghosts have been seen coming out of the walls of the ancient, grand stairwell. What is the name of this place?
Most people probably don't associate sunscreen with St. Patrick's Day, but the annual holiday always reminds me that I acquired the best suntan of my life in Ireland.
Nick Famuyius's newest film Our Family Wedding may fool you.
After a six-month hiatus, Sustainable Queen Anne is again working on green goals.
For anyone who has visited Seattle Repertory Theatre recently, they can attest to the jumble of construction that confuses and obstructs their typical path to the entrance. Luckily for those confused patrons, the Theatre Commons project is on time with its construction.
Magnolia Chamber General Meetingmeets the 4th Tuesday, 6:15 pm, every month except August. Location and topic tba. Watch for it at www.magnoliachamber.org The 2010 Childhaven Celebration