Drivers face increased congestion for the next six weeks on southbound State Route 99/Aurora Avenue North approaching downtown Seattle. Anticipated backups begin March 6 when crews building the SR 99 tunnel narrow southbound Aurora from three lanes to two between Republican and John streets,...
From SPD's Detective Mark Jamieson:
On February 20th, at approximately 5:15 pm, North Precinct officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 6000 Block of Aurora Avenue North. Officers located in a parking lot an adult male who had been shot several times. The male was transported to Harborview Medical Center with life threatening injuries.
Homicide and CSI detectives...
After three weeks of major remodeling, Aurora's Uber Tavern is hoping to reopen for business this Friday, February 10 at noon. According to the folks at Uber, the "bar will still be the size of a shoe box. A nicer looking shoe box." The remodel comes after six years of wear and tear from all the people who have enjoyed a tasty beer at this neighborhood joint over the years.
Meanwhile, just across Aurora and down the street, St. Andrews Bar and Grill is preparing for some remodel work of their own...
The last time Aurora|Seattle reported on the RapidRide E-Line, which was scheduled to replace the 358 metro bus on Aurora Avenue sometime in 2013, it was on the verge of being delayed or canceled due to state congressional budget cuts. But a recent brochure mailed by King County Metro has informed us that the RapidRide should be here in the fall of 2013!
King Country Metro is asking for your feedback about the E-Line on Aurora, which will include the RapidRide staples such as minimal intervals between buses,...
From the SPD Blotter:
On November 16th at approximately 11:22 p.m. officers responded to reports of a vehicle/pedestrian collision near North 105th Street and Aurora Avenue North. Preliminary investigation indicates that a male driver in his 20′s was traveling northbound on Aurora Avenue North in his Ford Taurus sedan. A 22-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Aurora Avenue North from east to west when she was struck in the northbound lanes near the intersection with North 105th Street. ...
On Thursday morning, from the parking lot of the vacant Thunderbird Motel at 4251 Aurora Avenue, Mayor McGinn announced the distribution of $27 million for the construction of affordable permanent housing, including $1.6 million that will go to Catholic Housing Services (CHS) for the development of housing at the Thunderbird property that "will provide 71 units of permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals, including eight apartments set-aside for veterans."
From the City of Seattle:...
Courtesy of Northwest News Bits:
Broadview/Bitter Lake/Haller Lake
Neighborhood Plan Update Community Open HouseWhere are the sidewalks? Where is the center of our community--the place where we shop and see neighbors? These are just some of the questions our community discussed during the first two Broadview - Bitter Lake - Haller Lake Neighborhood Plan Update workshops this year. We said that our community would like:...
At 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, WSDOT will close the majority of the SR 99 Alaskan Way Viaduct until 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, as crews begin demolition of the structure's south end. Join us at two open houses - 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 10 in West Seattle and 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 12 in Ballard - to learn more about the upcoming closure, your commute options and how SR 99 will change for drivers when it re-opens. Remarks by Seattle and King County councilmembers and program staff will be made at 6:30 p.m.
For more information about...
Aurora has been known for many things. But in recent years it has entered into uncharted territory, becoming a place where a yeti hangs out with skiers; where pedestrians, buses, and scooters coexist; where coffee-sippers and skateboarders are side-by-side. At least, in mural-ed form.
Now it seems that the Aurora Avenue Merchants Association (AAMA) has caught this mural fever that has been spreading up and down Aurora through the work of local business like Pro Ski Shop, neighborhood...
After a successful night out with neighbors last September, the Sun Hill Motel is once again hosting a free neighborhood barbecue this Wednesday night from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The event, which is sponsored by the Aurora Commons, will feature a live performance from Brooklyn musician Kelly McRae, who is currently on her Great VW Camper Bus Tour, was described as "brilliant" by Bob Harris of BBC Radio. McRae counts Patty Griffin, Lucinda Williams, and Aretha Franklin among her influences, and her songs have been featured on MTV, the Sundance film "Children of Invention," and the hit TV shows "Army Wives."...
Be sure to attend the Tuesday, September 20, meeting of the Broadview Community Council to hear our Mayor talk about the successes experienced through the current Families & Education Levy. Not only does this funding assist with academic programs for low income students but also it provides school-based health clinics, early learning programs, and college readiness programs for middle and high school students.
We’ll leave some time for you...
Two months after the Chief of Police John Diaz delivered a “Declaration of Chronic Nuisance Property” letter to the Everspring Inn, located at 82nd and Aurora, the hotel has seen a drastic decrease in criminal activity, according to Greenwood Aurora Involved Neighbors (GAIN), a community group that is active in decreasing crime and enhancing neighborhood involvement and safety.
Shortly after the ownership of the Everspring Inn changed hands in December 2010, illegal activity at the hotel began...
The Seattle Times reports on the Aurora Avenue Merchant's Association's new mural at 105th and Aurora:
The 20- by 60-foot mural, done by artist David Heck, costs as much as $15,000. At the top, in red ink, are the words, "Welcome to Historic Highway 99."
On the mural are displayed the historic sights of Aurora: The Twin Teepees restaurant that opened in 1937 and closed after a fire in 2001. Playland,...
This bit of good news on Aurora from our friends at MyGreenLake.com:
Aurora Ave’s new Boardroom Cafe will be officially opening its doors on Saturday, August 6, 2011, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
The coffee shop will celebrate along with neighboring new businesses Motion Boardshop and The Guitar Store at the 84th St Grand Opening Block Party....
From the Mayor's Office:
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to participate in a planning meeting for the community initiated Bitter Lake Reservoir Enhancement project on Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 9:30 – 11 a.m. at Tressa Apartments, 14200 Linden Ave. N, Seattle WA 98133.
The overarching goal for this project is to provide a park-like atmosphere and useable amenities for...
The Seattle Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) will be leading a tour of Aurora Avenue entitled, "Aurora - Life on Seattle's Mother Road," on Saturday, July 23 from 10 a.m. to noon as part of their series of summer tours:
Thousands of drivers use Aurora Avenue every day, yet few understand how a city street can be as controversial as this one. Aurora plays host to a broad and colorful spectrum of Seattle characters, receiving public criticism as a result. Historian Roger van Oosten will give an informative,...
Fremont Komo News is reporting that the property of a now vacant Fremont area motel could be developed into housing for chronically homeless men and women, if Catholic Community Services of Western Washington, which currently operates the Aloha Inn at 1911 Aurora Avenue, has its way:
A nonprofit group is working to turn the Fremont Inn – Seattle’s original chronic nuisance property – into a housing development for 71 chronically homeless men and women living on less than 30 percent of the...
From Uber Tavern:
5 years came very quick, and we owe it all to our customers.
Let us pay you back this Sunday.
As we often do for special events, we're going to be tapping some extra special kegs, plus offer some super cheap deals on the good stuff as a way of saying "thanks!". ...
The "Violence Intervention and Prevention" (VIP) Program presents a free "Classic Car Show & BBQ!" this Friday, June 17 from noon to 4 p.m. at the American Indian Heritage Middle College High School (a.k.a. Wilson Pacific School) at 1330 North 90th Street.
Come support the youth of the "Violence Intervention and Prevention" (VIP) program as it comes to a close. Classic Car Show & BBQ, Rap Contest, Job, Educational, and Social Service Resources included for all who attend. All youth and young...
Northwest Seattle Mayor’s Town Hall
Tuesday, June 14th, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Bitterlake Community Center
13035 Linden Avenue North
Mayor Mike McGinn, City Departments & Community Groups will answer your questions ...
An announcement from North Seattle Rotary Club, Epic LIfe Church, and Minuteman Press:
NORTH SEATTLE ROTARY CLUB, EPIC LIFE CHURCH AND MINUTEMAN PRESS ANNOUNCE 2ND ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY TO CELEBRATE NORTH SEATTLE
Local Businesses, Non-Profits and Community Groups Come Together To Sponsor Block Party to Get to Know Their Neighbors
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An update from the Aurora Traffic Safety Project:
SDOT crews will start work on a project that will install new curb ramps and a new marked crosswalk at Aurora Ave N and N 130th St next Tuesday.
The existing pedestrian overpass at Aurora Avenue North and North 130th Street was constructed in the 1960s and is not ADA accessible. Over the past decade, the area immediately west...
Aurora|Seattle received this news release from Mayor Mike McGinn and Acting Parks Superintendent Christopher Williams:
Budget cuts and the loss of a major sponsor have brought an end to a 38-year tradition, the Old Timers Picnic, offered by several City agencies each August as a summer outing for seniors.
Co-sponsored by Seattle Parks and Recreation, the Human Services Department’...
From SDOT:
Improvements Coming to Aurora near Green Lake, N 63rd St to N 72nd St, May 21st
The section of Aurora Avenue North from the north end of Woodland Park to the signalized intersection of Winona Avenue North has a series of horizontal curves with a fixed concrete barrier dividing the roadway. Collisions with the concrete barrier are common on these curves. This project...
