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West Seattle schools: Waitlists, including ones that NEED more
West Seattle Blog...
Apr 24This time of year, the term ‘waitlist’ is a source of angst for hundreds of families around the city, once they discover that a spot wasn’t immediately available at the school of their choice. Today, WSB’er Kathleen pointed out that information on the ... »
First the field, now the building: Genesee Hill School fence plan
West Seattle Blog...
Apr 12The vacant former Genesee Hill Elementary is being besieged by vandals, says Seattle Public Schools, so now they’re going to put up even more fencing. Four weeks ago, we reported on a new locked gate along SW Genesee, which was mostly aimed at vandals,... »
Seattle police increasing their presence along Beach Drive SW
Beach Drive Blog
Mar 27By land and by sea, Seattle police are keeping their word regarding increased visibility along the Emma Schmitz Memorial Park. This cruiser was spotted off the park Monday afternoon... Is this show of force making you feel safer? According to... »
My thoughts following Greggette Guy's Vigil
Beach Drive Blog
Mar 21As residents of Beach Drive, who live not far from Emma Schmitz Park, we joined with others to take part in Greggette Guy's vigil on Sunday evening. After taking a stand to walk united in her memory and listening to... »
Beach Drive murder aftermath: SPD, Parks answer safety concerns
West Seattle Blog...
Mar 20(Sunday night photo by Karen Sykes) Seattle Parks has just shared the response it is sending to people who have voiced concerns about safety along Beach Drive, in the aftermath of the so-far-unsolved murder of Greggette Guy, found dead offshore in the ... »
