2004 Archives

Vol. 8, Issue 1 - January 2004

NEWS

    Deal sealed at Northgate Compromise clears way for redevelopment of mall.

    Shifting ground in Greenwood City investigating whether removal of groundwater is causing sinking of streets, homes.

    Name game Fremont's latest park gets a name, residents wonder about process.

    An assist for kids Assistance League of Seattle program raises money to outfit kids for school.

    News briefs Park vandals strike, Pinehurt Playfield update, Fremont Fair to continue, Greenwood Library construction underway, Ballard Park meeting set for Jan. 13, Neighborhood parks need names, Metro adds low-floor buses.

    COLUMN: STAN'S LOOKOUT
    'Day of infamy' brought uncertain future By Stan Stapp.

    COLUMN: LAND USE
    Land Use By Clayton Park.

    COLUMN: COPS N ROBBERS
    Police beat By Leah Weathersby.

OPINIONS

    Opinions expressed in this web site do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers of the Seattle Sun newspaper. Everyone is welcome to write to express their own opinions. Check this website for deadlines.

    Letters to the Editor Three perspectives on Council/Mayor compromise on Northgate development.

    COLUMN: JANE EXPLAINS
    Door busters By Jane Lotter.

    COLUMN: POLITICALLY SPEAKING
    One more 'win' needed at Northgate By James Bush.

HEALTHY LIVING

    Lake City Smiles Dr. Seng Yea building Lake City dental practice.

    Healthy Living Briefs Heart study seeks volunteers, Holiday Helpers program, UW gets study grant, Fein to head Swedish Physicians, Green Lake volunteer honored, Two pools closed for holidays, Locals featured in MS Association 2004 calendar.

EYE ON EDUCATION

    Homewaters Project 10-year old North End program works to give students knowledge about natural world.

    Education briefs John Stanford International School honored, Chuck Chinn returns to Ballard High as principal, Wedgwood Elementary School celebrates 50th birthday.

BUSINESS BEAT

    Workers compensation rates on rise Business groups applauds state for limiting increases, but say state should be more business-friendly.

    Business briefs Ballard business community loses two stalwarts, Dexter + Chaney hires Levine, Frontier Bank adds money adviser, Allstate agent gets award for volunteer work, Local actor stars in TV ads, U Village QFC holds grand reopening, University of Washington Business School raises $20 million for building fund.

OUT & ABOUT

    Princess Bianca and the Vandals Seattle City Council member Nick Licata publishes children's book.

    History exhibit held over North Central Seattle history will be featured at History House through January.

    Double life Maple Leaf Grill owner Ed Beeson continues work as concert promoter.

    Out and About Briefs Sacred Music by Duke Ellington to be performed, Messiah sing along set for Dec. 26, Phinney Solstice concert, Northwest Boychoir to perform.

HOME & GARDEN

    Quick fixes Former real estate agent turns contractor to help sell homes.

    Home and Garden Briefs Seattle Public Utilities offers tips for disposing of yard waste, Home sales brisk in 98103 zip code.

    COLUMN: AROUND THE HOME
    New Year's resolution: Lower your energy bills By Matt Maury of the Homeowner's Club.

    COLUMN: DECORATING DILEMMAS
    What to do about art? By Robin Daly of Daly's Paint and Decorating.

2004 index list


January issue

February issue

March issue

April issue

May issue

June issue

July issue

August issue (not yet listed)



Formerly, The Jet City Maven

Copyright ©2009 Susan Brehme Park and Clayton Park for The Seattle Sun and/or The Jet City Maven.
Permission granted to use content as long as you credit us! Thank you!

©2009 Susan Park and Clayton Park for The Seattle Sun and/or The Jet City Maven
Permission granted to use content as long as you credit us! Thanks!

 

Website by Graphics Park