🏠 Real Estate

Seattle's Green Lake beaches face closure due to lifeguard shortage

Due to a shortage of experienced senior lifeguards, three Seattle beaches - Magnuson Park Beach, Seward Park Beach, and East Green Lake Beach - will remain closed this summer, however, Madrona Beach and West Green Lake Beach will open on Memorial Day and other beaches will open on June 24th. The city has struggled to recruit enough lifeguards for both indoor and outdoor pools as well as beaches since the pandemic began, and while the number of lifeguards has improved compared to last year, it still falls short of what's needed.

🗳️ Politics

Seattle's City Council Race: 45 Candidates Vie for Votes on Green Lake Revitalization, Homelessness, and More

Meet the 45 candidates running for Seattle City Council in the upcoming elections, including contenders from Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4. With concerns ranging from homelessness and public safety to Green Lake revitalization and workers' rights, voters have a diverse set of options to choose from.

🍺 Nightlife

Green Lake's Latona Pub Hosts Fort George Brewing's '3-Way IPA' Release Party as One of Seattle's Best Memorial Day Weekend Events

Looking for the best bang for your buck events this Memorial Day weekend in Seattle? Check out the Astoria-based Fort George Brewing's "3-Way IPA" release party at Green Lake's Latona Pub, featuring a trifecta of beer goodness and a tapas-style menu. Also, catch the beloved Seattle trio Wimps at the Tractor Tavern in Ballard with similarly humorous rock bands Soft Boiled and Catch Rabbit.

• May 27, 2023 - May 29, 2023: The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Seattle This Memorial Day Weekend: May 26-29, 2023

💰 Finance

Seattle Public Library Carries Over Nearly $16 Million for Maintenance and Construction, Including Upgrades to Green Lake and University Branches

Seattle Public Library underspent its 2022 levy funds by 55% due to delayed projects and construction costs and carried over nearly $16 million for maintenance and construction in 2023, including earthquake retrofitting and accessibility improvements at the Green Lake and University branches. The library also used levy funds to add over 110,000 digital copies to its collection and upgrade 219 public computers, with 98% of surveyed residents agreeing that the library is as essential as roads, schools, and utilities.

✈️ Travel

Retreat to the Urban Treehouse near Green Lake in Seattle for a one-of-a-kind vacation rental experience

Escape to the Urban Treehouse in Seattle, Washington for a unique vacation rental experience. Nestled in a ravine under towering cedars, this 500-square-foot home is only 10 miles from downtown and minutes away from attractions like Green Lake Park.

🚔 Public Safety

Man Injured in Shooting in Seattle's Green Lake Neighborhood with No Suspects Found

A 22-year-old man was shot and injured in Seattle's Green Lake neighborhood on Wednesday, with no suspects currently found. The victim was taken to hospital and is in stable condition.