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May 25, 2010
An electronic speed sign appeared on Northeast 104th Street Tuesday afternoon, another attempt to convince motorists dodging the 15th Avenue Northeast bridge closure to slow down. Just before rush hour Tuesday afternoon, many motorists appeared to be observing the 25 mph limit (although, in truth, 25 mph would feel very fast on this quiet residential …
May 25, 2010
Maple Leaf Life co-editor Mike Ullmann is a first-place winner of a 2009 Excellence in Journalism award from the Society of Professional Journalists. Ullmann, the former managing editor of the King County Journal, received the award under the “Personalities” category for an article he wrote for Seattle Business magazine called “The Man Who Saved Washington Wine.” Our partner blog …
May 25, 2010
You might have seen the sign on Roosevelt Way Northeast: “The Maple Leaf Branch - Coworking Office.” What’s that? (Yes, it’s spelled correctly.) According to the office’s website it includes: A place to work and connect. Fast wifi, electricity, and other essentials. A reason to wear something other than pajamas. Copy/print/fax machine. A dog friendly …
May 25, 2010
The second installment of the “Sex and the City” movie franchise hits theaters Thursday, but you don’t have to wait that long to see what’s new with gal pals Miranda, Carrie, Samantha and Charlotte. Photo from “Sex and the City 2” by Craig Blankenhorn/New Line Cinema On Wednesday night starting at 9, you’re invited to gather with …
May 24, 2010
The Seattle/King County health department recently made the rounds in parts of Maple Leaf and visited a number of restaurants and other food service establishments for annual inspections. The good news is, the health department recorded no violations at Blue Saucer at 9127 Roosevelt Way N.E., Old Fifth Avenue Tavern at 8507 Fifth Ave. N.E. and …