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SDOT approves N 36th Street tree removal; advocacy group challenges decision
The Seattle Department of Transportation has approved the removal of six street trees at the former Harvey Family Funeral Home site at 508 N 36th St. The June 22 decision covers the three red maples on N 36th Street, two incense cedars on Evanston Avenue N, and one ash tree on Dayton Avenue N, which Fremont Neighbor reported on last…
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The history behind Fremont’s most divisive corner
Fremont’s iconic Lenin statue got some World Cup spirit recently, courtesy of the Fremont Arts Council. A soccer jersey and decorative head were added in celebration of the tournament. Last week, the decorations were stolen and vandalized. Red spray paint and a flag were also left at the base. The incident is a reminder of how divisive the statue remains,…
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Fremont Baptist Church invites neighbors to ‘Christmas in July’
If you haven’t stopped by Fremont Baptist Church lately, it may surprise you! Bright orange-framed doors will greet you on Sunday mornings. Pastor Jeff Barker is leading the church to a resurgence in membership and outreach to the community. FamilyWorks Food Bank is a special partner since it got its start in the church’s basement. The church just finished their…
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Fremont events June 26-27
Another weekend, another reason to get outside. Here’s what’s happening in the neighborhood. June 26: Fremont Fridays Seattle’s #1 free independent weekly music/arts series returns this Friday to six different Fremont venues! The Fremont Social and George & Dragon will include all ages shows! Check out schedules and event locations on their Instagram page. June 27: Community Free Giving Day…
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A new film brings the Fremont Bridge to life
Freyja Whitney grew up in Ballard’s Sunset Hill neighborhood and would get stuck, like all locals, waiting on the bridge. She would pause and look up at the towers. “I’ve always stood and just wondered…is anyone in there? What is going on?” This year she found out what was inside. Whitney is a freelance animator and illustrator now based in…
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