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Historic B.F. Day Elementary windows to get upgraded
Last week boom lifts were spotted at B.F. Day Elementary and it prompted the question, “What’s happening at the school?” Turns out, contractors are preparing to replace over 200 windows that were installed in 1892, 1901, and 1916. Starting this summer, the contractors will prepare the building by repairing some cosmetic concrete details around the
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Where’s this pink puffball in Fremont?
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Spotted: This stunning cherry tree bursting with pink blossoms has transformed this part of a street into a springtime paradise. Pink clouds hover lowBranches heavy with new lifeWhere stands this beauty? Can you identify where this gorgeous tree is located? First person to correctly name the spot in the comments wins neighborhood bragging rights! Happy
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When Bellevue “bought” our Troll
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In the annals of Seattle April Fools’ pranks, the 2023 “news” that Bellevue would be purchasing our iconic Fremont Troll stands as a masterclass in neighborhood-based humor. Secret Seattle published an elaborate article claiming the Troll would be relocated outside Bellevue Square, complete with a “makeover” and name change to be voted on by Bellevue
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Community swap and play day coming to Woodland Park Co-op April 5
Woodland Park Cooperative School, located at the Fremont Baptist Church, is hosting a free community swap event on April 5 where neighbors can bring what they have and take what they need. This family-friendly gathering will feature games, puzzles, toys, clothing, and children’s books, all at no cost. “It’s basically scaling up a free little
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The story behind the logo
Designed by Aaron Perkins, the Fremont Neighbor logo proudly features the dinosaur topiary: an enduring symbol of Fremont’s creativity and community spirit. These beloved sculptures, a mother and child dinosaur, were originally part of a public art installation at the Pacific Science Center before finding their home in Fremont, thanks to Suzie Burke. For decades,
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