Category Archives: Community

Dogs And The City

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Ryan

As I walk around the neighborhood lately, I’ve noticed a spate of homemade signs asking dog owners to pick up after their animals. There are many pets and animals living in Victory Heights and we all need to behave courteously … Continue reading →

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SDOT Proposes Northgate Way Project

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Ryan

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) has proposed the 2013 Arterial Asphalt and Concrete (AAC) Program N 105th Street and N/NE Northgate Way paving project.  The project includes reconstructing the existing roadway along N 105th St and N/NE Northgate Way … Continue reading →

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Fun Meet At The Lake City Farmer's Market Sept. 13

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Ryan

Join Lake City in a special “Fun Meet” expansion of the Lake City Farmers Market this Thursday, Sept. 13th from 3:00-6:00pm. Representatives from a wide variety of neighborhood groups will be there to answer questions, offer information, and provide fun activities too! … Continue reading →

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Burglar Discovered During Break-In

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Ryan

Julie on NE 107th reports, Jens and the kids pulled up to our house about 45 min ago to find a black athletic bag to the side of the front steps of the house.  They went inside and found the … Continue reading →

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North District Council Meeting September 5th

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Ryan

The North District Council meeting this month will be held Wednesday, September 5th at the Lake City branch of the Seattle Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. N.E., at 7 PM. Want to know more about the North District Council? Read … Continue reading →

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Goats Want Your Yard Trimmings

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Ryan

Terri Bell on Victory Lane has hungry goats and they would love your garden trimmings. If you have pesticide free plants destined for the city compost, consider saving them for her goats, Thelma and Louise. Tasty morsels include: pea vines, … Continue reading →

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Graffiti Returns To Victory Heights Park

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Ryan

Over the weekend, vandals struck Victory Heights Park yet again and tagged both sides of the basketball backstop as well as the side of the community center.  A report has been filed with the City of Seattle which promises to … Continue reading →

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The Seattle That Wasn't: Freeways Through Victory Heights

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Ryan

In 1960, city planners proposed three north-south freeways through Seattle, one of which would have crossed Victory Heights right over Thornton Creek! Long-time residents might recall the proposed R.H. Thomson Freeway or at least seen the “off ramps to nowhere” … Continue reading →

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Neighbors Enjoy Block Party On Victory Lane

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Ryan

Victory Heights’ Night Out Block Party was held on August 14th and attracted 30 or so residents and children on Victory Lane for a potluck dinner. It was a nice chance to socialize and get to know everyone, from the … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Victory Heights Potluck Tonight

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Ryan

Tonight (August 14th) is the Victory Heights Potluck. The location will be on Victory Lane NE between NE 105th Street & NE 107th Street. Tables will be set up and neighbors are encouraged to bring a dish to share, something … Continue reading →

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