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Tips for more sustainable shopping and shipping this holiday season

Blog stats: 900 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: The holiday season can be a fun, festive time full of activities with family and friends, shopping, and of course traveling on busy streets. Freight and goods travel on those same streets with vehicles making deliveries to Seattleites’ homes and businesses all… [ Keep reading ]

Updated 1/4/2022: Winter weather status – How we’re responding to snow and ice, and resources to stay informed

Latest Update: 1/4/2022, 12:55 PM Weather Update: We continue to see winter weather in Seattle. Temperatures are low and fluctuating above and below freezing, creating ice on streets and sidewalks across the city as snow melts and then potentially turns into black ice. The National Weather Service website has the… [ Keep reading ]

Traveling during the holidays? Skip the traffic, save time, and reduce pollution by considering walking, rolling, biking, or taking transit!

The holiday season is here! This year, do yourself a favor and go car-free if you can for your trips to visit family, do your holiday shopping, and get wherever else you need to go. It could save you time, stress, and reduce traffic congestion to help others travel faster,… [ Keep reading ]

Have a Safe and Fun Fourth of July Weekend!

Independence Day is just around the corner! As we prepare for a more normal Fourth of July celebration this year, it’s important for Seattleites to keep safety in mind so they can enjoy the holiday weekend with family and friends and prevent any crashes. Around the Fourth, many people head to the parks or attend a friend’s barbecue to… [ Keep reading ]

Stay active safely, close to home – and celebrate the New Year – with Brand New Year Blocks! Lake Washington Blvd will also open again to people walking, rolling, & biking.

Summary This month, there are three great ways to stay active and healthy while staying close to home! Brand New Year Blocks allow you to close one block for three total days from now through January 3. One mile of Lake Washington Blvd is open to people walking, rolling, and… [ Keep reading ]