Category Archives: Safety

New 8th Avenue Art Project Planned

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Jim deMaine

From the First Hill Newsletter (thanks to Mary M.) Ed note: A full update for Skyline residents concerning the Skybridge project is planned for February 19th. Also of note, arborists plan the necessary tree pruning on 8th Avenue which will … Continue reading →

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Pike Place Market car ban extended amid uptick in foot traffic

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Jim deMaine

by Nate Sanford in Crosscut Citing positive feedback, increased foot traffic and a need for more research, Seattle’s Pike Place Market is extending its car-free experiment through next spring. Market leaders aren’t yet ready to pull the trigger on permanently … Continue reading →

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Mexican first responders arrive in Texas to support flood relief efforts: ‘Solidarity without borders’

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Jim deMaine

from GoodGoodGood – thanks to Bob P. Over the Independence Day weekend, catastrophic flooding hit six counties in central Texas, where, as of the most recent reports, at least 80 have been killed. In Kerr County, home to Kerrville and … Continue reading →

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If you’re marching in a protest, please read

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M. (Ed note: Although the note is about 6/11, it applies to any local protest March including this weekend’s No King event.) Please see the notice below from the East Precinct’s Crime Prevention Coordinator.  Planned rally this … Continue reading →

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Skybridge approval on City Council Agenda Tuesday April 8th

Posted on April 5, 2025 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: The approval of Skyline’s skybridge is finally up for vote by the City Council this coming Tuesday–after making it through multiple sub-committees. It expected to pass (hopefully). If interested you can tune in to watch the proceedings live … Continue reading →

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Restoring Faith in Vaccines

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M.

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A water spill safety suggestion

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Jim deMaine

It’s possible to shut off all the water in your apartment We’re all acutely aware of the problem of potential of water damage in high rise buildings. Several years ago, after water issues, we obtained water sensors that beeped loudly … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court rules for nursing home patient’s family, declines to limit civil rights lawsuits

Posted on June 8, 2023 by Jim deMaine

BY JESSICA GRESKO, ASSOCIATED PRESS – 06/08/23 3:08 PM ET from The Hill Thanks to Sylvia P. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled for the family of a nursing home resident with dementia that had sued over … Continue reading →

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For those slippery grab bars

Posted on May 5, 2023 by Jim deMaine

These are easy to apply to your grab bars which are, at times, slippery with soap or water. I found them to be inexpensive on Amazon. Also, they’re good for those sliding throw rugs which are, as you know, a … Continue reading →

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‘My Watch Thinks I’m Dead’

Posted on February 5, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Dispatchers for 911 are being inundated with false, automated distress calls from Apple devices owned by skiers who are very much alive. Ed note: The Apple watch can is having problems with skiers, but many seniors find it an ideal … Continue reading →

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It’s not over ’till it’s over

Posted on January 29, 2023 by Jim deMaine

This is an interesting, even breathtaking couple of photos. l Be sure to read the 1st caption below the picture before going to the 2nd photo.  Look closely at the first photo take your time, then scroll down very slowly… Look … Continue reading →

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Drop, Cover and Hold?

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G.

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Canadian speed control

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. Coming to a neighborhood near you. Canadian Speed Control!  How’s this for effective speed control? I don’t know about you, but this would certainly slow me down! People slow down and actually try to “straddle” the … Continue reading →

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Public safety – talk tonight at 7 PM

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F. Safe and Sound: A Conversation With Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz and Community Leaders on Public Safety 7:00 PM ON KCTS 9  Wed, May 25 Public safety in Seattle.

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A couple of unwanted visitors

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann

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New technology is changing the driving experience

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M. If you have a newer vehicle, just how does all that new technology really work for you? Check out the AARP offerings below. AARP just announced Smart DriverTEK, a free Zoom-based workshop re new vehicle safety technology. … Continue reading →

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Portrait of a city – exploring doughnut economics

Posted on January 11, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Marilyn W and Diane S

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Sirens

Posted on December 24, 2021 by William Calvin

Not only are we surrounded by three major hospitals, but the Seattle Fire Department has established a fire station at Harborview for 5 Medic units (Aid units come up under I-5 from the International District station). SFD also dispatches Medic … Continue reading →

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Raising the crane at Graystone (800 Columbia)

Posted on November 26, 2021 by William Calvin

This last weekend, likely on Saturday Sunday morning or later this week, weather permitting, they will be inserting two four more sections into the tower crane, raising the top by four eight stories. Most of the action can be seen … Continue reading →

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Secure shopping advice

Posted on November 24, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Gordon G. has sent along this link to help us shop safely on-line: Click Here to watch.

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Infrastructure Bill from AARP WA

Posted on November 15, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Rick B.

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Traffic shifts along the waterfront

Posted on November 5, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W.

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Information on the Seattle Police

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Jim deMaine

from Mike Caplow. Scroll down for the graphs and data.

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