14 Dec Pioneer Square in the news

News:

300 rally in Seattle in support of Obama’s health care proposals by Seattle Times. The rally was organized in part by the national Democratic Party for support of President Obama’s health care agenda.

New deep-bore tunnel alignment proposed for Pioneer Square by Seattle PI. WSDOT is considering changes to the planned Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement Tunnel — one that could mean some relief for residents and businesses in the historic Pioneer Square district, according to a project spokeswoman. (huge discussion happening in the comments section)

Can Pioneer Square be saved? by Seattle PI.  Businesses, residents look to new mayor after famed book store says it’s leaving

Elliott Bay is Just Not That Into Me by Publicola. A criticism of EBBC’s decision to move, and their general business model. The author will not be doing her holiday shopping at Elliott Bay this year.

Giving the Gift of College Loans with Seattle’s Vittana by The SunBreak. Local P2 business Vittana microfinance loans for college students.

Pioneer Square Man Who Films Drug Dealers Now Has Big Brother-Like Reach by Seattle Weekly. I think the title says it all.

Blogs:

Travel Trip talks about Seattle + the Underground Tour

Bottomfeeder: Beba’s Is Not Your Average Deli by Seattle Weekly’s Bottomfeeder

Seattle Transit Blog – great discussion in the comments about Seattle transit and bringing back the Waterfront Streetcar, as well as a line into Pioneer Square.

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