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Gabe Guarente

Senior City Editor

Gabe is based in Seattle (originally from New Jersey), and has previously been a food writer at Eater, a sports reporter, and a YA graphic novelist. You’ll probably find him scouting out the latest restaurant in town on the weekends, or strolling around the streets of White Center with his feisty pup, Armando.

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Pickleball players play on a purple-painted court in downtown Seattle with green vendor tents in the background
Culture
Seattle debuts new pickleball courts downtown
The unveiling took place during the Pickleball for All festival.
September 19, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Three traditional Ukrainian dresses on display at Ukrainian Cultural Center Toloka in Bellevue, WA
Culture
New Ukrainian cultural center opens in Bellevue
It’ll be open seven days a week to help refugees and celebrate Ukrainian traditions.
September 15, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A small automated sweeping robot cleans the floor at Sea-Tac Airport
City
Machine learning: Seattle robots spring into action
From pizza-making to latte art, learn more about what local droids are up to.
September 15, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A projected video of a human face appears on a tree in Seattle's City Hall Park at night with the Smith Tower looming in the background
Culture
Mind-blowing art installation debuts at City Hall Park
“Monuments” blends human faces with the environment.
September 13, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A small group of people gather in a tented area outside a van with several other vans parked nearby.
Culture
Ballard Van Jam rolls back into town
The event celebrates all things “van life” with custom vehicles, food, and music.
September 13, 2023
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Real Estate
Where to buy cool houseplants in Seattle
Flex those green thumbs 🌿
September 12, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A rendering of a Mars colony with a woman looking out onto the Martian vista
City
Seattle may get new institute dedicated to Mars missions
The Mars Society likes that we have so much biotech and AI firms here.
September 7, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
SATXtoday: Mount Rushmore blank
Culture
Who belongs on San Antonio’s Mount Rushmore?
We’ve got our ideas — submit your finalists
September 7, 2023
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Adriana Christian
The sign outside Mutual Fish Co. on Rainier Avenue in South Seattle
City
Seattle’s iconic Mutual Fish Company is closing
The 76-year-old market was a local seafood trailblazer.
September 5, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Seattle movement artist Majinn wearing a white knit cap and a colorful shirt while dancing
Culture
Cornish College of the Arts debuts new courses for adults
Sign up for hip-hop classes or instructions on podcasting.
September 5, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Mount Rushmore with question marks on blurred out faces.
Culture
Who belongs on the Mount Rushmore of Asheville?
Send in your picks to help carve out our poll.
September 5, 2023
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Grace Powers
Performers roller skate and double dutch at the Bumbershoot festival in Seattle, WA
Culture
Bumbershoot’s Recess District party was truly hopping
Jump rope, roller skating, and extreme pogo sticking found an audience.
September 3, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of the Amazon spheres and Amazon's primary corporate headquarters in Seattle on Terry Avenue.
City
Where Seattle workers can find job and employment resources
Let’s boost the fruits of your labor.
September 1, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Events
Time to level up: a Guide to PAX West 2023
The video game convention featuring panels, cosplay competitions, and lots of sweet vendors is in town.
August 31, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
An aerial view of Gas Works Park showing the famed towers among the green space
City
Gas Works Park celebrates 50 years of industrial outdoors vibes
Who knew a former gassification plant could be so fun?
August 30, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A crowd of fans gather in front of the Space Needle at night at Seattle's Bumbershoot festival
Events
What to do and see at this year’s Bumbershoot
The party’s rocking on Labor Day weekend.
August 28, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
The exterior of the Admiral Theater in West Seattle with its red-bordered marquee
Culture
Where to see $4 movies in Seattle on National Cinema Day
Go ahead and splurge on popcorn, too.
August 23, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Two Nordstrom employees hold up a Seattle Supersonics banner that says "Bring on the Noise" as part of a time capsule reveal
Culture
Downtown Nordstrom opens time capsule from 1998
And, yes, there was a Beanie Baby inside.
August 22, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A vintage photo of the Comstock staircase in Queen Anne, leading to a retaining wall.
City
Queen Anne staircases are like stepping through history
They also make for a great workout.
August 22, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Mount Rushmore features cut outs of Portland's historic figures: Governor Tom McCall, author Beverly Cleary, drag queen Darcelle XV, and chef James Beard.
City
Mount Rushmore of Portland: the winners
These four historic figures left a legacy that will last for many years to come.
August 21, 2023
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Ben McBee
A giant wooden troll sculpture sits cross-legged on Bainbridge Island
Culture
What’s up with the new giant wood trolls coming to Seattle?
They’re part of a large installation by a Danish artist.
August 18, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A woman lies on a cot as a tattoo artist prepares needles over a large ring light at the Seattle Tattoo Expo
Culture
Admiring all the cool ink at the Seattle Tattoo Expo
There are live performances and lots of ink opportunities.
August 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A bird's eye view of the Pacific Science Center courtyard with the famed white arches shown prominently
City
How to weigh in on the PacSci courtyard renovation project
The center is seeking feedback from the public.
August 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
The stadium in Williamsport, PA for the Little League World Series shown at sunset
Culture
Northeast Seattle Little League squad preps for World Series
Local kids have made it to Williamsport, PA
August 14, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of Leavenworth, WA's downtown area with Bavarian-themed buildings against the backdrop of mountains
Play
The ultimate road trip to Leavenworth, WA
Washington’s picturesque Bavarian village makes for a charming getaway any time of year.
August 14, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A double-trunked Western red cedar located in the Wedgewood neighborhood of Seattle
City
Large Wedgwood cedar is spared from getting chopped down
The tree named “Luma” became a cause this summer.
August 10, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Overhead look at a plate of oysters next to a pasta dish.
Play
Meet your new favorite Seattle restaurants
Dining in Seattle is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more hot dishes on the way.
August 10, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A Sound Transit Light Rail link train stopped at a station with a passenger departing wearing a face mask
City
How to deal with the major Light Rail disruptions coming up
Sound Transit is fixing sinking tracks downtown, so you’ll need to plan ahead.
August 8, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of the Smith Tower in Seattle, WA
Real Estate
Seattle’s iconic Smith Tower is for sale
What might the next buyer do with it?
August 8, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A small shuttle that says "Explore Bellevue Bellhop Your Free Ride" on the side, with passengers inside
City
Bellevue launches free on-demand electric car service
BellHop takes passengers on short trips around downtown Bellevue at no cost.
August 4, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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