The former America’s Best Value Inn in Edmonds is still on track to become emergency bridge housing. The plan is to open the site at 22127 Highway 99 sometime in…
Nov. 5 general election ballots to be mailed to Snohomish County voters this week
Snohomish County Elections said in a Monday press release it will mail 2024 General Election ballots this Thursday, Oct. 17 to approximately 520,000 registered voters. “To make sure your voice…
Edmonds Planning Board Oct. 17 to review housing, housing, climate elements of draft Comprehensive Plan
The Edmonds Planning Board will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 to discuss the land use, housing and climate elements of the City of Edmonds draft…
Larsen briefed by officials on plans to improve fish passage, reduce flooding on lower Perrinville Creek
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen met on Tuesday morning with officials from the City of Edmonds and the Tulalip Tribes, who briefed him on a proposed project that would remove culverts…
Reminder: Public hearing on draft EIS for Comprehensive Plan update Oct. 16
The City of Edmonds’ draft Comprehensive Plan is now available for public review. A draft environmental impact statement (EIS) about updating the Comprehensive Plan has also been published. A virtual…
Oct. 23: Edmonds joining two other school districts to host Education Funding Crisis Town Hall
The Edmonds School District is joining educators and leaders in the Northshore and Shoreline school districts to host an The Education Funding Crisis Town Hall from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct….
Edmonds Schools Foundation’s Monster Mad Dash raises $63K for programs
The Foundation for Edmonds School District’s 16th Annual Monster Mad Dash 5K at Lake Ballinger raised $63,000 for vital programs benefiting local schools, but the foundation noted that it was…
County Auditor Garth Fell to speak about elections during Oct. 22 Edmonds Lions Club meeting
Just two weeks before the general election, the Edmonds Lions Club welcomes Snohomish County Auditor Garth Fell as its guest speaker at noon Tuesday, Oct. 22 at Pancake Haus, 530…
Washington looks to resolve conflicts that block housing for homeless people
Housing developers and local governments can now go through a state-led dispute resolution process if a city refuses to permit emergency and temporary housing for people who are homeless. Earlier…
Reminder: Free Day-to-Day with Dementia event in Edmonds Oct. 19
All are invited to a free community education event, Day-to-Day With Dementia, from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 19 at Edmonds Lutheran Church, 23525 84th Ave. W., Edmonds. Led by a…
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Edmonds Lions Club sponsoring food drive Oct. 19
The Edmonds Lions Club will hold a food drive to benefit the Edmonds Food Bank from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 outside Walnut Street Coffee, 410 Walnut…
Letter to the editor: Judicial candidate Mary Anderson a thoughtul and dedicated leader
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my strong support for judicial candidate Mary Anderson, whose leadership and community-focused approach make her an exceptional choice for the bench. Her Let’s Talk…
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Letter to the editor: Support Edmonds Center for Arts at Oct. 18 concert featuring Renée Elise Goldsberry
Editor: As a member of the Edmonds Center for the Arts Board, I would like to personally invite everyone to attend our Gala Event and Benefit Concert this Friday, Oct….
Spruce Elementary Ar(c)t(ic) Design Exhibition now live at National Nordic Museum
The latest Ar(c)t(ic) Design Exhibition, curated by teacher Jennie Warmouth and her second-grade students at Lynnwood’s Spruce Elementary, is now live at the National Nordic Museum in Seattle. The exhibition…
Workforce Snohomish to host health care job fair Oct. 23
Workforce Snohomish is hosting a free health care-focused job fair from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23. The event will be on the fourth floor of WorkSource Everett at 3201 Smith…
Restaurant News review: Paris Baguette
Paris Baguette is a French-inspired bakery café with South Korean roots. They opened their first U.S. café in 2015, and their first location in the Seattle area opened in June…
Edmonds Civic Roundtable next Conversation with Council features Susan Paine Oct. 17
The next Conversation with the Council sponsored by the Edmonds Civic Roundtable will feature Edmonds City Councilmember Susan Paine, from 7:45-9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Pancake Haus, 530…
City seeks applicants for Mayors’ Climate Protection Committee
The Edmonds Mayors’ Climate Protection Committee (CPC) is seeking new members. As community members appointed by the mayor, the CPC meets monthly to address the impacts of climate change on…
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Letter to the editor: Superior court judges supporting Whitney Rivera
Editor: We are 15 of your Snohomish County Superior Court Judges. Every day, we make tough decisions in a great variety of cases from serious criminal charges such as murder…
A clash over local control in the race to run Washington’s public schools
In the race to oversee Washington’s public schools, incumbent superintendent Chris Reykdal has sought to frame challenger David Olson as a far-right extremist with Trumpian values — a charge that…
Sponsor spotlight: Expand your professional vocabulary
In our fast-moving world, using concise yet descriptive words and phrases can be very powerful when communicating important thoughts and ideas. While the term can incite eye-rolls if overused, certain…
High school sports roundup for Oct. 11-12, 2024
Friday, Oct. 11 Football Meadowdale defeated Everett 21-14 (2OT) Kealoha Kapo’o-Sebate played the role of hero for the Meadowdale Mavericks on Friday night. He intercepted four passes on defense —…
Edmonds Arts Commission seeks applicants
The City of Edmonds Arts Commission has an opening in 2025 for Edmonds residents with a professional background in the visual arts and a passion and interest in working with…
Letter to the editor: Judicial candidate Mary Anderson committed to community
Editor: I recently had the privilege of hearing Judicial Candidate Mary Anderson speak at the Recovery Café in Everett. It was truly inspiring to witness a political figure engage with…
Kids are Bookin’ It: ‘Alastair McAllister’ a delight for kids and adults
Alastair McAllister By Valerie Ramer Illustrated by Kat Harrington Recommended for ages 4-7 Delightful Alastair McAllister is as excited as a young kitty can be. He’s going to school. Yes,…
Edmonds Marsh restoration project volunteers plant more than 80 trees
Volunteers for the Edmonds Marsh Volunteer Restoration Project on Saturday planted over 80 trees near Shelleberger Creek, which runs along Highway 104 and eventually into the marsh. The tree planting…
British Bazaar in Edmonds Oct. 26
The Daughters of the British Empire (DBE) is hosting a British Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Ave. W., Edmonds….
Fungi at your fingertips: New book showcases Pacific Northwest’s mushroom riches
Fall is prime fungi time in the Pacific Northwest, and Mushrooms of Cascadia: A Comprehensive Guide to the Fungi of the Pacific Northwest makes identification rewarding for both experts and…
Council to meet in committees, continue city department budget presentations Oct. 15
It’s a marathon day of meetings for the Edmonds City Council Tuesday, Oct. 15, with three virtual committee meetings starting at 1:30 p.m., followed by a special business meeting at…
Verdant Health Commission sponsoring ‘Food and Your Mood’ nutrition and mental health series starting Oct. 17
“Food & Your Mood: The Link Between Nutrition & Mental Health” is the topic of a two-part virtual series sponsored by Stilly Valley Health Connections and Verdant Health Commission on…
Washington is sitting on $2.2B in unclaimed property — some could be yours
Does Washington state have money of yours? It’s possible. If a business loses contact with a customer for an extended time, some unclaimed money like security deposits, uncashed paychecks, or…
Overnight I-5 ramp closures and lane reductions scheduled for Oct. 14-18
Sound Transit contractor crews will continue work in several areas around Lynnwood as part of the ongoing Lynnwood Light Rail extension project. The work involves the following closures: – The…
Se Habla Media Podcast for Oct. 12, 2024
The My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with Lynnwood-based Se Habla Media to share their daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts — with English subtitles. Learn more about Se Habla…
Costumed canine contestants compete for top honors at Halloween Howl
It was a howlin’ good time Saturday as local canines – and their humans – descended on the Edmonds off-leash dog park to parade their scariest, funniest and cutest costumes…
Reminder: North Sound Church to present ‘Tunes and Treats’ with jazz and dessert Oct. 13
North Sound Church is hosting “Tunes and Treats,” a free evening of jazz music and dessert, at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13. The church is located at 201 4th Ave….
Letter to the editor: Judge Rivera endorsed by county sheriff
To the Editor: Public safety is not just about the work of law enforcement. When it comes to keeping our communities safe, we also need a court system that will…
Edmonds educator Adie Simmons nominated for 2024 Toyota Family Teacher of the Year
Adie Simmons, founder and director of Edmonds-based Washington Family Engagement, is one of five educators nominated for the 2024 Toyota Family Teacher of the Year. Simmons was nominated by Washington…