He’s going back. This time into the war zone – in Ukraine – to help save more abandoned pets. Edmonds resident Dan Fine is going back, though friends have told…
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Downtown Log Cabin offers warm welcome to Edmonds visitors
“Welcome to the little log cabin. How can I help you?” Guests looking for everything from directions to a friendly conversation are met by this greeting at the Edmonds Visitor’s…
Edmonds insurance agent celebrates 45th anniversary in business
In early summer of 1977, Hotel California by the Eagles and Rumours by Fleetwood Mac were at the top of the charts, and the first Star Wars movie was the…
Author celebrates 101st birthday at Edmonds Waterfront Center
With her daughter Connie and granddaughter Daphne by her side, Myrta Klinkman scanned the menu at the Edmonds Waterfront Center’s Potlatch Bistro Friday as they waited the arrival of other…
Scene in Edmonds: Whale near the fishing pier
Memorial scholarship to honor late Edmonds-Woodway High graduate, Warrior wrestler Emily Hood
The Foundation for Edmonds School District is hosting the Emily Hood Memorial Scholarship in honor of the 2020 Edmonds-Woodway High School student who died Feb. 28 from inoperable brain cancer….
Scene in Edmonds: Getting a boost
Former schools superintendent reflects on cancer journey, faith and importance of being present in new book
Years ago, retired Edmonds School District Superintendent Nick Brossoit thought he might write a book. So, he squirreled away stories about growing up, about his mentors, about his 30-plus years…
Retired Edmonds Police Chief Al Compaan is 2022 Edmonds Citizen of the Year
“It was a busy year for nominations,” said John Rutter, who headed up this year’s Edmonds Kiwanis Club Citizen of the Year selection committee. “We had about a dozen this…
Edmonds residents arrive in Poland to help rescue animals from Ukraine
Two Edmonds residents are now “on the ground” along the Polish-Ukrainian border following their first day helping rescue animals from the Russia-Ukraine war. Dan Fine and Tana Axtelle have just…
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Lynnwood painter wins record $2.37 million jackpot on Tulalip Resort Casino slot machine
A Lynnwood man playing the slot machine at Tulalip Resort Casino won the casino’s largest-ever jackpot — nearly $2.4 million — early Sunday morning. Jose Lopez, a self-employed painter, won…
Edmonds-Woodway grad, Warrior wrestler Emily Hood passes away
Updated with information about the celebration of life. Three years after her cancer diagnosis, Edmonds-Woodway High School alumnus and former Warrior wrestler Emily Hood has died. “February 28th, our beautiful…
Adam Cornell reflects on 3 years as county prosecutor and his decision not to seek reelection
About to embark on the last year of his four-year term as Snohomish County Prosecutor, Edmonds resident Adam Cornell announced in November that he does not plan to seek reelection…
‘A transformative experience’: Edmonds woman recalls Native American canoe journey through Salish Sea
Paddling a traditional Coast Salish open canoe through 144 miles of the Salish Sea is not an adventure everyone would savor. “We had several 4 a.m. wakeup calls, and on…
Edmonds beachcomber digs up history
Jimmy Buffett sang it best in his song Coastal Confessions, which goes like this: “I believe that down on the beach Where the seagulls preach- Is where…
Seattle NOW chapter honors Edmonds’ Alicia Crank with Shero Award
Edmonds resident Alicia Crank has received a Shero award from the National Organization for Women Seattle chapter. The award, according to the Seattle NOW website, is “an annual celebration that…
Fundraiser launched to cover funeral expenses of slain gas station employee
A fundraiser has been launched to cover the funeral expenses for a 60-year-old Snohomish man who was shot to death Sept. 26 at a Chevron gas station at 148th Street Southwest…
After Taliban coup, Edmonds resident helping Afghan women leaders ‘find path to a new future’
Edmonds resident Lisa Herb has been leading an effort to help women leaders from Afghanistan “find a path to a new future” after their country fell into the hands of…
Local teen achieves rank of Eagle Scout
Kyle Joseph Walde, 16, was recently acknowledged during a BSA Court of Honor for achieving his Eagle Scout rank. The son of Robert and Sheile Walde of Edmonds, Kyle is…
Community fundraiser for Bill Anderson Memorial Scope to launch during Bird Fest weekend
The City of Edmonds is inviting the community to help raise funds to purchase a wildlife viewing scope for the Edmonds Marsh in honor of the late Bill Anderson, beloved…
Two familiar faces at Edmonds Post Office retiring after combined 49 years of service
It seems everyone in town knows Patty and Veronica, the stalwart counter workers at the downtown Edmonds Post Office. No matter what your postal needs, they’re right there every day,…
Neighbors bid fond farewell to longtime Edmonds mail carrier
A group of Edmonds neighbors on Saturday bid a fond farewell to their mail carrier of more than 37 years, Jeff Everson. During his last day on the Edmonds route,…
Edmonds’ Jolie Elliott becomes first young woman in area to achieve Eagle Scout honor
Edmonds resident Jolie Elliott, 19, of Troop 319 recently became the first female member of Scouts BSA (Boy Scouts of America) Salish Sea District to achieve the organization’s highest rank…
Edmonds letter carrier extraordinaire Todd Hoover hangs up his mailbag after 40 years
“I love this job,” beamed Todd Hoover as he wound up his final week delivering mail in downtown Edmonds, where he’s known for his infectious smile, positive attitude and walking…
‘Jeopardy’ icon Ken Jennings discusses Edmonds ties, love of trivia during ECA gathering
As far as television game shows go, Jeopardy holds a special place in the hearts of many Americans. So it’s no surprise that Jeopardy contestant and Edmonds native Ken Jennings…