- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackMea culpa! I meant no offense by my comment. I just find American cheese overly processed. Here's a good article...
- on Edmonds scenic: Unusual cloud sunsetNice capture Alex!
- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackGreat reason to stay local with Dick's or Kidd Valley.
- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackHow is American cheese not "real food"? It's literally a blend of different cheeses mixed with an emulsifying agent. This...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I think the city has supported the creative district in many ways. Government accommodation is support. After all what ever...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Karen, the city literally owns the building and parking lot of the facility called Driftwood Playhouse. If that isn't subsidizing...
- on 50 years ago: The story of Edmonds’ forgotten StarbucksThanks Roger. We'll correct that.
- on 50 years ago: The story of Edmonds’ forgotten Starbucks"One of the properties he acquired was the old Yost Motor Company building on Main Street." 5th between Dayton and...
- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackFor all of this type of food I will stick to Dicks. They have good shakes, Fries are tasty usually...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I think you missed the point of what Denise Cole was saying - other than the lights in the street...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26There is no logical reason that I can see where seven CM's voted at large is any more beneficial than...
- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackDon't waste your money at Shake Shack. Two small very mediocre hamburgers, one awful tasting cheap crinkle cut small fry,...
- on Time runs out for design approval on proposed building at 627 Dayton StreetWould this have blocked the spectacular view from the Plaza on top of the library? Because that would be a...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Update: Shoreline elects 7 council persons, and then Council appoints 2 of their own to be mayor and deputy mayor....
- on Time runs out for design approval on proposed building at 627 Dayton StreetKudos to both the above opinions!
- on Scene in Edmonds: Around town TuesdayOOOOOOOOOOO! Love this Ron!
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I have nothing for or against murals on buildings, who does, them or whether or not they get paid for...
- on The Writer’s Desk: It’s a mystery to meYou're welcome. And thanks for the comment.
- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackI tried it the burger was good but nothing to write home about the fries were just fries and no...
- on High school sports roundup for Sept. 25, 2023Yeah! It's great to hear about the hard-working volleyball teams in our district too!
- on South County Fire staffers give valuable safety advice for Falls Prevention WeekThanks, Sylvana! Every neighborhood should have people like Larry (and Shawneri) . Learned a lot last week about what they...
- on Beloved Orca sculpture returns to EdmondsThank you Joe. You took the words out of my mouth.
- on Snohomish County to treat invasive plants in Edmonds Marsh Oct. 2Is nightshade a concern? My impression is that the attractive berries are poisonous, and there is nightshade growing alongside a...
- on Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake ShackHi Deborah, Many thanks for your excellent write up. I thoroughly enjoy your reviews. I had heard a lot on...
- on Time runs out for design approval on proposed building at 627 Dayton StreetNat, for several years now, the City has been intending to rewrite its development (zoning) code -- the ordinances that...
- on Time runs out for design approval on proposed building at 627 Dayton StreetThe "architectural rendering" is a brilliant example of how such people would love to see a soulless, sterile, ugly Edmonds....
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26As the chair of the Mural Project of Edmonds, I just want to clarify that our city DOES NOT pay...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you, April, I really appreciate your wonderful words and good wishes. I agree, rabbits make wonderful pets!
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you so much for your kind words and for rescuing your five babies! I have a Penelope Bunny, too!...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Drawing pictures of nature on the sides of buildings while ignoring man's activities of blocking streams, over building and destroying...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Am I correct in saying that the salary commission recommendations are final? If so, then can we consider the recommendations...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Edmonds is often a leader on new and creative ideas. That is one reason Edmonds was the first Creative District...
- on The Writer’s Desk: It’s a mystery to meWhat a clever reminder of how suspense works. I read "Forbidden Notebook" recently, and had exactly the same question at...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you, Clint, I have always voted in favor of restoring the Edmonds Marsh.
- on South County Fire staffers give valuable safety advice for Falls Prevention WeekLarry Hadland is a Godsend to seniors in the county. He is thoughtful, candid, caring and will have the seniors...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Deborah, I accept your math because mine is terrible. What I don't get is that we hire all these supposedly...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I agree with Jim Fairchild’s comments about paying CC wages that are high enough so that a council person does...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsCongratulations on your engagement I'm happy for the both of you and all of you including the rabbits I love...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsAs I read this story 1 of my 5 rescues is jumping all over me , you are amazing people...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I don't doubt the analysis I doubt the value placed on some our most important people. I view it as...
- on PUD’s new power meter does more than measure electricityI agree with Susan. 62 years is a long lifetime. Thank goodness, employees were not laid off, which is often...
- on Scene in Edmonds: Around town FridayWhat a great shot, Sharon ! Thanks for sharing
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I have now read the complete Salary Commission report. While I have a few questions about some of it I...
- on Healthy eating: Enjoy a taste of Portugal in this nutrition-packed soupThis looks really good! I plan to try it, but will use other sausage than chorizo for health reasons. Probably...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I do agree Joy that the Seattle CC is out of control as far as making a safer city for...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26There are many Extravagant projects that have been done and continue to be done and or wanted in Edmonds that...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26A minimum wage job or a 20$ an hour job in Edmonds (which is some in service industry, retail industry...
- on Seahawk Super Bowl champs join food bank staff in appeal for more volunteersThank you Larry for the great article and helping us at the food banks shed light on the importance of...
- on High school sports roundup for Sept. 23, 2023Need more Girls volleyball inclusion. We have a team at Lynnwood High School trying to set the State and District...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26So the compensation theory here is that we are paying our Mayors real meaningful and adequate compensation for their expertise...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26How many of those complaining about the increases for council members would be willing to put in the hours that...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Did any of you actually read the commission's report? Yes, 20% sounds like a lot, but based on the report...
- on Scene in Edmonds: Halloween on the waySpooky shot Sam! Great!
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26The agenda packet says that the average mayor salary for 12 comparable jurisdictions was $141K and the median was $130,464....
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26I can’t believe a 20% raise! Of course everyone would like a raise of this magnitude. Raises may be in...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Wouldn't a pay cut for #DropTheMike Nelson be more appropriate? per pay for performance?? ...Just sayin'
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Number one…isn’t a raise based on a job well done? I would give a report card of C- maybe. Number...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26Thank you Jim for valuing our service- that is what it is, and the compensation reflects that. In some of...
- on Edmonds composer honors Civic playground namesake with ‘Mika’s Song’Great article. Thank you, Ed, for this wonderful idea, and to the Edmonds Arts Commission for supporting it.
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26We will report more on this after the council meeting Tuesday but it's worth reading the report, linked to the...
- on Raises for mayor, city council: Salary commission to present findings Sept. 26The mayor's raise is more than a council person makes in a entire year, or certainly really close. Seems we...
- on Seahawk Super Bowl champs join food bank staff in appeal for more volunteersI'm nearing 2 years with EFB and it's one of the most rewarding things I'v done. It's very well run,...
- on Healthy eating: Enjoy a taste of Portugal in this nutrition-packed soupHaving lived in Portugal for many years, I always enjoyed Caldo Verde. Now I sometimes make it with sweet potatoes...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsHello Jenna. My best to you and your Fiance in joining your lives together and kudos to you for showing...
- on Edmonds scenics: From morning to nightAnd our apologies as the photo credit for Donald Ricker's photo appeared to drop off. We just readded it.
- on Edmonds scenics: From morning to nightThese are wonderful and much appreciated. Thanks very much for sharing them.
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you, Trina! We really appreciate your kind words and good wishes! 🙂
- on Scene in Edmonds: Around town FridayWe have:https://myedmondsnews.com/2019/10/the-man-behind-the-beach-bubbles/
- on Edmonds scenics: From morning to nightBeautiful sunset picture, Don!
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsCongratulations Jenna and Robert on your engagement and for taking time in your weekend to help these lovely rabbits. I...
- on Commentary: The reasons for repealing Ordinance 4079Thank you for the update and clarification Diane.
- on New tree-planting projects to sprout in Washington with help from $36M in grantsMy oversimplification about why this is infuriating: City governments encourage developers to cut trees, build, pave and depart the destruction...
- on PUD’s new power meter does more than measure electricityI like that the new meter has a 20-year life expectancy, to replace a 62-year old meter that was still...
- on Scene in Edmonds: Around town FridayHave you written an article about the Bubble Man? Who is he??
- on Commentary: The reasons for repealing Ordinance 4079How does this relate to the proposed purchase of the Burlington/Aurora Antique Pavilion property?
- on Scene in Edmonds: Around town FridayThank you, Delores!
- on Letter to the editor: Supporting Roger Pence for Edmonds City CouncilThank you Roger Pence for your honestly and caring about Edmonds. I am a registered independent but usually vote Dem....
- on Daybreakers Rotary Club brings back WINGO for HalloweenOur Rotary should publish an address for those who would not attend but would donate to help them with the...
- on Commentary: The reasons for repealing Ordinance 4079I love this article and I thank Diane Bucknish's for her time and her caring about Edmonds. I realize that...
- on Letter to the editor: Supporting Roger Pence for Edmonds City CouncilI don't know anything much about Lynnwood City politics but I have to wonder why we would bend over backwards...
- on Edmonds Art Studio Tour showcases 39 artists and 19 studios — and it continues SundayThanks Tracy -- we've updated the website address.
- on Edmonds Art Studio Tour showcases 39 artists and 19 studios — and it continues SundayMy website is actually tracykayfelix.com ! I am sometimes confused with an artist of the same name in Colorado; How...
- on PUD’s new power meter does more than measure electricityAnd another great feature is the ability to shut off any service up to 200A remotely.
- on PUD’s new power meter does more than measure electricityThis is used in Europe and controls information about how the power company can keep it's Big Brother watching our...
- on New tree-planting projects to sprout in Washington with help from $36M in grantsIsn't Edmonds a recognized "Tree City USA" member? Just saying.
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you, Kevin, we’re so excited!
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you for your kind words, Kathleen! It means so much to be able to start our lives together by...
- on New tree-planting projects to sprout in Washington with help from $36M in grantsHanging around Edmonds for as long as I have has taught me that almost all of our Mayors (Chief Executive...
- on Letter to the editor: Supporting Roger Pence for Edmonds City CouncilAlicia, No one is being vilified. Edmonds leans towards the Democratic Party so voters often have to choose between Democrats....
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsCongratulations Jenna and Robert - and for your uplifting story.
- on Commentary: The reasons for repealing Ordinance 4079Ms Bucknish’s comments seem to me to be right on target.
- on Sponsor spotlight: Set yourself up for success downtownThank you for this article & I'd like to give a shout out to Edmonds Vitamins and Herbs. Their knowledge...
- on Scene in Edmonds: Around town FridayLovely photo Sharon!
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsWell done! The compassion and collaboration evident in turning a romantic get-away into an animal rescue mission demonstrates love on...
- on Commentary: The reasons for repealing Ordinance 4079Thank you so much, Ms. Buckshnis, for your time, attention and caring about this issue. Edmonds made a mistake in...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you, James! I bet Coconut is adorable. We love our five bunnies: Raj, Arjun, Penelope, Juniper, and Stormy. :-)...
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsThank you, Dan! We really appreciate your good wishes! We knew we had to try to help those buns!
- on Daybreakers Rotary Club brings back WINGO for HalloweenJust fixed this.
- on Edmonds couple spends engagement weekend rescuing 33 rabbitsMy daughter and I love our pet rabbit (Coconut). This was such a heartwarming story!
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I wish to thank the Chamber of Commerce for the candidate forum they hosted at City Hall this last Monday evening. I heard a new word from one of the mayoral candidates that I do not believe I would be able to find in a dictionary. Today I received in the mail a flyer in support of this candidate with one statement on the front: “I will not Seattlize Edmonds.” After the Monday forum, when I asked the candidate what he meant by that word, he characterized it as “Tribalism, divisiveness and the homeless problem” as what he does not want to see in Edmonds.
Letters I have read in this news outlet and elsewhere from people claiming to support this candidate seem to me to exemplify tribalism and divisiveness, the very attributes he claims he wants to keep out of Edmonds.
I went to each of the mayoral candidate websites to find out more about what they propose to do and, more importantly, to find out more details of what each has already done for the city they each would like to lead. When I have been in a position to hire in the past, I learned that past behavior is the best predictor of future performance.
On one candidate’s website the only references to accomplishments during many years served on advisory committees, boards and the city council are vague references to walkways, relieving traffic congestion and increasing economic activity. This is the same candidate who went around behind the council in an attempt to undo a decision to protect what is left of our unique environmental treasure, the Edmonds Marsh, from further incursion by business construction. To me, that Is the antithesis of integrity and leads me to question how well this candidate can be trusted to uphold the will of the council.
On the other hand, Mike Nelson can point to a number of initiatives he has launched that have been adopted by the full council. Those accomplishments could not have been achieved without collaborating with the entire council. One person acting and voting in isolation cannot make that kind of difference. Mike Nelson listens to and speaks for citizens from all of Edmonds, not only a select few. His campaign has been focused on issues, ideas and actions rather casting aspersions on other candidates. My mother used to tell me there are three fingers pointing back at you when you point at someone else.
The candidate whose integrity and behavior point to being the best mayor of this city is clear to me. Mike Nelson is my choice for mayor of Edmonds.
I voted for Vivian Olson for Council seat 5. I did that because she is the most qualified for the position. She has lived in Edmonds for a long time. She has raised her family in Edmonds and participated in every day Edmonds, for along time. She is a Veteran! She understands that we are going to go through some serious changes and she, and 60% of those that voted , believe she was and is our best representative. Its disturbing to see the comments that insinuate that all of us who voted for her are somehow racist. They use the word progressive, but they mean racist. That we didn’t elect a person of color for any reason other then they were not the best candidate, I’m offended by that. I don’t see myself as racist for voting for Ms. Olson. I do see myself as a 40 year resident and participant in this town, whose vote along with man others was intended to put the best representative in place to deal with the changes that are coming. I voted for Vivian Olson because she belongs where 60% of us put her. Why is it that her opponent and her supporters can’t respect that?
Re: Making masks at home
Could Brian Potter share his info. re: making masks for workers? Since he has already done the research, providing a pattern and and needed info., i.e.best fabric, etc. in the “News” would short cut the work for those of us who would like to get started. I have a brother who works in a grocery store and the employer is not providing masks for workers.
Now would be a great time to donate/subscribe to our local independent news sources: MyEdmondsNews.com and the Edmonds Beacon. I’m guessing that advertising is likely dropping during this difficult time – although our collective pocketbooks are all hurting, let’s please not forget that our local news sources are essential and require support to keep us informed (and hopefully collaborative!). I’m sure any amounts would be appreciated- we’re so lucky that we have Teresa and others to provide us with quality local coverage!
Kevin,
I agree with your suggestion. I love to donate anonymously so I can stay humble. Do you know how we can donate anonymously via electronic payments?
As more people go walking in Edmonds, it’s clear that many don’t know the fundamental rules of pedestrian safety. A glaring example occurs on streets without sidewalks, where many people go walking on the same side of the street as the direction of traffic. This is a dangerous and potentially deadly mistake: 77% of car v walker accidents are of people walking just this way. This means you are three times more likely to be hit than if you walk facing traffic. On this kind of street pedestrians should ALWAYS walk the OPPOSITE direction as traffic.
Why?
1. Drivers see you better; the human brain selectively picks out the human face on a complex background.
2. You can see drivers better, which allows you to evaluate their safety and avoid them if needed.
3. Some people are especially at risk for other reasons, especially women and children: if you’re walking with traffic, someone can pull over and offer you a ride since you’re going in the same direction. If you (appropriately) refuse, are you prepared to deal with possible harassment or even violence? Don’t make yourself or your children vulnerable.
4. With Cor19 it’s safer for everyone to be walking in the same direction to minimize contacts.
5. It’s WA STATE LAW, and for just these reasons. You can Look it up.
People walking on the wrong side of the road not only put themselves at risk, but also threaten people walking the right direction by forcing them to step into the center of the road or cross it to avoid them. Would you consider posting an item about this? It’s a safety issue. Perhaps You could get input from the Edmonds police department. Thanks.
Perfect and you are right on every point. How refreshing. Thank you Arthur
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I’ve been in my home here in Edmonds for 29 years, one issue I would love for the city to bring attention to is BURNING, I have talked with the Edmonds Fire Department , I don’t want to call 911 and have them waste time and resources racing to the scene with equipment and resources for these folks whom don’t care about the air we breath, I have read the city code many times, I have copied and printed it and have given it to the offenders in my neighborhood, It doesn’t matter and still has no effect on them, they still burn both indoors and out, their not heating their home, last week 68 and sunny, Beautiful Day in our State and I have to stay indoors with windows and doors closed because they decided to burn. We need PSA’s and tougher rules, We should be able to call the fire department and request they drive to the address in a FD vehicle, take a photo and send them a Ticket, big ticket. Many people have allergies or breathing issues, Edmonds is still a aging community. one whiff of smoke and they can’t breathe. I know we are all busy with many issues, I would appreciate any help that could be spent on this.
Respectfully
Sunday while driving around the city it was obvious that many have left their decoration for all of us to enjoy: Thank you
They’re at it again ! The Gang of Four, Inslee, Liias, Peterson and Ortiz-Self conspire to raise YOUR taxes, in the name of the environment ! Never mind that state voters have repeatedly voted down such fraud. Never mind that under their ” leadership ” the state employment security department has THROWN AWAY hundreds of millions of tax dollars ! They are willing to ignore the scientific facts with regard to transportation emissions. Evidently nature’s actions mean nothing to them. The wind will NOT blow CO2 into the state from elsewhere. Ignore the fact that supposed emissions are ESTIMATED by a California climate model, modified by Oregon, for Oregon’s use. Hide the review of this model showing it’s flaws. Do NOT discuss the lack of any measured data showing there is impact along WA roads, highways and freeways ! Ask them for DATA showing that such past action by Oregon or California legislation has made reductions ! Listen to their silence on this question ! Watch, once again as they try to ram through a TAX increase that will most likely be wasted ! Are you going to let them get away with this, this time ? !
Nelson (I can’t bring myself to call him Mayor) has become out of control, unhinged, and dangerous to this community. Keep up the pressure and continue to make your voice heard through city council meetings, Letters to the Editor, emails to council members and word of mouth in your neighborhoods. His comments at last night’s council meeting were a complete abuse of power, undemocratic and very partisan. He just threw fuel on the embers burning within so many residents of Edmonds who will not accept this poor leadership and unacceptable, possibly illegal behavior, that Nelson continues to exhibit.