A tree sporting autumn colors on Blue Ridge Drive. (Photo by Julia Wiese)

As Snohomish County general election ballots begin arriving in local mailboxes, here are some links to past stories that may help as you review the issues and candidates asking for […]

The Edmonds School District says it has saved local taxpayers more than $2 million by refinancing a portion of its outstanding bonds, according to a District newsletter to families. The […]

A local nonprofit organization that focuses on transforming lives one wardrobe at a time needs help stocking up on socks. Clothes For Kids recently launched its first community clothing drive. […]

A trash can isn’t always around when you need one. So this fall, the Washington Department of Ecology is helping drivers take one with them. Ecology’s “Simple As That” campaign […]

Falling behind in the first half has led to trouble for the Edmonds-Woodway Warriors this season. The Warriors trailed Stanwood 13-7 after one quarter on Sept. 4, were down 21-0 […]

In today’s headlines: A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Panama, why the minimum wage varies statewide and ICE offers its side of story in New York City shooting.

Girls Soccer Meadowdale defeated Lynnwood 8-0 No details reported Records (league and overall): Meadowdale 3-5, 4-7; Lynnwood 0-8, 0-11 Meadowdale next game: at Edmonds-Woodway; Tuesday, Oct. 13; 7:30 p.m. Lynnwood […]

Sound Transit is offering Sounder commuter train service to the Sunday, Oct. 11, Seattle Seahawks football game against the San Francisco 49ers. The service is in addition to Link light […]

About a dozen people took turns addressing U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen on Thursday, explaining the challenges their constituents face due to federal funding cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program […]

House of Wisdom will host its first Multicultural Celebration Night from 4-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the Edmonds Waterfront Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds.  The event will bring together […]

An enclave of Washington’s wealthy provided a backdrop Thursday for a saucy debate on the merits and dangers of a ballot measure to erase the state’s controversial new income tax […]

In today’s headlines: An immigration shooting in New York City, new charges against ex-Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, and Microsoft accused of abusing visa program.

Boys Tennis Mountlake Terrace defeated Archbishop Murphy 6-1 Singles: Tyson Castanada (MT) defeated Max Tsang (AM) 6-2, 6-0 Gabe Kurniawan (MT) defeated Nico Urbanials (AM) 6-0, 6-0 Praise Ngo (MT) […]

Northwest Neighbors Network will host “Coping with Hearing Loss: An Interactive Discussion,” a free community event featuring Edmonds speakers Dean Olson and Janet Smith, at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, […]

Spark! Creativity opened its doors to families in Edmonds Spark! Creativity welcomed more than 80 community members to its free Open Studio event at ArtWorks in Edmonds on Saturday, Oct. […]

People traveling to or through Seattle the weekend of Friday, Oct. 9, through Monday, Oct. 12, should plan for overnight closures of the Interstate 5 express lanes, the Washington State […]

Less than a month remains until an election that will transform Washington’s state Supreme Court. Two new justices will join the nine-member high court, and two new justices appointed by […]

Today’s headlines: U.S. Congress tries to regulate artificial intelligence; Central American migrant caravan crosses Mexico; changes to dual citizenship in Mexico.

Girls Soccer Shorewood defeated Lynnwood 8-0 No details reported Records (league and overall): Shorewood 5-2-0; 5-5-1; Lynnwood 0-7-0, 0-10-0 Lynnwood next game: vs Meadowdale; Thursday, Oct. 8; 7:30 p.m. Mountlake […]

Dear Editor: Five proposed amendments to Snohomish County’s Charter, which is our county constitution, are on the Nov. 3 ballot. The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County urges voters […]

As announced late Tuesday, the South County Fire Regional Fire Authority (RFA) Board of Commissioners have selected Darren Austin as interim District 4 commissioner. Austin was one of a slate […]

South County Fire Regional Fire Authority (RFA) is proposing a bond issue for $420 million over seven years to be repaid over 27 years. This represents an additional $0.194/$1,000 of […]

Key takeaways:  The Council’s priorities and requests for the 2027 state legislative session include state funding for City infrastructure projects, an extension of an annexation sales tax credit, tightened state […]

At The Phoenix Theatre, an invitation begins before the first murder in John Bishop’s The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, directed by Keith Dahlgren. Champagne, wine and chocolate chip cookies […]

Ballots for the Nov. 3 general election will be mailed on Friday, Oct. 9, to about 535,000 registered voters. Voters can expect to begin receiving their ballots starting this weekend, […]

The Foundation for Edmonds School District’s 18th annual Monster Mad Dash 5K roared to the finish line on Saturday, Oct. 3. Students, teachers, families, elected officials and community members came […]

Washington residents, students, families, businesses and organizations are invited to participate in the Great Washington ShakeOut at 10:15 a.m. Oct. 15 by practicing “Drop, Cover and Hold On” as part […]

Northbound Interstate 5 will reduce to one lane in the Revive I-5 Ship Canal Bridge work zone during the early morning hours Oct. 8 and 9. With I-5 already reduced […]

After going 10-43 in Wesco League play over the past four seasons, the Mountlake Terrace Hawks are turning things around and showing a competitive fight this year.  And despite a […]

More than 400 Washingtonians across 19 locations took to the streets Sunday to demand a statewide moratorium on data centers. In Walla Walla, where a $4.8 billion Amazon data center […]

Expect freshly sourced Pacific oysters prepared with care and respect at Scotty’s food truck this week. – Light, delicate breading that enhances rather than masks natural flavor. – Crispy French […]

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We are in squash season now. The markets are bursting with a wonderful variety of winter squashes: butternut, buttercup, acorn, kabocha, pumpkin, red kuri and my favorite, delicata. Winter squash […]

Project Girl Mentoring’s After School Immersion Lab is now open, providing local youth with free mentorship, homework help, and opportunities for activities and connection. The program runs Monday through Thursday […]

The South County Fire Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed Darren Austin as South County Fire’s District 4 commissioner at the Board’s regular Tuesday, Oct. 6 meeting.  The appointment followed his […]

James Scott Turney September 21, 2026 Scott, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 21st, 2026, at Ashley Gardens in Mount Vernon, WA. Born in […]

Boys Tennis Lynnwood defeated Archbishop Murphy 7-0 Singles: Aryan Jadal (L) defeated Charles Leichman (AM) 6-2, 6-1 Kevin Phan (L) defeated Max Tsang (AM) 6-1, 6-0 Jaren Sayavong (L) defeated Leo […]

A spider weaves its web at Scriber Lake Park on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. (Photo by Margaret Haines)

Lynnwood police are seeking multiple suspects in the attempted armed robbery of a jewelry store in the 6500 block of 196th Street Southwest around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. Police Cmdr. Joe […]

If you live in or manage an apartment building in Lynnwood that has launched a water-saving initiative, email Jamie Holter here. We may include those efforts in a future story. […]

The Lynnwood Recreation Center is inviting residents to sample a curated selection of the City’s popular group fitness class during a free mini workout party Saturday, Oct. 17 at the […]

I originally wrote this in 2023 and recently rediscovered it in my unpublished writings folder. As I lay on the ground with a broken wrist on June 10, 2022, I […]

The Lynnwood Lunchmasters Toastmasters club will host a Lunch and Learn presentation featuring oral communication educator Page Olson from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15 at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, […]

Earning extra income feels great until tax season arrives. A second job, freelance project, or growing side hustle can change how you’re taxed in ways many people don’t expect. Here […]

After a sickout by members brought much of the nation’s largest ferry system to a standstill Monday, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson told frustrated unionized ferry workers that he expected “every […]

The Cascade Symphony Orchestra, now in its 65th season, is encouraging talented young musicians to enter its “Rising Star” competition for the 2026-27 season. The winning musician, to be selected […]

In today’s headlines: Communities in state organizing against ICE and ferries disrupted as workers call in sick.

Sept. 20 6500 block 208th Street Southwest: Misdemeanor assault domestic violence. 5600 block 204th Street Southwest: Misdemeanor malicious mischief. 19000 block 44th Avenue West: Misdemeanor theft. 3700 block 196th Street […]

The Snohomish County Council is reviewing the County Executive’s recommended 2027-28 biennial budget and is seeking feedback from residents.   The Council said in a news release it has many […]