Afghanistan: An end to the United States’ longest war

KABUL, Afghanistan – The last U.S. military plane departed Afghanistan on Monday night, officially ending the longest war in U.S. history while Taliban fighters celebrated driving out the world’s most powerful military from one of the world’s poorest countries. The Taliban, who governed the country under a radical interpretation of Islamic law from 1996 to […]

Pedestrian safety campaign begins in Edmonds and Lynnwood

The Edmonds Police Department, Lynnwood Police Department, South County Fire and Snohomish County Target Zero are teaming up to focus on safety in busy corridors where car-pedestrian collisions are on the rise. This special emphasis will take place in five zones where police and fire have seen an increase in pedestrian crashes and near misses: […]

Annual Harvest of Hope Silent Auction & Fundraiser

EVERETT, Wash., September 2, 2021 — Hand in Hand hosts our Annual Harvest of Hope Silent Auction & Fundraiser at Boxcar Park in Everett on Friday, September 10th. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the program begins at 7:30 p.m. We will share inspiring stories of hope, faithfulness, and compassion. Guests will be treated to […]

Youth Suicide Prevention Task Force formed in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., September 2, 2021 – The Snohomish County Children’s Wellness Coalition yesterday announced the creation of the Snohomish County Youth Suicide Prevention Task Force (YSPTF). The YSPTF will work to reduce incidence of suicide and increase the mental health and resiliency of youth. Suicide is preventable, and yet it is the 10th leading […]