South County Fire Chief Bob Eastman to retire
South County Fire Chief Bob Eastman has announced his retirement after leading Snohomish County’s largest fire agency since 2024. “It has been nothing short of a privilege to watch this agency grow into a regional and national leader in emergency services,” Eastman said. “We strive to deliver exceptional care to our community while remaining accountable […]
Port of Everett welcomes S3 Maritime to Waterfront Place
EVERETT – Last week, the Port of Everett Commission authorized a new three-year lease with S3 Maritime, a Seattle-based marine services company, to open a new facility at the largest public marina on the West Coast. S3 Maritime offers boaters a full-service marine installation, maintenance, and repair shop. The team has a robust slate of […]
Major narcotics seizure in Lynnwood following Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force investigation
LYNNWOOD — A recent investigation by the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF), in collaboration with regional law enforcement partners, led to a significant seizure of illegal narcotics and assets connected to a major drug trafficking operation. In December 2025, a Lynnwood Police Detective assigned to the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF) made a substantial […]
Seattle City Light leadership shakeup: Dennis McLerran named new CEO amid clean energy push
SEATTLE—Mayor Katie Wilson announced January 16 the appointment of Dennis McLerran as the new general manager and chief executive officer of Seattle City Light, replacing Dawn Lindell, who has led the utility since 2024. McLerran, a seasoned environmental attorney, will assume the role on March 4, pending potential City Council confirmation for a permanent position. […]
