New K-9 joins Lynnwood Police Department
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff A 15-month-old German Shepard named Chase is now officially the newest member of the Lynnwood Police Department. Searching for a highly sociable dog with a strong sense of smell, the Lynnwood Police Department (LPD) was led to Rochester, Wash., discovering the to be K-9. “His ability to work […]
Recreation Center in Lynnwood is open for swimming
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The Recreation Center in Lynnwood welcomed people back to the pools with the implementation of a slew of new safety standards to enjoy swimming safely during the coronavirus pandemic. After being closed since the onset of the pandemic, lap swim at the recreation center is now open with […]
Law enforcement volunteers show support for Lynnwood Police Department
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Members of Lynnwood’s Citizens Patrol Program presented Lynnwood Police Department (LPD) officers with a sign displaying encouraging messages on Wednesday, August 5, to reinforce their support for local law enforcement. “We wanted to show our solidarity, love, and support for our Law Enforcement team in Lynnwood,” said Citizens […]
Two Mountlake Terrace men arrested in takedown of North Sound drug trafficking ring
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff A 31-year-old and a 32-year-old man from Mountlake Terrace are among a dozen people arrested Wednesday, August 5 for involvement in a North Sound drug trafficking organization. The Mountlake Terrace men are two of 12 members of a drug trafficking group indicted for distributing fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine and […]
Everett protest demands coronavirus protection for homeless
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff EVERETT, Wash. – A group of protesters gathered outside of the Wall Street Building on Wednesday, August 5 to stand in solidarity with the unsheltered community during the coronavirus pandemic. Protesting that people experiencing homelessness have access to a specific area to shelter in place during the coronavirus […]
Lynnwood’s nationally acclaimed competitive cheer team prepares for a Fall of unknowns
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Spirit on the Lynnwood High School Royals Cheer Team remains high despite looming uncertainty of the upcoming season. Before the pandemic hit, the Lynnwood Royals Cheer had just placed eighth in the country at the National High School Cheerleading Championships in February. Now, they sit with the uncertainty of […]
Lynnwood’s Aquatics Team recognized as region’s finest
Lynnwood’s Aquatics Team recognized as region’s finestBy Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The City of Lynnwood’s Aquatics Team has been recognized for its outstanding outreach in providing lifesaving skills education, named as the number one training provider in water safety and emergency preparedness by the American Red Cross (ARC) Northwest Region. “It’s nice to […]
Everett City Council tables amendment to streamline encampment process for homeless
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff EVERETT, Wash., JULY 29, 2020 – A proposed expedited permit process for homeless encampments has been tabled, pausing the possibility for the immediate establishment of transitional tent encampments during the coronavirus pandemic. On Wednesday, July 29, the Everett City Council deferred a proposed emergency amendment that would have […]
Inslee announces increased reopening restrictions: ‘we need fewer, shorter, safer interactions’
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff OLYMPIA, WA- Governor Jay Inslee has revised restrictions on businesses to mitigate an increased rate of coronavirus cases and extended the statewide eviction moratorium due to anticipated elongated economic impact, announced Thursday, July 23 during a press conference. “I care about businesses opening and people getting back to […]
Lynnwood’s summer camp for kids back in full swing with safety precautions
Editor’s note: Featured image courtesy of the City of Lynnwood’s Parks and Recreation Department at Kamp Kookamunga in years past. By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Lynnwood’s summer day camp for kids, Kamp Kookamunga, has made a return this summer, reopening following Snohomish County’s move into Phase 2 of the safe start plan. When the Lynnwood […]