County application for Phase 2 officially submitted
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. — In a series of back-to-back special meetings on Friday, May 29, the Board of Health and Snohomish County Council, in a show of bi-partisan support, voted unanimously to approve resolutions in support move to Phase 2 of the state’s Safe Start plan. The plan was submitted today, June 1, by Snohomish […]
Lynnwood under curfew, 5 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Around 4:00 p.m. today, June 1, Lynnwood Mayor Nicola Smith, imposed a 5:00 p.m. June 1 to 5 a.m. June 2 curfew. No person shall enter or remain in the public right-of-way, or in the public parks, or at any other public place within Lynnwood City limits. The general Curfew shall continue until 5:00 am […]
Alderwood Mall closed – No access permitted
Lynnwood Police | Press Release LYNNWOOD, WA (June 1, 2020) – We have become aware of potential groups bent on causing property damage and theft at the Alderwood Mall, similar to what we have seen in other neighboring jurisdictions in the Puget Sound region. We are staging resources and are also denying access to the Alderwood […]
Stay Home, Stay Healthy has expired, many proclamations extended
by Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff Though Governor Jay Inslee’s Stay Home, Stay Healthy order has expired, the state Legislature has approved the extension of 23 proclamations. They were set to expire on May 31,2020, but they have now been extended to June 17, 2020. Among the proclamations that have been extended include 20-28.4 […]
Bellevue volunteer clean up at 10 a.m. June 1
By Joe Fain, President & CEO | Bellevue Chamber We were all shocked and outraged by the violence that ended the life of an unarmed black man last Monday. While we work to rebuild our community, we cannot ignore the pain that so many feel – not merely as a result of history – but […]
2020 Election: Candidates explain why they are running
The 2020 primary election will be held on August 4, meaning that ballots will be mailed to voters starting July 17. At this point, the candidate filing deadline has passed, and the candidate withdrawal deadline has passed as well. All candidates currently running will be on the ballot in August. In preparation for the 2020 […]
Seattle burning, National Guard activated- George Floyd Riots
Seattle burning, National Guard activated- George Floyd RiotsBy Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Update: At 8:09 a.m. May 31, Snohomish County Council President Nate Nehring released the following statement: “The killing of George Floyd was an unacceptable tragedy and we must all demand justice. It is shameful that those gathered to peacefully protest this […]
The show must go on: Lynnwood City councilmember and musician Jim Smith hosts mini concerts throughout the city
The show must go on: Lynnwood City councilmember and musician Jim Smith hosts mini concerts throughout the cityBy: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Outside of his role working through COVID-19 induced impacts on the city of Lynnwood, councilmember Jim Smith is using his talent as a musician to bring the power of music to […]
Councilmember George Hurst makes a difference during pandemic by staying home to stay healthy
Councilmember George Hurst makes a difference during pandemic by staying home to stay healthyBy: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff While some Lynnwood City councilmembers are taking active roles in the community during the coronavirus pandemic, councilmember George Hurst is doing his best to stay home, as avoiding the illness is especially critical for people […]
Mayor Smith to veto 6% utility tax cut by city council
Mayor Smith to veto 6% utility tax cut by city councilby Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff May 30, 2:50 p.m.: Added links to Open Public Meetings Act, COVID-19 Proclamations related to the Open Public Meetings Act, and timeline of ordinance. May 30, 1:10 p.m.: Updated to reflect that no response to questions to the […]
