Boeing delivers 200th 777 Freighter
By The Boeing Company | Press Release Triple delivery of world’s largest, most capable twin-engine freighter to power airline’s air cargo business Delivery marks Boeing’s 200th delivery of the 777 Freighter Additional capacity will support distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and meet global trade demand EVERETT, Wash., Jan. 1, 2021 — Qatar Airways Cargo took delivery of […]
Best recipient of FBI NEIA’s 2020 Law Enforcement Ethics Award
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff December 31, 2020 – The recipients of the 2020 FBI National Executive Institute Associates’ Law Enforcement Ethics Awards are retired Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best, and Officer David W. Griffin, DeKalb County Police Department in Georgia. According to the announcement, “It is noted that the NEIA has in […]
Washington state builds its first ferry terminal in 40 years
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Update 9:39 p.m. December 31, 2020: Added statements from Governor Jay Inslee and Congressman Rick Larsen. Update 6:39 p.m. December 30, 2020: Added additional photos of the event. Mukilteo, Wash., December 30, 2020 – Last night hundreds of commuters lined up to be the first passengers to use […]
ALL CLEAR in bomb threat in downtown Leavenworth
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Update 4:48 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020: Washington State Patrol Bomb Team gave the ALL CLEAR in bomb threat in downtown Leavenworth. Highway 2 and downtown corridor are reopen to commuters. Chelan County Sheriff’s Office conducting an investigation. See press release below. Update 3:45 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, […]
PAWS for the holidays: the do’s and don’ts
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Amidst the holiday season, people are searching for the perfect gifts for their loved ones. The comfort and happiness a pet provides may seem like an excellent choice, especially in a pandemic inducing isolation for many, yet animal shelters are discouraging people from surprising others with pets. While […]
Inslee announces authorization of Moderna vaccine
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Olympia, Wash., December 20, 2020 – Gov. Jay Inslee today announced the authorization of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine by the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup. Last night, the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup completed its review of the federal process and has concluded the Moderna COVID-19 […]
Comcast extending COVID Support and Internet Connectivity commitments through June 30, 2021
Comcast extends COVID program with 60 days of free internet for low-income families and access to state’s largest public WiFi network December 7, 2020 – Comcast announced today that it will extend its commitments to help people connect to the Internet during the COVID-19 pandemic as millions continue to stay home while many workplaces and […]
2020 Chanukah celebration gave light to Lynnwood
By Noel Pai-Young | Lynnwood Times Staff On Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, Chabad of Snohomish County hosted their ninth annual Chanukah Drive Through celebration at Lynnwood City Hall. The event featured live music, an LED performer, a five-foot ice Menorah by Cascade Crystal Ice Sculptures, Chanukah doughnuts and treats, and professional photo opportunities. From their […]
Inslee proposes equity-based budget for Washington state
For the first time, the governor directed state agencies to center budgetary decision packages and legislation around equity. By Office of the Governor Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a historic equity policy package for the upcoming 2021 legislative session, including $365M for equity-related decision packages and budget items. For the first time, the governor directed state agencies […]
Sound Transit CEO on navigating light rail expansion during COVID-19
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff CEO of regional transit provider Sound Transit Peter Rogoff held a virtual coffee chat with the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County on the morning of December 8, conversing with community members about the latest light rail project updates and COVID-19 impacts. The Link light rail, a transit system […]
