Lynnwood’s Hygiene Center struggles to keep up with staggering numbers

LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 10, 2023—Every Monday through Saturday morning, Amberlee Bell exits her on-site trailer to prepare the Lynnwood Hygiene Center for operation. The site provides access to private showers, restroom facilities, clothes, and food to people who are homeless and living in extreme poverty. Like many of the six volunteers that work at the […]
Julieta Altamirano-Crosby announces reelection campaign for Lynnwood City Council

LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 5, 2023—Lynnwood Council Vice President Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby in her continued commitment to building a strong and vibrant welcoming Lynnwood community, is announcing her re-election campaign for Lynnwood City Council Position 5. “Lynnwood deserves a council, representative of its diverse make-up,” says Dr. Altamirano-Crosby. “Together we can build a strong Lynnwood community, […]
WinCo fatal stabbing was a targeted attack, Edmonds police say

EDMONDS, Wash., April 30, 2023—Through further investigation and interviews, Edmonds Police Department Detectives have learned that the fatal stabbing of 37-year-old Bret D Northcut of Portland, Oregon, at the WinCo Foods parking lot on the evening of April 19 was not initially an attempted car-jacking or robbery; but instead, a targeted attack by the arrested […]
Lt. Mike Martin selected to serve as Snohomish Police Chief

SNOHOMISH, Wash., April 22, 2023—The City of Snohomish is pleased to announce that Lt. Mike Martin has been selected as the new Snohomish Chief of Police. Pending City Council approval, Lt. Martin would replace Chief Rob Palmer who will be retiring in June after almost 35 years of service. The City of Snohomish contracts with […]
Lynnwood PD holds Memorial Run in honor of Officer Mark Brinkman

LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 19, 2023—The Lynnwood Police Department held a Memorial Run on April 15 in honor of Officer Mark Brinkman. The run was organized by friend and fellow officer, Sergeant Donald Blakely. “Mark was a close friend, a dedicated servant to this community, a strong man of faith, and a loving husband and father,” Blakely […]
Lynnwood Judge Valerie Bouffiou announces candidacy to retain seat

LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 7, 2023—Lynnwood Municipal Court Presiding Judge, Valerie Bouffiou, has announced her bid for full-time Judge position for the City of Lynnwood. Judge Bouffiou has been the City’s Presiding Judge since 2021, at that time bringing her 18 years of judicial and litigation experience serving as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and Administrative Law […]
Guilty verdict in the murder Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha

EVERETT, Wash., April 3, 2023—A jury found Richard Rotter, the prime suspect behind the on-duty murder of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha, to be guilty of aggregated first degree murder on Monday, April 3. “Today’s verdict comes with mixed feelings,” Everett Police Chief Dan Templman released in a statement. “While on one hand, I am […]
Let’s Talk About Safety: What are you doing for a safer Lynnwood?

LYNNWOOD, Wash., March 31, 2023—Local leaders and community members gathered at Meadowdale Community Church in Lynnwood on Thursday, March 30, to discuss public safety in an open forum setting for its third Let’s Talk About Safety event. “I feel very pleased to see the presence of the community there in the sense that they had […]
Hazelwood Elementary students visit Lynnwood City Hall

LYNNWOOD, Wash., March 31, 2023—The Lynnwood City Council Chambers had a blast hosting Barbara Bromley’s fifth-grade class from Hazelwood Elementary on Friday, March 24, presenting a “show and tell” about the work of several City departments including the Municipal Court, City Council, Development Business Services, Public Works, and the Lynnwood Police Department. The class also […]
Restore the police pursuit law so no family has to go through what mine did

Amber Goldade lives in Pierce County with her husband and seven children and has never been involved in legislative affairs before the death of her child. Senate Bill 5352 concerning police pursuits narrowly passed the Senate with a vote of 26-23 on March 8. The bill now heads to the House’s Community Safety, Justice and […]