Bothell police officer killed by friendly fire
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff BOTHELL, WA- Bothell Police Officer Jonathan Shoop died by gunshot in the crossfire of his partner after a man opened fire on their patrol vehicle after fleeing from a traffic stop. Bothell Officer Jonathan Shoop, 32, and partner Mustafa Kumcur were on patrol the night of July 13, […]
Countywide outdoor burning ban effective July 22
By Snohomish County Government | Press Release Everett, Snohomish County—Due to high fire danger and expected hot and dry weather conditions, the Snohomish County Fire Marshal has announced an outdoor burning ban for the unincorporated areas of Snohomish County that will go into effect Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. This restriction bans outdoor […]
Massive fire ignites at Everett’s Waterfront Place
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Updated at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21. EVERETT, WA, July 17- A large fire sparked at Fisherman Harbor Thursday evening, engulfing the Waterfront Place Apartments under construction into flames. At 5:43 p.m., the Everett Fire Department received notice of a fire at 1300 West Marine View Drive […]
South County Fire offers free online Kids Fire Camp
South County Fire is offering a free online Kids Fire Camp next week. Families can register online at www.southsnofire.org/firecamp and subscribe to receive daily emails during Fire Camp Week — July 13-17. Materials will also be posted online so families can participate at their own pace throughout the summer. Camp includes fun hands-on activities to […]
Nonprofit sets up new homeless encampment following Snohomish County sweep
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff EVERETT – Snohomish County homeless advocates and nonprofits have set up a tent encampment in response to a county eviction of unhoused residents from public grounds during the COVID-19 pandemic. On a privately-owned abandoned lot owned by Rucker Investments on Rucker Avenue, 83 people experiencing homelessness have assembled […]
July 4th Fireworks
By South County Fire and Snohomish County Government Fireworks will be banned in the unincorporated areas served by South County Fire beginning in 2021. Fireworks complaints, concerns Our 911 call centers normally see an increase in firework-related complaints in the dates surrounding the Fourth of July. Leave 911 open for emergencies. For complaints related to […]
South County Fire Captain retires after 36 years of service
by Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff South County Fire Captain Tom Campbell wrapped up a 36-year career as a firefighter in Snohomish County on April 20. “I didn’t really see myself becoming a fulltime fireman, but I’m blessed to have been able to accomplish that and have it as my career,” said Campbell. “It provided […]
South County Fire community classes now available online
By Leslie Hynes | South County Public Information Officer South County Fire community outreach programs are going online during the COVID-19 outbreak. Virtual programs are free and require internet access via a smart phone, tablet or computer. Offerings include: ACT First Aid: Learn three skills you can use to save a life in the first […]
LPD works with county SAFE team to help vulnerable populations
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Snohomish County is expanding outreach efforts to flatten the curve of COVID-19, by providing access to testing and additional resources to people experiencing homelessness throughout the county. Homeless populations face a unique risk in contracting COVID-19 with a limited ability to shelter in place, leaving them vulnerable as […]
Local officials weigh in on county sheriff’s COVID-19 remarks
by Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Staff Statements provided by Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney; Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers; Snohomish County Councilmembers Megan Dunn, Sam Low and Jared Mead; City of Mukilteo Mayor Jennifer Gregerson; City of Lynnwood spokesperson Julie Moore; State Representative Strom Peterson; State Senator Marko Liias; and Mike Faulk, Deputy Communications […]
