Lynnwood Police Weekly Review: Promotions, hammers, and thefts
LYNNWOOD, Wash., November 17, 2023—Below is the Lynnwood Police Weekly Review Media Board Spreadsheet for November 5, 2023, to November 10, 2023. The video highlights notable LPD incidents by Public Affairs & Communications Manager Maren McKay the week ending November 17, 2023. Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon promoted several officers on November 16. Congratulations to newly promoted […]
Op-Ed: Students have gone numb to drugs and gun violence
The passing of students this year, through drugs and shootings, are met with anger and sorrow, but one thing is becoming evident, no one is shocked by the violence anymore. The thought of 12-year-olds getting addicted to nicotine and potentially damaging their lungs should be both foreign and repulsive; yet it’s happening to middle and […]
Youth Violence: Let’s Talk about Safety event on September 27
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 23, 2023—The community is invited to join local experts, youth, and family members in an open dialogue to discuss the recent acts of youth violence in the South County area. The event will take place on Wednesday, September 27, from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Sno-Isle Lynnwood Library located at 19200 44th Avenue […]
3-year-old injured after fall from a second-story open window
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 13, 2023—A 3-year-old boy was seriously injured after falling from an open window at a townhouse in unincorporated Lynnwood Tuesday night. South County Fire responded around 8:30 p.m. to the home in the 19200 block of Damson Road. It appeared the screen on the open window gave way and the boy fell […]
Let’s Talk about Safety event in Lynnwood on May 26
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 19, 2022 – The community is invited to join local leaders in an open dialogue about public safety on Thursday, May 26, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church located at 6215 196th St SW, Lynnwood. Community members are encouraged to share their concerns and ask questions during this town hall event. The […]
Park tour of Lynnwood: How safe is your park?
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 12, 2022 – After two recent incidences at Lynnwood Parks, including the murder of a 70-year-old man and a woman assaulted by a pellet gun, Lynnwood Times Reporter Kienan Briscoe and Publisher Mario Lotmore conducted a tour of eight of Lynnwood’s most popular parks to evaluate their cleanliness, upkeep, evidence of drug […]
Protect yourself from fake charities and fundraisers
OLYMPIA, Wash., December 11, 2021 – ’Tis the season — for happy holidays, charitable giving…and scammers. The Office of the Secretary of State is encouraging people to “give smart” this holiday season to help them ensure their charitable donations go to their intended causes. GIVESMART!, a collaboration between the Office of the Secretary of State’s […]
Parents urged to take precautions to prevent window falls
EVERETT, Wash., September 10, 2021 — South County Fire is urging parents and caregivers of young children to take precautions as injuries from child window falls are nearing record-setting levels in Snohomish County. “At least 10 window falls have occurred in Snohomish County since April – including three in the last week,” said Wendy Burchill, […]
Water safety tips
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 11, 2021 — We urge you to be safe and help keep others safe in or around water. Whether you are at a swimming pool or the beach, water safety is essential. A few key reminders: Keep a close eye on children and make sure they are wearing life jackets if […]
Free online safety classes in June
South County Fire offers free online safety classes and programs to help you stay safe and sound. All classes are offered using Zoom and require internet access via a smart phone, tablet or computer. Register in advance online at www.southsnofire.org/classes. Classes offered this month include: Child Car Seat Safety, June 2, 6 p.m., or June […]
