Supreme Court hands victory for religious freedom in 9-0 decision
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 4, 2023—In a rare unanimous decision, the United State Supreme Court ruled 9-0 on June 30, clarifying the extent employers must accommodate the religious views of their employees after abuse and misuse by a previous 1977 ruling; a victory for religious freedom. In the case of Groff v Dejoy, the Justices ruled […]
Letter-to-Editor: I highly recommend Judge Moriarty
I am writing to endorse Patrick Moriarty for Judge. Judge Pat Moriarty has all the qualities one wants in a judge – compassion, intellect, integrity, patience, and good humor. In my experience, the latter is especially important. Judges must preside over hearings where the stakes can be very high, and the emotions rise in direct […]
$92,000 raised for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Snohomish County
EVERETT, Wash., July 3, 2023—Despite a cold and rainy Father’s Day Sunday, the 9th Annual Dream Builders Car Show brought in $92,000 to support Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Snohomish County’s youth mentorship programs. The terrible weather reduced show participation by nearly 50 percent, but it was still the second-highest grossing event in the […]
Thousands of fentanyl pills, meth, and weapons seized in Lynnwood arrest
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 3, 2023—Deon Dwayne Coates, 46, was arrested in Lynnwood on multiple counts of manufacturing and delivery with intent to sell illegal drugs and the unlawful possession of a firearm at approximately 4:30 a.m., Thursday, June 29, Seattle Police Narcotics detectives, in partnership with Homeland Security Investigations, on June 29, arrived in Lynnwood […]
World Refugee Day celebrated thanks to RISNW and EvCC
EVERETT, Wash., July 3, 2023—On Tuesday, June 20, Everett Community College (EvCC) in partnership with Refugee and Immigrant Services NW hosted a World Refugee Day celebration. The event featured speakers including Snohomish County Councilwoman Megan Dunn, Lynnwood City Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby and keynote speaker Phuong Vu. Performances were by Destinee Fijian Dance Troupe, Yolihuani Aztec […]
Lynnwood Mayor awards Finance Director for exceptional performance
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 3, 2023—Lynnwood Finance Director Michelle Meyer was awarded ten Administrative Leave days on April 7, 2023, by Mayor Christine Frizzell for “exceptional work efforts over the past year.” “You have spent endless hours and weekends restructuring the Finance Department, dealt with multiple staffing challenges, worked through the 2023-2024 budget process and brought […]
Open Society Foundations announces the layoff of at least 40% of staff
NEW YORK, NY, July 3, 2023—The Board of Directors of the Open Society Foundations on June 30 announced “significant changes” and has instructed management to begin implementing a new “operating model” it over the coming months. A spokesperson for the foundation told CNN that it planned to reduce its headcount by no less than 40% […]
Stingrays Swim Team wrapped up its season at the State Special Olympics Meet
EVERETT, Wash., July 3, 2023—The Mukilteo Family YMCA is home to the Stingrays Swim Team, an adaptive swim program that offers athletes with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities the opportunity to learn about swimming as a sport while having fun and making friends. The Stingrays just wrapped up their 2023 season by competing at the Washington […]
New taco truck at Lynnwood’s biggest brewery
Lynnwood, Wash., July 3, 2023—The vibrant craft beer scene in Lynnwood is about to get even better with the enticing collaboration between Peace of Mind Brewing and AzteCalli. Visitors to Peace of Mind Brewing can now indulge in delicious tacos and craft beer all in one location. Peace of Mind Brewing, renowned for its exceptional […]
Letter-to-Editor: Judge Moriarty is par excellence
We are seasoned lawyers in practice in Snohomish County. We write to endorse the retention of Judge Patrick Moriarty for position #17 of the Snohomish County Superior Court in this upcoming election. Recently we found ourselves in an extended trial before Judge Moriarty. The matter was complex factually as well as legally. While competent counsel […]
