Community Transit seeks public feedback on free youth fare proposal
Snohomish County, Wash. – Community Transit is inviting people to give feedback on a proposed policy change that would allow youth 18 years and younger to ride public transit free of charge. If adopted by the Community Transit board, all youth will be eligible for free rides on all Community Transit services including buses and […]
Tigran Arakelyan appointed Executive Director of Music Works Northwest
Lynnwood resident Tigran Arakelyan appointed Executive Director of Music Works Northwest, one of the largest non-profit music education organizations in the Pacific Northwest. Music Works Northwest is a nonprofit community music school, dedicated to changing lives through accessible music education and experiences. Founded in 1966 in Seattle’s Central District, Music Works relocated to Bellevue in […]
Archbishop Murphy High School film picked up by national distributor
EVERETT – During the pandemic many high school drama departments were forced to put their productions on hold, but Archbishop Murphy High School turned to feature films as a way to reach audiences remotely. One of those films, Bridgehurst Asylum for the Sane, was picked up by New Jersey-based BayView Entertainment. Typically, the Everett-based private […]
Manhunt underway for Lynnwood shooting suspect Lane Scott Phipps
LYNNWOOD — Lynnwood Police Department has probable cause for the arrest of Lane Scott Phipps DOB/02-22-1996. He is described as 5’11”, 185lbs, with blue eyes. He is wanted for Assault 1st Degree, Felony Harassment, and additional crimes committed on July 5, 2022, at the Lynnwood Pick-N-Pull. He also has active warrants for his arrest including […]
Heather Hirotaka named Washington State Archivist
OLYMPIA — Secretary of State Steve Hobbs has appointed Heather Hirotaka, a longtime public servant, as the next Washington State Archivist, effective July 5, 2022. Hirotaka will oversee Washington State Archives, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State (OSOS) that collects and preserves the state’s historical records and makes them available to […]
Marysville accepting applications for neighborhood and business improvement grants
MARYSVILLE — Well-kept neighborhoods and business areas provide benefits to both residents and visitors. That’s why the City of Marysville offers Community Beautification Grants. This program invites homeowners, residents and local business owners in the downtown area to apply for city funding to help beautify outdoor and exterior spaces. This is a competitive grant process. […]
Fugitive on the run after gunfire exchange with Lynnwood Police
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 6, 2022 — Authorities are searching for a white man, around 5’11” with a medium build wanted for attempted murder and escaping a Department of Corrections facility. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Yesterday in front of Pick n Pull on Highway 99, at approximately 12 p.m., the suspect allegedly opened fire […]
Exclusive interview with Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman
EVERETT — In continuing our podcast series on public safety, Lynnwood Times journalist Bo Brusco deep dives with Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman to discuss staffing shortages, how resignations and retirements lead to losing years of valuable experience, and the importance of mental health in the law enforcement profession. Dwindling applicant pools, early retirement and […]
Letter-to-the-Editor: Independence Day 2022
The constant drum beat from those who create division and strive to “burn this country down” were interrupted yesterday by wonderful patriotic celebrations of our country’s founding. Not only did we enjoy the Edmonds Independence Day festivities (also known as Edmonds Kind of 4th) but the Seafair, Macy’s and Capitol fireworks displays. All provided us […]
Mukilteo citywide Curbside Cleanup scheduled for September 17
MUKILTEO — The City of Mukilteo and Waste Management postponed the annual Spring Curbside Cleanup for residential customers, originally scheduled for May 21st, due to capacity issues at all Snohomish County transfer stations. The Curbside Cleanup is now confirmed for Saturday, September 17th. This is the Saturday after the Lighthouse Festival. “We appreciate your patience […]
