Lynnwood Times wins seven new awards at WNPA annual Journalism Conference bringing its total to 32

WENATCHEE—The Lynnwood Times added seven more awards to its repertoire in the prestigious Tier 4 category at the Washington Newspaper Publisher Association’s (WNPA) 138th annual Journalism Convention, Saturday, October 4, as part of its 2025 Better Newspaper Contest. The competition pitted newspapers from all over the state, divided into groups by circulation, and spanned a […]
Housing Hope Nightmare: Move-in process, crime, and alleged misappropriation of funds

EDMONDS — A tenant at Housing Hope’s Madrona Highlands property has filed formal complaints with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Human Rights Commission, citing unsafe citing unsafe living conditions, misuse of federal grants, and disability discrimination. The tenant – who we’ll refer to as “AB” to grant her request to […]
Councilwoman’s Dog Sparks Outrage: Deadly Dog Attack, Alleged Cover-Up, and a City’s Failure to Act

LYNNWOOD—Multiple Lynnwood residents shared their concerns with the Lynnwood Times of a dog in their neighborhood that, after multiple attacks, has yet to be classified as a Dangerous Animal. The dog has bitten two people, leaving one unable to work, and has bitten at least three dogs, contributing to the death of one—all in less […]
Washington residential construction permits down to 2013 levels

[The Center Square] – The number of residential construction permits issued in Washington state has fallen to 2013 levels, according to a new revenue forecast put out by the state Economic and Revenue Forecast Council. Builder industry advocates argue that the downward trend is due to a combination of state and local policies around housing, along with long-term […]
Trump says US in ‘armed conflict’ with drug cartels in Caribbean

[The Center Square] – President Donald Trump told Congress that the U.S. is engaged in “armed conflict” with drug cartels in the Caribbean shortly after ordering four military strikes on suspected drug boats in the region. “The President determined that the United States is in a non-international armed conflict with these designated terrorist organizations,” according […]
Lawmakers weigh in on federal government cuts to PNW Hydrogen Hub

Local lawmakers weighed in on the Trump Administration’s cuts to approximately $1 billion worth of federal funding for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association (PNWH2), which supports clean energy efforts in Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Oregon. The H2Hubs program was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). It designates up to $7 billion in competitive grants […]
Edmonds introduces Natasha Ryan as Public Information Officer

EDMONDS – The City of Edmonds is pleased to announce the appointment of Natasha Ryan as its Public Information Officer (PIO). A seasoned communications professional and award-winning journalist, Ryan brings decades of experience in media, crisis communication, and public engagement to the role. The PIO position continues to play a vital role in supporting the […]
Haunted Harbor returns Oct 24 at the Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place

EVERETT – The Port of Everett is excited to announce the return of popular fall activations at the waterfront: Haunted Harbor on Oct. 24, and Yachtober Fest Drink Bingo taking place now through Oct. 31 at participating Waterfront Place restaurants, and more. Haunted Harbor – October 24, 2025 Community members and visitors are invited to join an […]
Edmonds Planning Board seeks new Alternate Member

EDMONDS- The City of Edmonds is seeking a resident interested in participating as a member of the Edmonds Planning Board. The Planning Board serves as an advisory board to the City Council on rezones, comprehensive planning, Community Development Code amendments, and other land use issues. The Planning Board meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays […]
Larsen meets with Verdant Health Commission to discuss federal cuts to affordable healthcare

LYNNWOOD—Representative Rick Larsen (D-WA) met with the Verdant Health Commission, and Lahai Health Executive Director David Eller, to discuss the potential impacts of the federal government’s new spending bill on the region’s access to affordable healthcare. In President Donald Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ (or what Larsen calls the ‘Big Ugly Bill’) – the […]