Verizon workers in Everett form union after landslide vote
EVERETT, Wash, April 16, 2022 – Verizon employees in Everett, WA, officially unionized in a landslide vote on Friday. The employees who work between two locations in Lynnwood and Everett will be joining 30,000 other Verizon workers who have voted to unionize in recent years and are part of the larger wave of union victories […]
Neo-Nazi militias and the Russia-Ukraine conflict
As the Russo-Ukrainian conflict enters its eighth week, it is prudent to consider the complexities at play, especially given that neo-Nazi militias have recently become active participants—not to mention the billions of dollars in security aid and stockpiles of weapons the US and NATO countries have sent to Ukraine. Azov Battalion claims Russia used chemical […]
Lynnwood woman shot by estranged husband in stable condition
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 15, 2022 – A 48-year-old Lynnwood woman was shot by her estranged husband, Friday, April 15, right before he turned the gun to his head – killing himself at the scene. Snohomish County Sherriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of a shooting at Vantage Apartments, a 200-unit complex located in the 12900 […]
Lynnwood plants 18 native trees in honor of Arbor Day
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 14, 2022 – Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell, joined by Councilwoman Shirley Sutton, Director Lynn Sordel of Parks and Recreation, Edmonds Community College students, and Village Community Service volunteers planted 18 native trees at Scriber Lake Park, Wednesday, April 13, in honor of Washington State Arbor Day. Just a day before, on Monday, […]
RNC announces it is withdrawing from the Commission on Presidential Debates
WASHINGTON D.C., April 14, 2022 – The Republican National Committee under chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, announced today that it will be withdrawing from the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD). The year-long decision comes after the RNC voted unanimously to withdraw from what it called the “biased CPD.” “Debates are an important part of the democratic process, […]
Sen. Lovick and Rep. Berg discuss new law enforcement bills with Mill Creek City Council
MILL CREEK, Wash., April 14, 2022 ̶ Mill Creek City Council discussed new law enforcement bills signed by Gov. Inslee this 2022 legislative session, and the status of city’s Complete Streets Pedestrian Improvement Project at their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 12, . City recognizes Planning Manager Tom Roger’s 30 years with Mill Creek The […]
Elon Musk in a $43 Billion hostile takeover of Twitter
Today, Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, in a tweet disclosed a Securities and Exchange Commission filing to amend the original purchase of 9.1% (or 73,115,038 shares) of Twitter stock to now include 100% of stock (over 800 million shares) in the company. This is nothing less than a classic hostile takeover of Twitter by […]
Delta Dental expands dental health ASL program
The Tooth Fairy Experience is expanding its American Sign Language (ASL) program in which the program’s first male Tooth Fairy – who is a certified American Sign Language interpreter and licensed occupational therapist – presents to students. Launching this April, ASL presentations will be available across the state. April 15th marks National American Sign Language Day […]
Op-Ed: Our government officials too often lack sincerity
Many of our elected officials pay lip service decrying “gun violence” and either pledge to do something about it or blame another branch of government. Every session in Olympia the legislature trots out another round of gun control measures aimed at reducing “gun violence.” Have you noticed a marked reduction in violent crime, including crimes […]
County passes resolution honoring the legacy of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 13, 2022 – During its Administrative Session on Monday, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed (5-0) Resolution 22-015 honoring the life and service of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha. The resolution, introduced by Councilman Sam Low (District 5) and seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright (District 3) reads: WHEREAS, Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha, Badge #1470, faithfully […]
