Three hikers rescued from Three Fingers Mountain by Search and Rescue
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 22, 2023—After a 32-hour multi-agency operation led by the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office’s Search and Rescue (SAR) team, three distressed hikers were rescued from Three Fingers Mountain in the Mountain Loop Area of the Cascade Range. The nearest town to the rescue is Granite Falls, Washington. On June 17 around 9:30 […]
Executive Somers announces $6.5 million investment in youth mental health and wellness
Snohomish County, Wash., June 22, 2023 – Executive Dave Somers on Wednesday announced a $6.5 million investment to expand mental health services for young people. This includes increasing the number of qualified mental health professionals, developing community-driven programs, and addressing challenges faced by disproportionately impacted populations. This funding comes from the County’s federal American Rescue Plan […]
Each week Annie’s Community Kitchen serves over 200 free meals to people in need
EDMONDS, Wash., June 21, 2023—Every Wednesday morning, around 8:30 a.m., a group of volunteers and special needs students from schools throughout the Edmonds School District, arrive at Edmonds Lutheran Church to begin prepping for Annie’s Community Kitchen’s weekly free dinner. The Kitchen is a service of Edmonds Lutheran Church that provides a delicious, hot and […]
250 Asian American books donated to libraries at 16 schools
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 21, 2023—On June 9th, the Very Asian Foundation organized a mixer event at Fire & the Feast, a local Edmonds restaurant. The gathering brought together esteemed guests including local elected officials, principals, librarians, Foundation for Edmonds School District staff, and members of the Very Asian Foundation to commemorate a significant donation of […]
Former Intel Committee Chair censured by House of Representatives
Washington, D.C., June 21, 2023—With a vote of 213 to 209, along party lines, the Republican-led House today formally censured Representative Adam Schiff (CA-30) for allegedly misleading the American people that former President Donald J Trump and his campaign colluded with Russia, abusing his privileged access to classified information, and publicly misrepresenting a false retelling […]
Mattie Jones winner of Second District 2023 Congressional Art Competition
OAK HARBOR, Wash., June 21, 2023—Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced Mattie Jones, a rising junior at Oak Harbor High School, as the Second District winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition with her piece, “Lost in Creativity.” “The Congressional Art Competition continues to be an opportunity to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the Second […]
Boeing announces $55 billion in new airplane orders at Paris Air Show
LE BOURGET, France, June 21, 2023—Within the first three days of the Paris Air Show, Boeing has finalized its largest order in South Asia with Air India for $45.9 billion and announced additional orders with Air China, Avolon Air, Akasa Air, Air Algérie, Air Lease Corporation, and Luxair. First held in 1909, the Paris Air […]
Bainbridge Island Senator resigns to serve as Kitsap Commissioner
OLYMPIA, Wash., June 21, 2023 — After 16 years of service in the Washington State Legislature, Senator Christine Rolfes (D-Bainbridge Island) officially announced yesterday she is stepping down from the Washington State Senate after submitting a resignation letter to Governor Jay Inslee. Her resignation from the Senate is effective Tuesday, Aug. 15. Rolfes’ announcement comes […]
Sound and Community Transit buses on Sunday schedule for Independence Day
Snohomish County, Wash., June 21, 2023 – All Community Transit service and Sound Transit buses to/from Snohomish County will operate a Sunday schedule on Independence Day, Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Route schedules are available at communitytransit.org/Schedules. For help planning a trip, visit communitytransit.org/PlanMyTrip or contact Customer Care at (425) 353-RIDE (7433) prior to the holiday. […]
Music at the Beach this Saturday at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park
The 2023 Music at the Beach concert series kicks off June 24, at beautiful Lighthouse Park in Mukilteo. The concert series is a great way to enjoy live music in one of the most beautiful parks in the Pacific Northwest. Please note, this is a 21+ event. This year we’ve added a Cornhole Tournament prior […]
