County portal allows employers to connect local applicants
By Snohomish County Government | Press Release SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash, December 16, 2020 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced a countywide effort to assist job seekers and companies to keep talent local and preserve, build, and attract long-term partnerships with companies. Unlike other online employment portals, this is a unique connector given its special […]
Local Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self on her political rise that she never saw coming
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The Washington State House Democrats have recognized southwest Snohomish County Representative Lillian Ortiz-Self as the new House Democratic Caucus Chair. The position was vacated by former Representative Eric Pettigrew, who did not seek reelection. It is the number three leadership position after the speaker and majority leader. She […]
Snohomish County accepting applications for the North Central (Mukilteo) Ferry Advisory Committee
The Committee offers a chance to be actively engaged with the new multi-modal ferry terminal Mukilteo, Wash., November 30, 2020 – Snohomish County is now accepting applications to serve on the North Central (Mukilteo) Ferry Advisory Committee. Members are appointed to a four-year term and will provide local perspectives and recommendations to the Washington State […]
Suspect arrested Saturday after shooting at deputies during a pursuit in South County
MILL CREEK, Wash. – A 37-year-old Lake Stevens man was taken into custody around 9:30 p.m. Saturday night after shooting at deputies during a pursuit and burglarizing a residence. At approximately 8:30 p.m. Saturday, a deputy attempted to stop a passenger vehicle for suspicion of DUI near the 300 block of 128th Street SW. The […]
Lynnwood Senior Center stands tall amidst pandemic
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff When the coronavirus pandemic began almost eight months ago, the Lynnwood Senior Center strove to ensure that they could continue to serve their community, transforming their service model to adhere to social distancing and safety precautions. As the final standing senior center in Snohomish County, it serves older […]
Snohomish County allocates $1 million towards social justice
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff On Tuesday, November 10, the Snohomish County Council adopted a $1.045 billion 2021 budget, with over $1 million set aside to cultivate countywide social justice. The five councilmembers voted 4-1 approving the budget allocations, with Councilwoman Megan Dunn dissenting, wanting funding to further support initiatives driven by the […]
Snohomish County Superior Court suspends jury trials
Due to COVID-19, Judges want to ensure safety of public and staff By Superior Court of the State of Washington for Snohomish County EVERETT, Snohomish County, November 18, 2020 – The Snohomish County Superior Court announced the suspension of jury trials until at least January 8, 2021. The following statement was released by The Honorable […]
Tuesday is your last day to enjoy indoor dining before the holidays
By Dio Alexander | Lynnwood Times Staff Restaurants and bars will be closed for indoor service starting 11:59pm on Tuesday, November 17. Only outdoor dining and to-go service is permitted following current guidelines. Table size will be limited to five persons for outdoor dining. Retail and grocery stores will be limited to 25% occupancy and […]
Larsen-led resolution raises awareness on importance of drone safety
By Office of Congressman Rick Larsen | Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Reps. Rick Larsen (WA-02), Chair of the House Aviation Subcommittee, Garret Graves (LA-06), the Subcommittee’s Ranking Member, and Sharice Davids (KS-03), the Subcommittee’s Vice Chair, introduced a bipartisan resolution designating the week of November 16 – 22, 2020, as National Drone Safety Awareness […]
Lynnwood hosts virtual Veterans Day ceremony
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The city of Lynnwood hosted a virtual Veterans Day ceremony on November 11, honoring and thanking all who served in the United States Armed Forces. While the ceremony did not have the usual gathering due to the coronavirus pandemic, the city still wanted to do something special for […]
