Edmonds Museum now operating all 3 farmers markets; dates and times set

For decades, the Edmonds Museum Summer Market has been one of the traditions that define summer in downtown Edmonds. Now the Edmonds Historical Museum says it is building on that tradition by …

Jerry Gay: Edmonds High grad who took haunting picture of Ted Bundy

Jerry Gay, a 1964 Edmonds High School graduate whose picture of serial killer Ted Bundy was published in newspapers worldwide, died at 79 on Oct. 14, according to family members. His black-and-white, …

Strom Peterson and Jason Moon on 6 important issues

Snohomish County Elections mailed ballots for the Nov. 3 general election to 500,000 registered voters on Oct. 20. The county previously mailed ballots to military and overseas voters, as well as …

Police Chief: Some cases not being assigned to detectives

Edmonds Police Loi Dawkins says the City averages 1.07 officers per 1,000 residents. Statewide, Washington’s average is 1.37, while nationwide the average is 2.2. During Tuesday’s public …

Edmonds HR director leaves after 6-plus months

Lisa Takach, named the City’s Human Resources director in March, has left Edmonds to return to Oregon. She replaced Interim HR Director Ludwig Marz, appointed after HR Director Jessica …

The boarding pass machine on Lindvog Road in Kingston. (Photo courtesy Miae Kim/Google Maps)

Scenic route turns into ferry frustration for Edmonds man

On the last day of September, Cliff Sanderlin thought he was taking the relaxing way home to Edmonds. He had spent the day visiting in Olympia and, on the advice of friends, decided to return by …

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Homage Senior Services honors neighbors caring for neighbors

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Letters to the editor

Questions about fire bond; support for Strom Peterson

South County Fire bond: Demand fiscal accountability South County Fire (SCF) wants taxpayers to approve $420 million to build and upgrade 16 fire stations. Before assuming another 25 years of …

Why didn't City apply for Perrinville grant?

Thank you to the 21st District legislators As a Port of Edmonds commissioner, I want to thank our 21st District legislators, Sen. Marko Liias, Rep. Strom Peterson, and Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self, …

Let Esperance residents vote on annexation

I want to approach Esperance annexation from a different perspective: the consent of the people who will be governed. On Jan. 13, 2026, Mayor Rosen described certain Esperance residents as …

Mukilteo Community Orchestra opens 2026-27 season with ‘Breakthroughs’

The Mukilteo Community Orchestra (MCO) opens its 2026-27 season at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., in Mukilteo. The free concert, “Breakthroughs,” …

Shishito peppers are among the peppers available at the Edmonds Summer Market. (Photo courtesy Edmonds Historical Museum)

Last chance: Edmonds Summer Market of season closes Oct. 24

This Saturday, Oct. 24, the Edmonds Museum Summer Market ends its season, marking its 25th market of the summer, full of flowers, fruit, vegetables, packaged foods, and items made by local artists. …

Published in 2022, “Remarkably Bright Creatures” has sold more than 2 million copies and was a movie hit starring Sally Fields.

Bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt to appear at Rosehill Oct. 21

Author of “Remarkably Bright Creatures” will discuss her acclaimed novel with librarian Nancy Pearl A lonely widow, a mysterious disappearance and an unusually perceptive giant Pacific …

The cast of “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.” (Photo courtesy Jim Sipes)

Phoenix Theatre shines with ‘Musical Comedy Murders’

No mystery about it. “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940,” presented by The Phoenix Theatre, kicks off their season with an evening of laughter and intrigue. Written by John Bishop and expertly …

Fall colors are here-ish

Who doesn’t love fall colors? Who doesn’t love fall colors? This painting shows Pioneer Way in Edmonds’ Shell Valley (Shell Park II) neighborhood, sandwiched between Bowdoin Way to the south and Main Street to the north.

Judge permanently blocks sheriff standards law

A judge has struck down tough new job standards for county sheriffs approved by Washington lawmakers this year, which critics argued would force some out of office. The decision by Thurston …

In-custody death reported at Lynnwood jail

A 48-year-old resident died at the Lynnwood Community Justice Center on Sunday afternoon, according to the Lynnwood Police Department. An officer found the female unresponsive before 3 p.m. while …

Fire damage to Gyro Makers at Westgate Village. (Photo by Brian Soergel/Edmonds Beacon)

Fire damages 2 businesses at Westgate Village

At about 5:45 a.m. Saturday, South County firefighters responded to reports of smoke in the Westgate neighborhood of Edmonds. No fire was visible from the street, but crews noticed …

What happened to Esperanza, a Douglas fir?

A Douglas-fir, named Esperanza, once stood on the grounds of Spruce Elementary in Lynnwood. Why did it come down? An after-school art and ecology club hosted by teacher Jennie …

E-W, Meadowdale among interns serving with school district

 For the third year, the City of Lynnwood worked with the Edmonds School District and hired seen interns for the summer 2026 season. Five of the interns attend Edmonds-Woodway High School, one …

More than 1.1K books donated to children

One of the many projects the Edmonds Lions Club members enjoy doing is the Back to School Fair at Meadowdale High School. According to chair Jim Forgey, the club gave away 1,150 books. …

Edmonds College, Greater Seattle Korean Association sign partnership

Edmonds College and the Greater Seattle Korean Association (GSKA) have signed a memorandum of understanding to create new educational opportunities and attract Korean students to Snohomish County. …

Teens explore maritime careers on Everett waterfront

About 45 Snohomish County teenagers got a firsthand look at maritime careers Friday, Aug. 7, during a day of tours, conversations with industry professionals and sailing aboard the historic schooner …

Tukuza Kawinga – Volleyball

Tukuza Kawinga has been chosen as Meadowdale’s Athlete of the Week. As a junior, Tukuza captains the Mavericks’ volleyball team and plays middle blocker and right side. She always gives 110% and …

Conor Bartell – Boys Tennis

Conor Bartell has been chosen as the Mavericks Athlete of the Week. Conor is one of the captains of the boys tennis team this year, and he has become a great leader. He led captains' practices with …

Noemi Jaquez Vasquez – Girls Swim

Noemi Jaquez Vasquez has been chosen as the Meadowdale Athlete of the Week. Noemi has worked extremely hard as a new member of the girls swim team, and has successfully dropped a lot of time in her …

Romeo Partida Del Rosario – Boys Cross Country

Romeo Partida Del Rosario is this week’s Meadowdale Athlete of the Week. Romeo placed 6th out of 130 runners at Sehome’s Gear Up Cross Country Meet last Saturday, where he ran the 2-mile course …

Former Warrior scores winning goal for Emerson College

Sophomore back Kate Baldock, second from right, celebrates with teammates after scoring the winning goal for Emerson College on Oct. 10. The Edmonds resident, who played for Edmonds-Woodway High …

Edmonds School District: Girls flag football to begin this fall

The Edmonds School District has announced the launch of girls flag football beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. All four comprehensive high schools (Edmonds-Woodway, Lynnwood, Meadowdale, …

King’s athletes shine at Oregon Relays with record-setting performances

Athletes from King’s High School in Shoreline – including from Mukilteo – delivered standout performances against elite West Coast competition at the Oregon Relays this past weekend, …

Anniversaries

Celebrating 75 years

On June 30, Helen and Dick Davenport will celebrate their 75th year of marriage. They met in high school in Wenatchee, Washington, and both attended Washington State University. They moved to …

Obituaries

Edwin Lee Metcalf: 1931-2026

Edwin Lee Metcalf was born in Aberdeen, Washington, on March 15, 1931. He died in Spokane, Washington, on October 7, 2026. Ed grew up in Olympia with parents Raymond and Clare (Burgett) Metcalf, …

Blanche Emilia “Mimi” Yaphe: 1934-2026

Blanche Emilia “Mimi” Yaphe passed away Saturday, June 12, 2026 in Murrieta, California, at the age of 91. Born December 30, 1934 to Kenneth R. and Mildred J. A. Gillman in Seattle, …

Joe Carl Rice: 1947-2026

Surrounded by his family and with voices of those who loved him echoing in his heart, Joe Carl Rice passed away on September 16, 2026, in Edmonds. His legacy as a Peace Corps volunteer in Afghanistan …

Patricia Knutson: 1923-2026

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and the Matriarch of our family. Pats big heart wore out Sept 12, at home, one month shy of her 103rd Birthday. Pat …

Joseph Samione, Jr.: 1943-2026

Heaven got louder on August 7, 2026, when Joseph Samione, Jr. passed away surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born in Spokane in 1943 and spent most of his life in the Seattle area. He …

Janet (Patches) Ross Robertson: 1929-2026

Janet (Patches) Ross Robertson passed away on September 24, 2026, at age 96. She was born in Seattle on November 6, 1929, the daughter of Margaret and her beloved stepfather, Hugh. Janet grew up on a …

Calendar of events

Port of Everett Haunted Harbor and Troll or Treat

Port of Everett Haunted Harbor Witch Paddle

Artisan Alley Halloween Market

Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk

Intro to Marine Invertebrates

Fall Fun at Everett YMCA

Fall Fun at Everett YMCA

Harvest Carnival at Everett YMCA

NOW OPEN! Edmonds Museum Summer Market

Shoreline Farmers Market

Boo Bash 2026

Trunk or Treat – Edmonds

Mukilteo Monday Morning Book Group

Grief of Estrangement: A Journey in Healing

Gems and Geology with Rock Solid Science

Gems and Geology with Rock Solid Science

Día De Los Muertos Workshop - Nicho Alter Box - …

Día De Los Muertos Workshop - Nicho Alter Box - …