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Seaview Elementary parent and artist Tracey Fox: “I wanted to convey the idea of students as individuals working together, much like a school of fish.”

A Mural with a Bite

Seaview Elementary has a vibrant new addition to its school, thanks to local artist and Seaview parent Tracey Fox. This summer, she transformed a previously plain wall under the covered play area …

Help us raise our flag

We’ve launched a redesign process for the printed version of the Beacon, and we need your help. Our first change is with the flag, or banner, which is what we call the name of the …

Battery farms are headed to western Washington

A new form of electricity supply is coming to neighborhoods in western Washington and greater Portland. Whether you like it or not may depend on how much you trust developer assurances about the …
Opened creek channel with recovered trees after cleanup.

Volunteers complete Edmonds Marsh and creek restoration work

The Edmonds Marsh Volunteer Restoration Project concluded its work for the year in restoring freshwater connections to the Edmonds Marsh and reestablishing a “new” Shellabarger Creek open …

Wil Johnson wants all to feel at home

Wil Johnson has a vision for Snohomish County. “That people’s needs are met, that people are seen, heard, valued and safe,” he said “That I don’t have to look over …

Rick Steves provides update on his prostate cancer surgery

Editor’s note: Travel expert Rick Steves is back at this Edmonds home after surgery for prostate cancer. He shared the following update on social media. Thanks for all the support since I …

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Arts & Entertainment
Shari Levine with a few of her paintings on display at MaJe Gallery.

Shari Levine featured at MaJe Gallery this month

Shari Levine’s art is full of vibrant colors. Her new exhibition at MaJe Gallery includes a full range of hues from cool to warm. Levine’s encaustic paintings in her “Color …
Painting by Beulah Loomis Hyde is untitled.

At Cascadia Museum: ‘Structure and Form: The Art of B.L. Hyde’

Cascadia Art Museum is exhibiting the first retrospective exhibition of Tacoma artist Beulah Loomis Hyde (1886-1983). It runs through Feb. 2. One of the most accomplished and progressive …

Public invited to Finding Hope: Community Healing Forum

The public is invited to a forum dedicated to those who are navigating the challenges of grief and healing -- and who may also have youth in their lives experiencing mental health behavioral and …
(Sketch courtesy Tracy Felix)
The market, and my Dad
Last month, Edmonds Sketchers explored the Saturday market at Fifth and Main. This time of year is sentimental for me. I was in mind of Labor Day and veterans and the end of summer, all of which make …
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Cole Gallery’s ‘Paint Out’: 115 artists, 9 winners
From Aug. 28 to Sept. 9, 45 local and national artists painted Edmonds, Kingston and Washington islands as part of Cole Gallery’s “Edmonds & Beyond Plein Air Paint Out.” They …
This year’s PorchFest 70 musicians and artist. What are your thoughts? (Photo courtesy PorchFest)
Share your feedback on PorchFest Edmonds
PorchFest Edmonds returned for its third and most successful event yet Sept. 7 in downtown Edmonds. Over 37 neighbors and businesses came together to host 70 musicians and artists from a wide …
Letters to the editor
Why is the City intent on giving up fire service? As a resident of Edmonds, it is mystifying to me why the City is considering abrogating its responsibility in providing fire and EMS services. …
Brat summer: Are older children ruining Mika’s Playground? Today (Sept. 23), I took my 20-month grandson with his mom to Mika's Playground for the first time. What a wonderful place for …
A big thank you again goes to the people responsible for all the beautiful hanging flower baskets you see around our fair city – we all benefit from those who care! I would like to see …
School zones: City of Edmonds revenue generation I just paid $134 for a citation generated by a school zone camera. I was traveling 27 mph in a 30-mile zone. As I approached and pulled even with …

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Maria Montalvo
Halloween tales
There has been much in the news this year about scary cats (or scary cat ladies, to be more specific), but with October upon us, it is time to celebrate why we like to be scared this time of year. …
Chuck Wright
Sharing a personal story
Welcome to this October’s yearly International Association of Dyslexia Awareness Month. There are many professional definitions that describe dyslexia, so depending on how it is defined, social …
Alan Bine
Whopper lover, barking puppies: Thanks for your service
I’m making a list and checking it twice. But it’s not to note who’s been naughty or nice. I’m hardly Santa, although I do have a white beard. List writing is just something …

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Police & Fire
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Ice cream and meat thieves; assault; malicious mischief
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Breaking in; harassment; successful pursuit
Police Beat
Stealing and more stealing; argument; oweee

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Schools

Student Mock Election now open for all K-12

Young Washingtonians across the state are invited to participate in the 2024 Student Mock Election presented by the Office of the Secretary of State. The Student Mock Election is a nonpartisan, …
Mariner’s Sydney Vo and Azul Rangel were winners in the 2022 and 2023 Congressional App Challenge for the 2nd District.

Rep. Larsen announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge

U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen (D-Everett) announced the launch of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). The annual competition, which runs through Oct. 24, is open to high school and middle school …

VFW Post 8870 announces student essay

VFW Post #8870 in Edmonds invites students to enter its annual student essay contest. The contest is open for all students including those attending private schools or being home-schooled. …
From left: Dr. John Hoag; Councilmember Michelle Dotsch, former Edmonds Mayor Barb Fahey; Edmonds Chamber of Commerce President Ryan Crowther; Holy Rosary Pastor Matthew O'Leary, Edmonds Chamber of Commerce President Ryan Crowther; Father Matthew O’Leary, Principal Larkin Temme; Rocky the Ram; Holy Rosary student Jared Petras; and Chamber Membership Director Erica Sugg. (Photo courtesy Holy Rosary Edmonds School)

Holy Rosary School marks 60 years with ribbon cutting

Edmonds community leaders joined staff and students at Holy Rosary Edmonds School on Monday, Sept. 9, to celebrate the elementary and middle school’s 60th anniversary and kick off its next 60 …
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Schools chief urges districts to consider bans for 2025-26

Although public schools nationwide are considering whether to ban student cellphones in classrooms, Edmonds School District students are still allowed to carry their portable devices but are required …
Rick Steves’ Europe donated backpacks. (Photo courtesy Foundation for Edmonds School District)
Foundation helps prepare students for school with fair
On Aug. 15, 1,346 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to families in need – in just four hours – at the annual Back to School Resource Fair at Alderwood Middle School …
Back-to-school food drive benefiting Edmonds Food Bank
Feedme Hospitality & Restaurant Group has a back-to-school food drive …
Westgate Elementary School teacher Karyn Roseburg. (Photo courtesy Girls on the Run)
Girls on the Run honors Westgate teacher
Karyn Roseburg, a longtime Girls on the Run of Snohomish County volunteer, has been recognized by Girls on the Run International with its Remarkable Volunteer Award. It’s a national volunteer …

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Obituaries
 John Brett Parrish: 1934-2024
John Brett Parrish, much-loved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away in his sleep on September 2, 2024, at Aegis Gardens Newcastle at the age of 89. A native of …
Michael Scott DeWitt: 1962-2024
Michael (“Mike”) DeWitt (June 1962 ­– July 2024) has passed away. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to William and Mary DeWitt, he was the oldest of three siblings. …
John Brett Parrish: 1934-2024
John Brett Parrish, much-loved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away in his sleep on September 2, 2024, at Aegis Gardens Newcastle at the age of 89. A native of …
Warren Eugene Lashua: 1937-2024
Warren Eugene Lashua passed into eternal life on August 8, 2024, one day after his 87th birthday. He was born in Index, Washington, and spent his childhood and youth in the Pacific Northwest, attending …
Edward R. Cornachio: 1930-2024
Edward Richard Cornachio passed peacefully with family on August 26, 2024, at home in Edmonds at age 94. He was born August 16, 1930, in New York City, to Mary and Edward Cornachio.

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Sports
Despite the weather, 66 players turned out to play on Saturday. (Photos courtesy Ron LaRue and Richard Majer)

A rainy-day petanque food bank tournament is a hit

On Saturday, August 24, the Edmonds Petanque Club hosted the 12th Annual Food Bank Petanque Tournament in support of the Edmonds Food Bank. Under rainy and blustery conditions, 22 teams vied for …
Frank Foster

Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame banquet tickets now on sale

The Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame 2024 Induction Banquet tickets are on sale. The banquet is Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center at Angel Of The Winds Arena in …

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The Importance of Medicare Options for America’s Seniors
The Importance of Medicare Options for America’s Seniors
(Mark Gibbons, President/CEO of RetireSafe) - With the start of Medicare’s open enrollment period, it’s important that older Americans explore their healthcare options to make the best choice …

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