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It's been a tough week in Edmonds. At the same time, the murder of an innocent store clerk Feb. 21 is a reminder that without those who serve and protect it would be much, much worse. As detectives...

Although the investigation is continuing, Edmonds police say last Friday morning's murder of a store clerk is something that just doesn't happen in Edmonds. Now it has. "I can't think of the last...

Drive by the baseball field at Pine Street Park in Edmonds, and you'll notice a big difference. On Sunday, Feb. 23, employees from Magic Toyota, Root Sports, Dunn Lumber, and WaFd Bank completed the...

Rep. Strom Peterson (D-Edmonds) is betting that citizens want legalize gambling. On Feb.13, the Washington House of Representatives passed legislation sponsored by Peterson to legalize sports betting...

Edmonds Senior Center Thrift Store, relocated to 22820 100th Ave. W in the QFC shopping center in Westgate, celebrated its one-year anniversary recently. "The Thrift Store's move has proved to be a...

The Washington state Senate last week passed a bill that would require restaurants in Washington to offer healthier drink options for any children's meal on the menu that includes a beverage. "With...

Edmonds has a new crosswalk, one that has been needed for some time. Located on Admiral Way just south of Dayton Street West, it should improve safety, and it's just past a blind curve. The crosswalk...

Editor's note: What follows is a letter to the editor from Edmonds resident Michelle Dotsch and a response from Reps. Strom Peterson (D-Edmonds) and Marko Liias (D-Lynnwood), both who serve Edmonds...

The Washington state presidential primary ballots arrived in the mail this past week, giving us the opportunity to vote to determine who will be on the top of the tickets in November for the office...

I gave a friend a ride home the other night, traversing unfamiliar streets in the dark the old-fashioned way. That is, he told me where to turn. This was mildly embarrassing for a couple of reasons,...

Life is full of unforgettable and very humorous moments. Like fairy tales, some moments warrant telling again and again because the life lessons they impart are so valuable. One pertinent question,...

After two days interviewing seven candidates to become the next superintendent, the Edmonds School District board of directors has narrowed the search to two finalists. Students, families, staff and...

Edmonds Community College has announced a $1.5 million donation from the Hazel Miller Foundation dedicated to its STEM campaign for funding of the college's new 70,000-square-foot Science,...

Edmonds-Woodway's Alex Rapelje was dialed in from the opening seconds of the 3A state 138-pound boys championship match against Prairie's Jason Wilcox. It was easy to understand why. A week earlier,...

Meadowdale had to take the extended route to the 3A state regional girls basketball tournament for the second straight year. The Mavericks avenged an earlier playoff loss by defeating Snohomish 48-36...

Edmonds-Woodway advanced three individuals and all three of its relays to the consolation finals of seven events at the 3A State Swimming Championships Saturday, Feb. 22, at the King County Aquatic...

The Edmonds Driftwood Players kicked off the year with an adaption by Jon Jory of "Pride and Prejudice," which features a classic storyline revolving around the importance of marrying for love, not...

On Sunday, March 8, Edmonds resident Alicia Crank, along with several volunteers and community partners, are hosting a series of events for the 2nd Annual Edmonds International Women's Day. Partner...

When King Henry VIII wanted three pounds of sugar for his guests at an important banquet, he had a tough time getting it. Now the average American eats that much sugar in a single week. That's just...

The Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation has announced that Jennie de Mello e Souza has joined its board of directors. A 20-year resident of Edmonds, she is a working artist, local art instructor, and...

Gallery North has its annual Small Works Show. Sixty-nine accomplished and emerging artists nationwide have submitted nearly 300 original works of art in a variety of media and technique to be juried...