Perrinville Creek was once a thriving, salmon-bearing stream that flowed through Edmonds and Lynnwood. Community groups like the Edmonds Stream Team used it as a teaching creek; it was a vibrant …

I know I tend to write about strange and inconsequential things. And this column, about a variety of sauces I like, is a prime example. I happen to be a rather saucy guy. But first, before …

Later this summer, Homage will officially move its headquarters from Lynnwood to Everett. While our physical address is changing, our mission remains the same: to ensure older adults and people with …

I believe Joseph Ademofe is a solid candidate for the Edmonds City Council (Position 3) and deserves our consideration. As indicated by his responses to the questions posed in this article …

August, aka the dog days of summer, and officially the last month of those long daylight and sunny days. It’s the last summer month to no longer put off one of those many once-in-a-lifetime …

Editorial cartoon by syndicated columnist Joe Heller.

The cost of living is a major challenge facing our families. Inflation caused by tariffs and other factors is hitting our bank accounts hard. A major driver of our cost of living is the expense of …

Column on Mayor Rosen was fair I read your July 3 Editor’s Note, “Mayor Rosen is failing to shine a light on the city.” I want to express appreciation for your fair …

I was in Costco the other day, sitting in their food court. Where else do you think you could find me, "Alan the Eater," besides maybe at a sampling station in the store? I was just sitting …

During these warm summer days, staying hydrated is important, especially for older adults. Proper hydration is critical for maintaining bodily functions, including regulating temperature, supporting …

Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman that can help with small jobs around the house? Almost 75 Dear Almost, It’s a great question. Finding a good …

Do you remember the first time you went to a salad bar? Pushing your tray along those little metal sliders, perusing those long rows of fresh veggies, toppings, and dressings made it possible to …

Mayor, council take the easy road with budget crisis I sure agreed with Carla Elder’s letter to the editor in the July 10 Beacon ("We need answers on Edmonds' budget woes"). The whole …

The July 3 Editor’s Note, “Mayor Rosen is failing to shine a light on the city,” came as kind of a shock, and I would like to provide some additional details and context in this …

As one of your elected officials with a neurodiverse disability, I am proud that July is Disability Pride Month in the city of Edmonds! A phrase commonly used in the Disability Rights Movement is …

We are being asked how a $6 million levy lid lift assumption in the 2026 budget became the $14.5 million levy lift going to ballot. Speaking only for myself (and offering my personal understanding of …

Open letter to Edmonds School District board of directors: I was so impressed with how President Katims ran the recent school board meeting and the discussion among the board, and how Superintendent …

Edmonds’ July 4 parade overtaken by commercialism For years, we have visited Edmonds at least weekly, deeply appreciative of its quality of life and well-groomed environment. Whether it's …