It was New Year’s Eve in 1972, a temperate 54 degrees, on a clear, full-start Time Square’s night. Thanks to my brother Arnie and our 3-year-old son and 1-year-old daughter’s …

Have you ever been curious about how a mostly blind person gets around? Welcome to my world. Many people think a person who's legally blind can't see or do much of anything, but that's not …

My family immigrated to the United States as refugees due to a political conflict in our home country. When we arrived in the U.S., we worked hard, with my parents and brother working three different …

"Why level downward to our dullest perception always, and praise that as common sense?" – Henry David Thoreau Each year, the Oxford University Press chooses a word of the year. A word that …

When Edmonds councilmembers claim their soon-to-be-approved draft comp plan includes “affordable housing,” are they lying or just ignorant? The state defines “affordable …

The holidays are here, and while they are often a time filled with joy and excitement, they can also be a difficult time for our canine companions. While some dogs thrive on the increased activity …

In November 2009, after five months of consideration, numerous public hearings, and very strong support from the firefighters’ union, the City Council voted 6-1 to approve a contract for fire …

How on earth are we supposed to stay upbeat in today's mostly negative environment? I wish I knew. I so want to recover my positive, usually happy attitude. I know the internet has some answers, …

The Edmonds comprehensive plan, which serves as the foundation for the city's growth over the next 20 years, has taken a concerning turn. Recent changes threaten the charm and functionality of our …

Editor’s note: This is Bill Trueit’s final column for Beacon Publishing. We’ll miss his insightful work, and encourage readers to read his previous columns online. Beyond the …

A while ago, the Beacon asked me to consider a regular column. At first, I thought no, I don’t have the time. But then everyone I mentioned it to encouraged me, as I have lived through a very …

Back in the 19th century, French writer Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr wrote, “Plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose” — the more things change, the more they …

F ull disclosure: The following comes from a wizened (grizzled?) editor/reporter who has long endured in the journalism trenches. There’s a point coming to this intro, so let’s get …

The future of fire and emergency medical services is a big decision facing the community and will be discussed Tuesday, Dec. 3, during a special council meeting starting at 5 p.m. There is a public …

“The mass of the rich and poor are differentiated by their incomes and nothing else. The average millionaire is the average dishwasher dressed in a new suit.” – George Orwell …

"It's a good deal for us (the Regional Fire Authority)" – in reference to the negotiated annexation documents for Edmonds to join the Snohomish County Fire Regional Fire Authority I took …