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It'll be busy in downtown Edmonds this weekend with the debut of Walkable Main Street and larger farmers market. But there's more coming, including July 4, the return of the... — Updated 6/22/2021

Ferries on the Edmonds-Kingston trip have made numerous rescues of scuba divers near the Edmonds dock. On Friday, June 18, crewmembers successfully rescued three of a quartet while... — Updated 6/22/2021

Scriber Lake High School in Edmonds held its graduation ceremony Thursday, June 17. Congrats to all the 2021 grads!... — Updated 6/22/2021

Five proposals from the Citizens Housing Commission will get a first review by the City Council at a special study session 4:30 p.m. Thursday, June 24. You can watch live on City's... — Updated 6/21/2021

Seattle writer Karisa Keasey's first book, "When You Can't Go Home: Portraits of Refugees in the Pacific Northwest," describes – in words and original paintings – the hardships... — Updated 6/20/2021

If there was any doubt about Edmonds' reputation as a culinary hotspot, this weekend may have erased all doubts. Six contestants from season six of Bravo's "Top Chef: Portland"... — Updated 6/20/2021

While the pandemic may be winding down, Bloodworks NW recently reported long-term effects remain. That includes a major blood shortage in the area. To help, the Edmonds Waterfront C... — Updated 6/20/2021

Here you go, kids. The Hazel Miller Spray Park at City Park will open Thursday, July 1. "We are very excited to reopen one of the City's most popular summer attractions" said... — Updated 6/20/2021

Pictured: Greg Urban and Alicia Moreno of the Edmonds Chamber, owners Kali and Kris Kelnero, Strom Peterson and Maria Montalvo, Mayor Mike Nelson, and Vinbero staff and community... — Updated 6/19/2021

With all the constraints people lived through in 2020, many turned to their own backyards – nature, in particular – for hope, solace, wonder and even entertainment. Despite the... — Updated 6/18/2021

Diversity takes center stage at Olympic National Park. Often referred to as "three parks in one," this wonderland boasts three different ecosystems: rugged, glacier-capped peaks,... — Updated 6/18/2021

Live streaming for all Edmonds School District 2021 commencement celebrations is provided by the Mountlake Terrace High School CTE Communication Club, Hawk Broadcasting Network... — Updated 6/17/2021

Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you offer for downsizing? My husband and I would like to relocate from our house into a retirement community condo near our daughter, but need to ge... — Updated 6/17/2021

One of the most popular workshops that the Health and Wellness Department offers at the Edmonds Waterfront Center is our Advanced Directive Workshop, led by me as well as our... — Updated 6/17/2021

As the world emerges from the shadow of the pandemic, many industries are finding unexpected challenges as they seek to return to a level of normalcy. A global semiconductor... — Updated 6/17/2021

Walkable Main Street returns this weekend on Saturday, June 19, and Sunday, June 20. Main Street will close down by 8 a.m. on Saturdays and reopen before 8 a.m. on Mondays. It will... — Updated 6/17/2021

Good news for those who love farmers markets. The Edmonds Historical Museum's Summer Market begins Saturday, June 19, and continues Saturdays through Oct. 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.... — Updated 6/17/2021

The Beacon has run pictures of the Bubble Man, Gary Larson, in the past. He's even featured on the Beacon's current Guide to Edmonds, which you can view at www.bit.ly/2RMZo5V.... — Updated 6/17/2021

June 8 Danger to stranger Subject arrested for causing property damage to a motel room and to a stranger's vehicle. 23900 block Highway 90. A well-read thief Little library outside... — Updated 6/17/2021

City Hall is looking a bit more colorful this month thanks to the rainbow stripes that make up the LGBTQ+ pride flag on display outside its front entrance. This is the first year... — Updated 6/17/2021

Habitat for Humanity's new executive director has a close-up view of the affordable housing crisis in Puget Sound. Steven Li has lived in Edmonds since 2018. He knows that the... — Updated 6/17/2021

The City's Salary Commission is no more. Once again. Last week, councilmembers were taking up the City's proposal to change the regular cycle of the Salary Commission from every... — Updated 6/17/2021

In her long career as a physician, Laura Ballard attended to many emergencies, under various circumstances. But it took her until retirement to save a life at 35,000 feet. On May... — Updated 6/17/2021

Recently, the Edmonds City Council has discussed eliminating the Edmonds Salary Commission, comprised of five citizens nominated by the mayor and confirmed by City Council. Their... — Updated 6/15/2021