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Praise for artist's energy, enthusiasm Re: "Busy art, busy artist: Doug Lofstrom started painting in his late 70s – turns out he's pretty good," April 8. Doug's energy and... — Updated 4/15/2021

Down in the weeds Re: "Let's be blunt: Rick Steves is in a position of power as chair of national marijuana reform group," March 11). Just a thought. How about using that political... — Updated 4/8/2021

The sky is not falling on Edmonds I enjoy reading the Beacon, keeping abreast of the goings-on in Edmonds, and hearing what my neighbors are thinking regarding the matters of the da... — Updated 4/1/2021

La ville d'Edmonds n'est pas Paris No to Walkable Main Street ("Walkable Main Street – should it return?"). We are not Rick Steves' Paris. We are not University Village. We are... — Updated 3/24/2021

Statement condemning anti-Asian hate crimes There has been an increase in anti-Asian hate crimes in the United States, including in our own community, and the horrible murders in Ge... — Updated 3/18/2021

Boutique hotels: Will they work for developers? I applaud the decision by the Edmonds City Development Committee to allow boutique hotels in Edmonds ("'Boutique' hotels now allowed... — Updated 3/11/2021

The demise of Perrinville Creek Edmonds city staff have now cut off the natural connection of Perrinville Creek to Puget Sound, eliminating over 100 yards of stream habitat that... — Updated 3/4/2021

Kind of blue Beacon: Thanks – liked reading you for free. But as a CPA, things cost. We know. Won't subscribe for primary reason that your editorial view and tenor is a bit too... — Updated 2/25/2021

Reflecting on Black History Month, Amanda Gorman This Black History Month, I'm reflecting on the words of Ms. Amanda Gorman. The Legislature is working to create a Washington that... — Updated 2/18/2021

Safety at Swedish a concern I have been seeing reports of patients at Swedish Edmonds becoming increasingly violent, escaping the hospital due to poor security and injuring members... — Updated 2/12/2021

Everyone's a critic "Sure, it's easy to be a critic. Lady Gaga's voluminous red dress was over-ripe" (Rick Steves, "A day that filled me with joy and hope," Guest View, Jan. 28).... — Updated 2/4/2021

Diversity statement is needed I have read and reread the mayor's article in the January 21 edition of the Edmonds Beacon ("Mayor Nelson: It's time to move forward"). He mentions,... — Updated 1/28/2021

Will miss the Beacon paperboy I am writing to compliment my current (soon out of a job) paperboy Isaac, who has delivered my Beacon for two years. He has been steadfastly reliable,... — Updated 1/21/2021

Mayor needs to speak up on police chief decision The position of Edmonds Chief of Police is arguably one of the most important positions in our local government structure – good... — Updated 1/14/2021

Indigenous ceremony would be great at Waterfront Center I would love to see an Indigenous ceremony included as part of the Edmonds Waterfront Center's grand opening ceremonies,... — Updated 1/7/2021

How was the police chief process justified? Your editorial "Police chief pick: Botched from the start" (Dec. 17) was spot on. As you, Chief Al Compaan and Edmonds Police Officers... — Updated 12/31/2020

Compelling essays on police chief Your essays in the Dec. 17 Edmonds Beacon about the selection of the chief were great. Compelling reasons to subscribe. Good work! Paul... — Updated 12/24/2020

A few helpful recommendations on racism Re: "Looking for information on racism," Letters to the Editor, Dec. 10: Congratulations! You are on the right track to enlightenment!... — Updated 12/17/2020

Looking for information on racism I'm looking for some new information for enlightenment. My wife and I have been citizens and employees in the greater Edmonds area for over half a... — Updated 12/10/2020

Spend where it's most needed In 2020, the city of Edmonds Human Services Program was created under Economic Development and Community Services Director Patrick Doherty. A program... — Updated 12/3/2020

Sno-King soccer is still going on We were saddened to hear of the staffing reduction at Sno-King ("Sno-King Youth Club cuts 2 positions," Nov. 19). So many kids have gone through... — Updated 11/24/2020

Edmonds Food Bank remains open Our goal at Edmonds Food Bank during COVID-19 is to protect our volunteers and customers above all. We want to thank Edmonds United Methodist Church f... — Updated 11/19/2020

End of era for Beacon carriers In regards to the Beacon moving to a digital and USPS delivery: I'm really sad that we are taking this job away from our youth. My son has been... — Updated 11/12/2020

Appreciates the Beacon's contributions My husband and I have sent on our subscription online, "The Beacon invites you to partner with us for a sustainable future," Oct. 15. It is... — Updated 11/5/2020

Thoughtful coverage on tragic situation at Boo Han Oriental Market My name is Natalie Dolci, and I'm an Edmonds resident and a social worker who has spent my whole career working... — Updated 10/14/2020