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32nd District candidates: Lauren Davis and Imraan Saddiqi

Washington state’s midterm elections are Tuesday, Nov. 3. The Beacon sent six questions to incumbent Lauren Davis and Imraan Siddiqi, both Democrats vying for a two-year term as state …
Keith Scully, left, and Danica Noble.

32nd District candidates: Keith Scully and Danica Noble

Washington state’s midterm elections are Tuesday, Nov. 3. The Beacon sent six questions to Keith Scully and Danica Noble, both Democrats vying for a two-year term as state representative in …
Edmonds councilmembers and Mayor Mike Rosen. (Photo courtesy City of Edmonds)

City Council votes 4-0 to oppose girls’ sports initiative

Edmonds City councilmembers voted 4-0, including three abstentions, on Tuesday to adopt a resolution opposing an initiative (IP26-638)  concerning participation in athletics at K-12 schools. The …
(Courtesy City of Edmonds)

Edmonds Halloween Trick-or-Treat Night: All the details

Join thousands of costumed kids and, gasp, adults who gather in downtown Edmonds on Halloween night for an annual trick-or-treating experience. The Edmonds Chamber of Commerce event is presented …

Raised crosswalk work closing 7th Ave. North and Sprague Street

The intersection of Seventh Avenue North and Sprague Street is closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Nov. 2 as part of the City’s 7th Avenue North Pedestrian Improvement Project. The closure is …

Yost Park to get new pickleball, tennis court

The City of Edmonds is repairing and upgrading the water storage reservoirs at Yost and Seaview parks. The project will help keep the City’s water system working reliably for years to come, the …
Letters to the editor
South County Fire bond: Demand fiscal accountability South County Fire (SCF) wants taxpayers to approve $420 million to build and upgrade 16 fire stations. Before assuming another 25 years of …
Thank you to the 21st District legislators As a Port of Edmonds commissioner, I want to thank our 21st District legislators, Sen. Marko Liias, Rep. Strom Peterson, and Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self, …
I want to approach Esperance annexation from a different perspective: the consent of the people who will be governed. On Jan. 13, 2026, Mayor Rosen described certain Esperance residents as …
Editorial Cartoon

Opinion
Ken Grant
Halloween in Edmonds: More than just candy
Every October, downtown Edmonds transforms into something special. Sidewalks fill with superheroes, princesses, pirates, astronauts, and every imaginable creation a child's imagination can produce. …
Michelle Reitan
Redefining legacy as we age
When most people hear the word "legacy," they think of wills, trusts, and inheritance. But as we age, the question of what we leave behind has a much broader answer. Our legacy is not merely what we …
Strom Peterson
Federal cuts affect all of us
Decisions made in the "other" Washington can sometimes feel distant from our life in Snohomish County, but their effects are not isolated to D.C., and I have heard from many constituents who want to …
Arts & Entertainment
Arts & Entertainment
(Photo courtesy Steve Christiansen)

Perfection: The rainbow connection

Sometimes it pays to get out early. Steve Christiansen captured this magical image early Tuesday morning.
Mukilteo Community Orchestra

Mukilteo Community Orchestra opens 2026-27 season with ‘Breakthroughs’

The Mukilteo Community Orchestra (MCO) opens its 2026-27 season at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., in Mukilteo. The free concert, “Breakthroughs,” …
Shishito peppers are among the peppers available at the Edmonds Summer Market. (Photo courtesy Edmonds Historical Museum)
Last chance: Edmonds Summer Market of season closes Oct. 24
This Saturday, Oct. 24, the Edmonds Museum Summer Market ends its season, marking its 25th market of the summer, full of flowers, fruit, vegetables, packaged foods, and items made by local artists. …
Published in 2022, “Remarkably Bright Creatures” has sold more than 2 million copies and was a movie hit starring Sally Fields.
Bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt to appear at Rosehill Oct. 21
Author of “Remarkably Bright Creatures” will discuss her acclaimed novel with librarian Nancy Pearl A lonely widow, a mysterious disappearance and an unusually perceptive giant Pacific …
The cast of “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.” (Photo courtesy Jim Sipes)
Phoenix Theatre shines with ‘Musical Comedy Murders’
No mystery about it. “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940,” presented by The Phoenix Theatre, kicks off their season with an evening of laughter and intrigue. Written by John Bishop and expertly …
Police & Fire

Deputies investigate fatal shooting at apartment complex in Everett

On Monday, Oct. 26, at approximately 9:11 p.m., South County deputies responded to reports of a shooting at the Luella Apartments, located at 11802 Fourth Ave. W. in Everett.   Upon arrival, …
Police Chief Loi Dawkins. (Photo courtesy City of Edmonds)

Police Chief: Some cases not being assigned to detectives

Edmonds Police Loi Dawkins says the City averages 1.07 officers per 1,000 residents. Statewide, Washington’s average is 1.37, while nationwide the average is 2.2. During Tuesday’s public …
(Courtesy Snohomish County Sheriff's Office)

Judge permanently blocks sheriff standards law

A judge has struck down tough new job standards for county sheriffs approved by Washington lawmakers this year, which critics argued would force some out of office. The decision by Thurston …
Police Beat
Shrapnel, dog bite, DUI
Oct. 1-4, 2026
Oct. 4 Shrapnel: Hospital reported male treated for shooting shrapnel injury. 21600 block 76 th Ave. W. Not safe: Safe blown up in parking lot. No suspect info. No probable cause for a …
Arguments, thefts, graffiti
Sept. 21-27, 2026
Sept. 27 Civic: Assisted Lynnwood PD with civil dispute 19000 block 83 rd Ave. W. Burglary: Attempted burglary reported at home listed for sale. 18700 block 88 th Ave. W. Broken …
Disturbing disturbances; deplorable
Aug. 31-Sept. 20
Sept. 20 Trespassed: Female trespassed from skilled nursing facility after staff discovered she had been attempting to live there unlawfully. 21400 block 72 nd Ave. W. Fled: An adult male …
Argument; reckless driving; yelling
Aug. 17-30, 2026
Aug. 30 DUI: Driver arrested for DUI. Main Street/Railroad Ave. N. Argument: A report on a verbal argument between a juvenile and parents. 20900 block 83 rd Ave. W. Park arrest: Two …
Dog bites kid; verbal argument; nice view
Aug. 10-16, 2026
Aug. 16 Argument: Verbal argument between mother and daughter, no assault. 21200 block Highway 99. Dog bites son: Resident reports dog bit her son and broke skin. Dog and dog owner were not …
Running away; violation; deceased
Aug. 27-Sept. 2, 2026
Aug. 2 Firearm: A male was arrested for firearm violation. 300 block Sixth Ave. N. Running away: Father reporting his two juvenile sons as missing persons after running away. 7600 block 202 …
Schools
Spruce Elementary students lay their hands on Esperanza’s stump. (Photo by Jennie Warmouth/Courtesy of Art Start NW)

What happened to Esperanza, a Douglas fir?

A Douglas-fir, named Esperanza, once stood on the grounds of Spruce Elementary in Lynnwood. Why did it come down?   An after-school art and ecology club hosted by teacher Jennie …

E-W, Meadowdale among interns serving with school district


For the third year, the City of Lynnwood worked with the Edmonds School District and hired seen interns for the summer 2026 season. Five of the interns attend Edmonds-Woodway High School, one …

More than 1.1K books donated to children

One of the many projects the Edmonds Lions Club members enjoy doing is the Back to School Fair at Meadowdale High School. According to chair Jim Forgey, the club gave away 1,150 books. …

Edmonds College, Greater Seattle Korean Association sign partnership

Edmonds College and the Greater Seattle Korean Association (GSKA) have signed a memorandum of understanding to create new educational opportunities and attract Korean students to Snohomish County. …

Teens explore maritime careers on Everett waterfront

About 45 Snohomish County teenagers got a firsthand look at maritime careers Friday, Aug. 7, during a day of tours, conversations with industry professionals and sailing aboard the historic schooner …
SPORTS
Meadowdale Athlete of the Week

Saylor Echelbarger – Girls Soccer

Saylor Echelbarger always leads by example for the Mavericks’ girls soccer team. As a senior and one of the team’s captains, she does a fantastic job of leading team members, both with her …

Tukuza Kawinga – Volleyball

Tukuza Kawinga has been chosen as Meadowdale’s Athlete of the Week. As a junior, Tukuza captains the Mavericks’ volleyball team and plays middle blocker and right side. She always gives 110% and …

Conor Bartell – Boys Tennis

Conor Bartell has been chosen as the Mavericks Athlete of the Week. Conor is one of the captains of the boys tennis team this year, and he has become a great leader. He led captains' practices with …

Noemi Jaquez Vasquez – Girls Swim

Noemi Jaquez Vasquez has been chosen as the Meadowdale Athlete of the Week. Noemi has worked extremely hard as a new member of the girls swim team, and has successfully dropped a lot of time in her …

Former Warrior scores winning goal for Emerson College

Sophomore back Kate Baldock, second from right, celebrates with teammates after scoring the winning goal for Emerson College on Oct. 10. The Edmonds resident, who played for Edmonds-Woodway High …

Edmonds School District: Girls flag football to begin this fall

The Edmonds School District has announced the launch of girls flag football beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. All four comprehensive high schools (Edmonds-Woodway, Lynnwood, Meadowdale, …

King’s athletes shine at Oregon Relays with record-setting performances

Athletes from King’s High School in Shoreline – including from Mukilteo – delivered standout performances against elite West Coast competition at the Oregon Relays this past weekend, …
Anniversaries
Celebrating 75 years
On June 30, Helen and Dick Davenport will celebrate their 75th year of marriage. They met in high school in Wenatchee, Washington, and both attended Washington State University. They moved to …
Obituaries
Maryanne Waite Gipson: 1934-2026
Maryanne Waite Gipson entered into eternity on September 6, 2026. She was born to Evelyn and Thomas Waite in Sacramento, California, in June 1934. Throughout her life, Maryanne was dedicated to …
Edwin Lee Metcalf: 1931-2026
Edwin Lee Metcalf was born in Aberdeen, Washington, on March 15, 1931. He died in Spokane, Washington, on October 7, 2026. Ed grew up in Olympia with parents Raymond and Clare (Burgett) Metcalf, …
Blanche Emilia “Mimi” Yaphe: 1934-2026
Blanche Emilia “Mimi” Yaphe passed away Saturday, June 12, 2026 in Murrieta, California, at the age of 91. Born December 30, 1934 to Kenneth R. and Mildred J. A. Gillman in Seattle, …
Joe Carl Rice: 1947-2026
Surrounded by his family and with voices of those who loved him echoing in his heart, Joe Carl Rice passed away on September 16, 2026, in Edmonds. His legacy as a Peace Corps volunteer in Afghanistan …
Patricia Knutson: 1923-2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and the Matriarch of our family. Pats big heart wore out Sept 12, at home, one month shy of her 103rd Birthday. Pat …
Joseph Samione, Jr.: 1943-2026
Heaven got louder on August 7, 2026, when Joseph Samione, Jr. passed away surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born in Spokane in 1943 and spent most of his life in the Seattle area. He …
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Hit by an uninsured driver? What to know
TheZebra.com reports that 1 in 3 drivers are uninsured or underinsured, increasing financial risk for insured motorists in accidents.