Friday, June 5, 2026

Government

Council approves vehicle licensing fee increase, hears Mountlake Terrace HS FIRST Robotics Competition presentation

The Mountlake Terrace City Council at its Thursday business meeting voted 5-1 to approve a vehicle licensing fee increase from $20 to $40, effective...

Public Safety

Mountlake Terrace Police Blotter: May 27-June 2, 2026

May 27 23200 block 58th Avenue West: Patrol contacted a suspicious person. The subject was arrested for an outstanding warrant. Mountlake Terrace High School: Patrol responded...

Cops & Bobbers event to connect youth, law enforcement through fishing

In partnership with the Marysville Police Department and the Cops & Kids Foundation, the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office will host the inaugural Cops &...

Education

Edmonds Schools Foundation receives $60K grant to expand student on-the-job training

The Foundation for Edmonds School District has received a $60,000 grant from Liberty Mutual Insurance to support the Foundation’s On-the-Job Training (OJT) program. The...

District: School start and end times to change beginning in 2027-28 school year

Following two years of work and a recommendation by the Edmonds School District's Start and End Times Task Force, the District will implement revised...

Middle, high school students invited to participate in 2026 Congressional App Challenge

U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen has announced the launch of the 2026 Congressional App Challenge, an annual competition that encourages middle and high school students...

Sponsor spotlight: Summer Running Start a perfect way for current sophomores, juniors, and seniors to get ahead

Summer Running Start is open and tuition-free at Edmonds College, giving high school students the opportunity to earn up to 10 college credits before...

Edmonds School Board reviews new curricula for science, health and social studies

Key takeaways Edmonds School Board reviews new high school curricula. Lynnwood High School principal gives an update on its graduation rate goal. Board directors...

Events

The Friendly Bark Summer Market is coming to Lynnwood — and dogs are welcome

Calling all dog lovers, local shoppers and small business supporters: The Friendly Bark is hosting its free Summer Market from 10 a.m. to 2...

Sabantuy celebration returns to Lynnwood at Lynndale Park June 7

The Tatars of Washington State will host its annual Sabantuy celebration at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 7, at Lynndale Park in Lynnwood. Sabantuy is a...

Rotary Club of Lynnwood dedicates Peace Pole at neighborhood center

The Rotary Club of Lynnwood dedicated a new Peace Pole at the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center on Sunday, May 28, joining community leaders, students, families...

Sno-Isle Libraries 2026 Community Read Selection: ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’

Sno-Isle Libraries invites the community to join in reading the Sno-Isle Reads Together selected title, Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Sno-Isle...

Reminder: First Pride event set for June 5 in Mountlake Terrace

The City of Mountlake Terrace will host its first MLT Pride event June 5 from 5-8 p.m. at the Jerry Smith Town Center Plaza...

Housing

History

Election 2026

Snohomish County Elections receives national award for “I Voted” sticker program

Snohomish County Elections was recognized on Tuesday, May 12, for excellence in election administration with a national Clearinghouse Award for its creative and original “I Voted” stickers. Now in...

Opinion

Reader view: School start times hurt youngest learners too

The Edmonds School District is proposing a 7:20 a.m start for 12 elementary schools in order to accommodate a transportation constraint driven by shifting...

Reader view: Opposition to proposed elementary school start time changes

I am a parent of two elementary-age children at Westgate Elementary, and I am writing to express my opposition to the Edmonds School District’s...

Letter to the editor: National Gun Violence Awareness Day June 5

Editor: June 5 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and I'm proud that the City of Mountlake Terrace will sign a proclamation declaring it so...

Commentary: Homage honors neighbors caring for neighbors during Volunteer Appreciation Month

Every Wednesday, a retired VP of operations from Edmonds shows up at a local senior's door with a hot meal and a few minutes...

Commentary: A millionaires tax? Let’s try shared prosperity

A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was signed into law yesterday — and I like it. In 2029, Washington state will start...

Eat/Play/Live

Sponsor spotlight: Fresh Pacific Oysters the special at Scotty’s Food Truck this week

Fresh Pacific Oysters are the special at Scotty's Food Truck Thursday-Saturday, June 4-6. Fresh Pacific oysters sourced for superior quality Perfectly fried exterior with...

Sponsor spotlight: Edmonds Center for the Arts announces 20th Anniversary Season

Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) is celebrating 20 years at the heart of the arts, and we are thrilled to announce our 2026/2027...

Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck at Five Corners in Edmonds May 28-30

Scotty's Food Truck will be at Five Corners, in the Calvary Church parking lot (located at 8330 212th St. S.W., Edmonds) from 3:30-7:30 p.m....

Art Beat feature: Fanfare for Edmonds-Woodway’s rising trumpet stars

Edmonds-Woodway High School’s Jazz Combo recently earned national recognition after being named High School Outstanding Performers in the Small Jazz Combo Division of the...

Sno-King sponsoring NW Folk Dancers 70th anniversary party June 13

The Northwest Folk Dancers, Inc. will celebrate their 70th anniversary dance party at the Sno-King International Folk Dance Club from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, June...

Restaurant News: Now open — Chicko Chicken in MLT, Elsom Cellars Social Club in Perrinville

Chicko Chicken just opened its fifth location in Washington State in Mountlake Terrace.  It is a Korean-style fried chicken franchise that has crossed borders...

Sports and Recreation

My Neighborhood News photographers win top honors in NW journalism competition

My Neighborhood News Group photographers Michael Bury and Logan Bury took first and second place, respectively, in the 2025 Excellence in Journalism Awards sponsored...

Prep track: More medals for local athletes on final day of state meet

With smiles, tears and a big haul of medals, the 2026 2A/3A/4A State Track & Field Championships in Tacoma came to an end on...

Prep track: Five Edmonds School District athletes earn podium finishes on day 2 of state meet

A busy day turned into a very productive day for local athletes competing at the WIAA 2A/3A/4A State Track & Field Championships in Tacoma...

Edmonds School District scholar athletes, community contributors honored at annual banquet

The Edmonds School District honored its top scholar athletes and community contributors at the annual Scholar-Athlete and Community Recognition awards celebration banquet Wednesday, May...

Prep track: District athletes earn podium finishes during first day of state meet

A hot day on the track led to some fast times and high marks during the first day of the WIAA 2A/3A/4A State Track...

Obituaries

Sponsor spotlight: Now that the taxes are paid…

After the rush of tax season and holiday spending, many people focus on immediate lifestyle upgrades like vacation and automobiles, but I would like...

Dale Edwin Hoggins: Longtime educator was active in civic, professional, community organizations

Dale Edwin Hoggins Dale Edwin Hoggins was born on April 25, 1932 in White Swan, Washington and died April 22, 2026 in Richmond Beach, Washington, having...

Karl Robert Stadler: Alderwood Manor born and raised

Karl Robert Stadler 1932-2026 Karl Robert Stadler passed away on March 26, 2026 in Mill Creek, Washington. He was born at the neighbor’s house in Alderwood...

Nancy and Ronald Niemczak: Together again

Nancy Niemczak   July 14th, 1952 - April 10th, 2026 Together again Ronald Niemczak and Nancy Niemczak Ron was born September 1, 1949, in Chicago Heights, Illinois. He...

Jennette Baird Halverson: A dedicated Edmonds Arts Festival volunteer, she valued family and friends

Jennette Baird Halverson Jennette (JB) Halverson was born on April 17, 1950 in Seattle to Floyd and Betty Halverson. She spent her childhood in Everett,...

Joanne E. Moore: She lived her life with compassion, generosity and a smile

Joanne E. Moore Joanne (Higgins) Moore passed away April 10, 2026, surrounded by her husband Jim, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She lived her life...

News Partners

Se Habla News: June 4, 2026

https://youtu.be/Loxx4EO_HHw?si=0--qP-lwascWH47S In today's headlines: Local road closures prior to the World Cup and more talk about tariffs.  

Se Habla News: June 2, 2026

https://youtu.be/qlO7FOe8R-o?si=67gXpI7Ysq3V7sKS In today's headlines: A deadly Russian attack on Ukraine, and fire officials issuing burn bans statewide.

Se Habla News: June 1, 2026

https://youtu.be/OHI5rfwjEU8?si=2GCdldqxDbsztOG9 In today's headlines: An executive order encouraging workplace accommodations for menopause symptoms, a far-right victory in Colombia and Lumen Field is buzzing with World...

Se Habla podcast for May 31, 2026

https://youtu.be/d5cAlyg6ibo?si=ynf63iHcNBxXM7Dq “The idea that ‘if you don’t cheat, you don’t get ahead’ is a saying that emerged from deep within Mexico and, unfortunately, still shapes...

Se Habla News: May 28, 2026

https://youtu.be/zOwk0Zb2Yew?si=2rwGN9l1IGC0FPPv In today's headlines: World Cup fears about Ebola and Edmonds cancels its contract for Flock license plate readers.

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