Tuesday, July 28, 2026

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Mountlake Terrace 2025 performance report: City exceeds business, public safety goals, affordable housing lags

The Mountlake Terrace City Council at its July 23 meeting heard city staff report on each department’s performance for 2025 based on the City’s 2024 strategic plan. City Manager...

Parents worry WA developmental disabilities program is about to get axed

Parents of children with developmental disabilities fear the unexpected and potentially imminent elimination of a Washington state support program they’ve come to depend on. As the state deals with budget...

Sponsor spotlight: Lower this year’s tax obligation — action to take now

Now is a good time to assess your current situation and address any lingering tax moves that may improve your tax picture for 2026. Here are five things to...

Alexander ‘Sandy’ Urquhart: Celebration of Life Aug. 9 in Edmonds

Alexander J. "Sandy" Urquhart “The more you put into life, the more it gives back”  Alexander J. “Sandy” Urquhart passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 15, 2026. Alexander Urquhart and...

Do police make schools safer? Inside the effort to revive SROs in Edmonds School District

Six years after the Edmonds School Board removed police officers from schools over concern for student safety, a local nonprofit – joined by parents, teachers and students – are...

MLT Council, City staff discuss funding for regional aquatic center, water quality project

Key takeaways Councilmembers and city staff discussed the joint resolution and funding of a regional aquatics center in South Snohomish County. City staff presented details about the water quality...

Paving on SR 525 from Paine Field to Mukilteo Ferry Terminal starts July 28

A new paving project kicking off this month will provide a smoother ride for people traveling on State Route 525 between Paine Field and the Mukilteo Ferry Terminal. Contractor crews working for...

MLT Chamber of Commerce to participate in countywide networking event July 29

The Mountlake Terrace Chamber of Commerce will join 13 other Snohomish County chambers for the Trail to Success networking event from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, at...

I-5 and I-405 ramp closure in Lynnwood Sunday, July 26 for paving

People traveling in Lynnwood should plan for a daytime closure near the Interstate 5/I-405 interchange Sunday, July 26. Crews will close the southbound I-5 ramp to I-405 from 6 a.m....

Mountlake Terrace Police Blotter: July 15-21, 2026

July 15 23600 block 56th Avenue West: Patrol responded to a report of a court order violation. 22300 block 54th Avenue West: Patrol responded to a residential burglary report. 7100 block 224th...

Empty classrooms, quiet halls: Demolition of College Place Elementary paves way for new campus

The demolition of College Place Elementary in Lynnwood started Tuesday, July 21, as two excavators chewed through two classroom buildings on the south side of campus. This phase will...

Edmonds Lions Club to host Guide Dogs for the Blind speaker July 28

The Edmonds Lions Club will welcome Rebecca Minelga, co-leader of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Lynnwood Puppy Raisers, as the guest speaker at its regular meeting at noon...

Art Beat: Theatre scholarship recipients, PTSD children’s book, Ballet Folklorico Xochiquetzal, Edmonds Sketchers

Three students earn Edmonds Driftwood Players theatre scholarships Following board approval June 24, Edmonds Driftwood Players announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarships. The scholarship program supports students pursuing higher...

Snohomish County seeks public input on Centennial Trail South Extension

Snohomish County Parks and Recreation is seeking public input as planning begins for the Centennial Trail South Extension, a proposed 12-mile trail that would connect the City of Snohomish...

WA sets another record with growing lawsuit costs

Washington’s runaway payouts for government misconduct climbed to $537 million in the past year, as the ever-growing sum continues to strain the state’s finances. That tally from the fiscal year...

Mountlake Terrace to host National Night Out on Aug. 4

The City of Mountlake Terrace will host its annual National Night Out from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Evergreen Playfield, 22205 56th Ave. W. The free, family-friendly...

Regional leaders emphasize collaboration as key to address climate change in Snohomish County

What will it take for cities across Snohomish County to move beyond planning and start taking action about climate change and air pollutants? That question brought regional leaders to...

Military personnel ride transit free during Fleet Week until July 26

Sound Transit is honoring members of the military during Seafair by providing free transit service until July 26. During Seattle Fleet Week, members and former members of the Armed Forces,...

Edmonds Driftwood Players announces 2026 scholarship recipients

Edmonds Driftwood Players has announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarships. The annual scholarship program supports students pursuing higher education and professional training in theater. Each recipient will receive a...

WA ordered to pay $118M in teacher pension skimming case; state appeals

A Washington state judge has ordered the state to pay roughly $120 million to thousands of public school teachers for withholding interest on pension contributions they made more than...

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