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Letter to the editor: Congrats to MTHS pep band for TV time

Editor: While I was watching the Chicago Bears versus Green Bay Packers football game on Saturday evening, at half time, Channel 13 has a “local half time show.” And there...

Letter to the editor: COVID still a pressing threat — protect yourself during holidays

Publisher's note: Links provided throughout this letter for reference Editor: The holidays are a time for family, festivities, and - unfortunately, since we’re still in a pandemic -- getting sick. Wastewater...

Letter to the editor: Your tax dollars being used to build new baseball stadium in Everett

Editor: If you live in the state of Washington, your tax dollars are being used to build a new baseball stadium in downtown Everett. In fact, the City of Everett is...

Letter to editor: Sam Doyle is my choice for City Council Position 1

Editor: I’ll be supporting Sam Doyle for Mountlake City Council Position 1 this November. After meeting with her, hearing her responses at the candidates forum and reading about her experience,...

Letter to the editor: Tam Bui has my support for Court of Appeals

Editor: I am a proud volunteer and supporter of Judge Tam Bui in her campaign for the Court of Appeals seat. I first met Judge Bui in 2023, when I was...

Letter to the editor: Supporting William Paige Jr. for City Council

Editor: After meeting William Paige Jr. several times and spending time doorbelling my neighborhood with him, I strongly recommend we make sure he stays on the Mountlake Terrace City Council....

Letter to the editor: Why we support Judge Tam Bui for WA Court of Appeals

Editor: As judges, we see every day how much dedication it takes to serve the public fairly and uphold the rule of law. Judge Tam Bui is one of the...

Letter to the editor: Anyone for peace?

Editor: I find it not surprising that in this country we are generally unaware of the United Nations International Day of Peace Sept. 21 as there are billions of tax...

Letter to the editor: Everett stadium naming rights — is this is a construction subsidy in disguise?

Editor: It appears that the Everett City staff may be attempting to use $6.8 million or more in naming rights revenue as a construction subsidy for the "New Downtown Multipurpose...

Letter to the editor: Money to burn

Editor: When is a dollar not a dollar? When it’s only worth 98 cents -- and you’ve just lost your job. Since January 2025, over half a million people have lost...

Letter to the editor: It’s time to think beyond the honeybee

Editor: Supporting honeybees to address pollinator decline is like being concerned about birds and deciding to raise chickens. Nothing wrong with chickens — or honeybees — but neither address the...

Letter to the editor: It’s tiny Everett vs. global Major League Baseball

Editor: Major League Baseball is pursuing a global marketing plan. Everett is a tiny piece of it. Major League Baseball (MLB) competes with the NFL and other sports. Everett, Washington has a...

Letter to the editor: Why I’m supporting Sam Doyle for MLT City Council

Editor: This November, Mountlake Terrace voters will choose new city councilmembers — and I’m excited to support Sam Doyle for Position 1. I’ve known Sam for over a decade. Our kids...

Letter to the editor: County council’s decision to reduce wetlands buffer puts wildlife at risk

Dear Editor, Recently the Snohomish County Council voted 3-2 to reduce the buffer for wetlands from 100 to 50 feet, plus a fence, using the need to house the projected...

Letter to the editor: Celebrating the success of jazz connection in Edmonds

Editor: The Edmonds Rotary Daybreakers extend their sincere gratitude to all who attended and supported the 2025 Jazz Connection Festival on May 17. Held at two iconic Edmonds venues —...

Letter to the editor: Oppose Flock camera installation in Mountlake Terrace

Editor: The MLT Police Department has asked the city council to approve the purchase of a Flock camera system -- a $54K camera system that takes pictures of license plates,...

Letter to the editor: Join Israelis and Palestinians fighting for peace April 29

Why can't they (the Jews and Muslims, particularly in Israel) just get along? In the Ottoman Empire - (basically) they did! Read more here. Currently, even Israelis and Palestinians who have...

Letter to the editor: Four necessary changes to Regional Fire Authority operations

Editor: On April 22, Edmonds voted to join the South County Fire RFA. Although I agree that annexation is the right long-term solution for Edmonds, I voted no because I...

Letter to the editor: Fundraising drive to save music in Edmonds School District

Editor: Music is a critical component of a good overall education. Historically, the Edmonds School District has had a very strong and highly recognized music program. That program is seriously...

Letter to the editor: Time to review flag etiquette

Editor: As we approach election day and Veterans Day, it is a good time to review etiquette for flying the American Flag with respect and dignity. If your flag is now...

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