Police Chief Steve Jensen recently handed out 60 Presidential Volunteer Service awards to members of the department’s volunteer squads. The Lynnwood Police Department has two groups of volunteers — Citizens Patrol and Volunteers in Public Safety. There are 75 members on the two groups who collectively gave 21,000 hours in 2010. Of the 60 awards given, there were 42 bronze, 16 silver an... »
Another frozen yogurt shop is getting ready to open in a few months near Alderwood Mall. Cherry de Pon plans to open this spring at 18500 33rd Ave. W. (west of the mall near Fatburger.) In addition to a selection of unique flavors (watermelon, cake batter, taro, to name a few) and a variety of toppings, the self-serve shop also offers smoothies, bubble tea, Vietnamese sandwiches and spring rolls. ... »
Once again this year the Boy Scouts will be collecting and recycling Christmas trees to raise money. Donations help pay for summer camps, outdoor activities, camping gear and leadership training. Donations typically range from $5 – 20. Dec. 31 and Jan. 7 – 8: Troop 304 Curbside pickup within the city limits north to 148thStreet SW.Most homes should have received a notice along with an envelo... »
A 22-year-old Everett man was trying to make his getaway after he allegedly shoplifted some electronic equipment from a store near 46th and 196th on Tuesday. Police found him in a nearby park and the foot pursuit was on. The suspect ran to the Lynnwood Civic buildings at 191st and 44th. He went around the library, senior center, rec center and then inside city hall and council chambers. He was fin... »
Tragedy struck on Christmas Day for the family of a Jet City Rollergirl. The Everett-based roller derby league holds many of its matches at Edmonds Community College. Nine-year-old Tobiah “Zippy” Leonard, daughter of Julie Janeshefski, was in the back seat of her family’s Ford Explorer when a tree toppled on top of her during a windstorm on Whidbey Island. She died on the scene. ... »
A big thank you is owed to everyone who donated to our sponsored family in need this Christmas. We at Lynnwood Today and My Edmonds News are very grateful for your kindness – as are mom, 10-year-old Jewell and 7-year-old Travis. Along with the help of Santa (played by John, a retired Lynnwood firefighter), we made the delivery Thursday afternoon. All of us were overcome by the generosity of the co... »
Snohomish County deputies and Washington State Patrol troopers made 53 arrests during DUI emphasis patrols in Snohomish County last weekend. It was part of the “Night of 1000 Stars” holiday patrol, with each star representing a badge worn by an officer around the state. Many of the impaired drivers were repeat offenders, and some had two to three times the legal blood alcohol limit of ... »
Whole Foods is looking for dozens of people to staff its new store in Lynnwood. Starting this Monday, 140 positions will be posted on the company’s website. Click on the “careers” tab. A variety of jobs — both full- and part-time — will be available. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and a store discount. The natural grocery store at... »
UPDATE: The next Free Fright Night Live event is Jan. 20, 2012. Everyone is invited to the Imagine Children’s Museum in Everett tonight for Free Friday Night Live! It’s from 5:30 – 9 p.m. at 1502 Wall Street. This sponsored program provides opportunities for families throughout the community to be a part of the museum’s playful learning experience. It takes place on the third Fri... »
Sound Transit is continuing the process of expanding light rail from Northgate to Lynnwood. On Thursday the Board of Directors approved a 2012 budget that, among other things, calls for continued environmental studies for the North Corridor line along I-5. “This is a big step for thousands of commuters who travel between Snohomish and King counties every day,” said Sound Transit Board ... »
Food banks around Snohomish County will benefit from a $5,000 donation from the Fire 1 Foundation — a non-profit founded by employees of Fire District 1. “Supporting food bank programs is a tradition for Fire District 1 that started almost 20 years ago when a group of firefighters passed the hat to collect money to sponsor a family for the holidays. It grew from there,” said Jim ... »
The State Patrol says prescription drugs may be a factor in a fatal collision Thursday night just north of Lynnwood. At about 5:10 p.m., a 40-year-old man from Everett lost control of his pick-up truck on the ramp from southbound SR 99 to southbound SR 525. “The vehicle made a sharp turn to the right, hitting a retaining wall, rotated then struck a large light pole,” Trooper Keith Leary said... »
Last week we, along with My Edmonds News, began collecting items for a needy family in our community. The mother, 10-year-old girl and 7-year-old boy have been homeless for about three years. Fortunately, they were able to recently find low-income housing. But because of their situation, they have very few belongings or household items. We’re collecting necessities and a few luxury items to ... »
It was a clean getaway for the robber who hit a dry cleaners in James Village on Wednesday morning. Just after 8 a.m., the guy walked into the store, showed a firearm and demanded money from the female employee inside. He then fled the area with an undisclosed amount of cash. Police immediately set-up containment around the shopping center and nearby neighborhoods. A K-9 unit was used to search fo... »
Alderwood Mall is giving you an easy way to support Lynnwood High School this holiday season. Student and parent volunteers will be hosting a gift-wrap booth, with 100% of the proceeds supporting the high school’s PTSA drug and alcohol-free graduation program. This program has proven to be a powerful influence in the prevention of alcohol and drug related vehicle accidents involving 18-year ... »
Lynnwood police took time last week to make some needy children’s’ Christmases a little brighter. They gathered at the Lynnwood Target store for the seventh annual Shop With A Cop event. Each officer was paired up with a child and they headed straight for the toy aisle. Shannon Sessions with Lynnwood police said most of the time the kids like to by things for other family members are n... »
A hand recount has confirmed the initial election results in a very tight Lynnwood City Council race — Van AuBuchon has unseated longtime Councilman Jim Smith. “Both candidates picked up votes and the difference between the candidates is 10,” Elections Manager Garth Fell told us. The difference in the first count was 12 votes. The results are unofficial until certified by the can... »
From Mike Murphy, Lynnwood Today editor Some of my best and most vivid memories from childhood were at Christmastime. I would have a hard time falling asleep the night before, excited with anticipation about what was waiting for me under the tree. My sisters and I would usually wake up early, go downstairs and shake the boxes – sometimes several hours before my parents got up. Through no fault of ... »
Scott Boyce, a physical education teacher at Hazelwood Elementary, is one of 100 teachers from around the country who will be honored at the White House this week. Boyce recently received National Board Certification and was randomly selected to attend the ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday. He will also attend a forum on effective teaching. “This marks the first time since the Clinto... »
Snohomish County Fire District 1 responded to 293 calls during the week of Nov. 24-30, including these calls near Lynnwood. November 24 COLLISION: At 1:02 p.m., a two-car collision was reported in the 4300 block of 212th Street SW in Mountlake Terrace. Firefighters transported one patient to Swedish/Edmonds Hospital. DRYER FIRE: At 1:04 p.m., firefighters responded to a small fire at a house in... »
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