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 [...]
Entries from December 30th, 2011
Police chief honors dozens of volunteers
December 30th, 2011 · No Comments · Community
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Cherry de Pon yogurt shop coming this spring
December 29th, 2011 · 1 Comment · Business
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, [...]
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Recycle your Christmas tree with local Boy Scouts
December 28th, 2011 · No Comments · Community
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 [...]
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Shoplifting turns into a foot chase through city hall
December 27th, 2011 · No Comments · Crime
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, [...]
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Fundraisers being held to help the family of a Jet City Rollergirl
December 27th, 2011 · No Comments · Community
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 [...]
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Thanks for your generosity this Christmas season
December 27th, 2011 · No Comments · Community
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 [...]
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DUI emphasis patrols catch dozens of impaired drivers
December 20th, 2011 · No Comments · Crime
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 [...]
Whole Foods now hiring for its new Lynnwood store
December 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Business
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 [...]
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Free admission tonight to Imagine Children’s Museum
December 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Community
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 [...]
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Another step in bringing light rail to Lynnwood
December 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Transportation
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 [...]
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