Edmonds-based VFW Post 8870 is offering a James Traner Memorial Scholarship to graduating high school seniors. Eligible students must have at least one sibling, parent or grandparent who is a…
Veterans
Edmonds American Legion Post 66 already helping vets with recent donations
American Legion Post 66 got a chance to assist veterans in need with some of the clothing and food it received from its Jan. 20 drive to collect winter clothing…
‘Beyond our wildest dreams’: Generous community supports veterans’ food and clothing drive
Community members showed their strong support for veterans when they stopped by the American Legion Post in Edmonds Saturday, Jan. 20 to drop off donations of food and winter clothing. …
Donate golf equipment and benefit disabled veterans
Donations of golf equipment are being accepted at Edmonds’ Reliable Floor Coverings for use by disabled military veterans at American Lake Golf Course and Veterans Hospital in Lakewood. According to…
Reminder: Donate to veterans in need during food, cold weather dropoff event Jan. 20
Edmonds American Legion Post 66 will be accepting donations of food and cold weather clothing items to assist Snohomish County veterans in need during a dropoff event from 10 a.m….
Operation Paint to Heal gallery of veterans’ art unveiled at city hall
Dozens gathered at Lynnwood City Hall Wednesday to appreciate fine art made by local veterans. Many of those who came to the gallery’s premiere were veterans or members of Gold…
Veterans art exhibit reception at Lynnwood City Hall Jan. 10
In a partnership with the City of Lynnwood, the Pacific Northwest Veteran Assistance Program will be featuring an art exhibit and free reception from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10. at…
Reminder: 2023 Homeless Memorial Vigil scheduled for Dec. 21 in Everett
The Snohomish County’s Veterans Homelessness Committee invites the community to join in honoring and remembering those who have tragically lost their lives while experiencing homelessness at the 2023 Annual Homeless…
Lynnwood man hosting ‘mourning tree’ for those who have lost someone to addiction
Since 2019, Lynnwood resident Patrick Crosby has been honoring Gold Star families and military veterans who were killed in action with a Christmas tree memorial on his front yard at…
Operation Military Family, Comcast help close digital divide for veterans
Edmonds-based Operation Military Family and Comcast said they are continuing their partnership to bridge the digital divide among veterans, including working with and supporting several other veterans organizations in Washington…
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Veterans honored during Saturday ceremony in Lynnwood
Veterans, their families and community members came together for a Veterans Day ceremony Saturday at Lynnwood’s Veterans Park. Planners were concerned that forecasted rain might dampen the outdoor ceremony but…
Heroes Among Us Luncheon celebrates and remembers veterans
Hundreds of veterans and their families were the guests of honor at Friday’s first Heroes Among Us event sponsored by the Lynnwood Event Center and City of Lynnwood. The event…
Veterans Day events in Lynnwood this week
Several local organizations and businesses are recognizing veterans for their service in honor of this upcoming Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Charisma Christian Center will be hosting a Veterans Appreciation Luncheon…
U.S. Rep Rick Larsen to host veterans forum Nov. 8 in Everett, telephone town hall Nov. 9
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen will host an in-person veterans forum in Everett Nov. 8 and a veterans telephone town hall Nov. 9. The forums and telephone town hall are opportunities…
Lynnwood Veterans Day events Nov. 10 and 11
The City of Lynnwood will be working alongside the Lynnwood Public Facilities District to host a resource fair and celebration event,”The Heroes Among Us,” in honor of Veterans Day. The…
Mill Creek to host Veterans Day ceremony and parade
The City of Mill Creek is hosting its annual Veterans Day Ceremony and Parade on Friday, Nov. 10. The parade, sponsored by Amazon, begins at 11 a.m., winding through Mill…
Lynnwood Eagles to host fundraising barbecue Sept. 9
Members of the Lynnwood Eagles are hosting a charity event Saturday, Sept. 9 to raise funds for the Disabled Veterans National Foundation and the Gary Sinise Foundation, which provides assistance…
VFW Post 8870 announces student essay contest
Edmonds-based Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8870 is again sponsoring its student essay contest, which is open for all students residing in the Edmonds and Mukilteo School Districts. Students attending…
Support 7 receives donation of American flags
The Edmonds Peter Puget Chapter of the Daughters of The American Revolution recently donated American flags to the nonprofit organization Support 7. The flags will be used to honor…
Speech delivered by Gold Star wife Michelle Black on Memorial Day in Lynnwood
At the request of readers, here is a copy of the speech delivered by Michelle Black during Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Park. “Thank you so much for having…
Lynnwood honors veterans and their families in Memorial Day ceremony
More than 100 people attended a Memorial Day ceremony in Lynnwood Monday to honor those who lost their lives serving their country. The event was emceed by U.S. Navy…
Reminder: Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Park May 29
The City of Lynnwood is joining two local veteran groups in holding a Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Park, located at 44th Avenue West and Veterans Way. The event…
Sponsor spotlight: Edmonds Memorial Day ceremony to honor Purple Heart recipients
The annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Edmonds Memorial Cemetery is a meaningful and moving event. It takes place this year on Monday, May 29, at 11 a.m. All members…
Edmonds College to hold 10th annual Memorial Day ceremony May 25
Edmonds College will host its 10th annual Memorial Day Ceremony both in person and virtually on Thursday, May 25. The public ceremony will start at 2 p.m. at the college’s…
Heroes’ Cafe Director Gary Walderman honored during recent Mariners’ Salute to Service night
Heroes’ Café Director Gary Walderman of Edmonds was honored by the Seattle Mariners last month for the work the Lynnwood-based organization does to honor, celebrate and assist local veterans. The…