When the sun came out this summer, it was a long time coming, and everyone flocked to the waterfront to soak up the sun. Any trip to the beach is made better with a tasty summer meal, and Anthony's …

We have a long, long way to go, but several agencies in Snohomish County and the surrounding area are making a noble effort to restore natural function to important habitats. Projects include …

There are two ladies who are easy to spot in an Edmonds crowd, as they both have brilliant white clouds that crown their heads. How is it their hair is so perfectly cut and shaped that even a …

Kristiana Johnson was always there for the Edmonds community Perhaps I never appreciated her enough. I did not always vote for her, and when I supported her I surely underestimated who she …

I know that it is no surprise to hear that prescription drug prices are out of control. Even with insurance, many people have difficulty affording their medications. Some even have to decide …

Neil Young wrote the song “Rockin’ In a Free World” in 1989 after a bandmate nonchalantly uttered the line (or “We’ll have to keep on rockin’ in the free world,” to be exact) when the …

Intelligence without goodness attached is learned ignorance, said Mr. Jones to Ms. Doe. Whereupon Ms. Doe replied: “I believe you’ve just defined ‘common sense.’” Having overheard the …

Is there an end in sight for Civic Park? When I do my weekly run down by the old playfield/stadium I see lots of dirt being moved around every week, but I don't see a lot of park development being …

The history of railroads in Edmonds is really rather boring. Great Northern Railway reached Edmonds in 1891. The most unusual aspect of this arrival was that Great Northern used the name of a …

The number one complaint I get at the Waterfront Center is about parking. I can see them coming for me from across the room because they are moving with purpose. It usually starts with, "You are …

My daily work commute goes by way of the Edmonds to Kingston ferry. Whether daybreak or sunset, Puget Sound provides my color palette. Silvery blue water naturally contrasts with the brighter …

This donut shop is a revelation. As someone who has never been a donut lover, I am here to say that Zuri's Gourmet Donuts has made a donut fan out of me. Driving east on 196th, the light blue and …

The community effort to restore the Edmonds Marsh along SR 104 will resume this summer. Volunteer events are now scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, and Tuesday, July 19. Community …

Yes, Edmonds has a bona fide inventor as a resident: the inventor and manufacturer of machines that clean carpet with hot water, and a little cleaning fluid and left nearly dry. Mike Palmer, a …

"This 240-year experiment in self-rule began with the best of intentions, but I think we can all agree that it didn't end well." – Queen Elizabeth II, 2016 The 4th of July is supposed to be one …

Angels in Edmonds I wanted to thank the four people who came to my aid on Father's Day after I suffered a serious hypotension episode after leaving a restaurant. A very kind lady asked if I was …

A few years after moving to Edmonds in 2000, I sought advice from a friend on where to take my 1995 Honda Civic for repairs. That's how I met Lee Hoang, proprietor of Edmonds Way …

Let’s start this discussion with a few definitions to make sure we’re all on the same page. What is single-family residential zoning? Per our City code, the purpose of single-family …

The National League of Women Voters has supported measures to increase public and school safety and decrease gun violence since 1999. The League believes that “the proliferation of handguns and …

Former mayor: Strong mayor – if effective – is best option In 1983, I was elected Edmonds' first full-time mayor and CEO. I was subsequently reelected and served a total of eight years. As …