Mukilteo
Woman's body found in pickup in water off Mukilteo
MUKILTEO -- A dive team recovered a woman's body Thursday morning after a ferry captain spotted the top of a submerged pickup truck off the Mukilteo waterfront, officials said.
Date: 05/31/2012 | Local News
Front Porch: Vigil for girl killed in Arizona
Snohomish County leaders, including members of the county's Human Rights Commission, have planned a tribute Wednesday for a 9-year-old Arizona girl who was killed three years ago by border activists with ties to Everett.
Date: 05/28/2012 | Local News
Computer failure may have wiped Mukilteo’s data
MUKILTEO -- Planning documents, city financial information, police records, City Council meeting minutes and more were lost when Mukilteo's computer system crashed last month, officials said.
Date: 05/26/2012 | Local News
2 people and a dog saved from sinking sailboat
MUKILTEO -- Two people and a dog were rescued from a sinking sailboat near Mukilteo late Thursday.
Date: 05/25/2012 | Local News
State to stagger closure of liquor stores next week
The Washington State Liquor Control Board has announced a phased closure schedule for state liquor stores as we near the June 1 start of private liquor sales. With...
Date: 05/22/2012 | Bizblog
Scientist shares expertise with Puget Sound pollution
If you want a good idea of what kinds of pollution are lurking in Puget Sound, and whether to worry about them, talking to Lincoln Loehr would be a good place to start.
Date: 05/22/2012 | Local News
New Mukilteo ferry terminal site selected
MUKILTEO -- After years of delays and uncertainty, a major step has been taken toward building a new ferry terminal in Mukilteo.State ferry officials have picked a site: the west end of the former Air Force tank farm, just east of the waterfront business district.
Date: 05/21/2012 | Local News
Guide to the Port of Everett
No entity has controlled and shaped Everett's waterfront more than the Port of Everett. The port's mission is to grow businesses and jobs, and it does that by creating opportunities for others to make money. For example, a business could lease a space at...
Date: 05/20/2012 | Need to Know
Renewed life, renewed vows
Essay about husband’s cancer fight wins second trip down aisle
Date: 05/19/2012 | Local News
Around Snohomish County
Everett: Monte Cristo award nominationsThe city of Everett's Office of Neighborhoods is accepting nominations for the 18th annual Monte Cristo Awards, an honor given to property owners who have shown pride in their property.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Local News
Vintage aircraft, beer mixer at Kilo-7
A special beer will be matched to each of the historical aircraft in the collection of the Historic Flight Foundation for a fundraiser tonight at Kilo-7.The event, Beer Flights, will include an auction and food, provided by some of the region's finest purveyors.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Entertainment
Mukilteo lacrosse loses to Bellarmine Prep in round of 16
MUKILTEO -- Bellarmine Prep scored seven unanswered goals in the second quarter to take the lead for good and advance to the quarterfinals of the Washington Lacrosse Boys State Championship tournament with a 16-13 opening round win over Mukilteo, Tuesday at Kamiak High School.
Date: 05/16/2012 | Prep Zone
Prep lacrosse playoff scores
GIRLS VARSITY | STATE TOURNAMENT, QUARTERFINALS
Date: 05/11/2012 | Prep Zone
Mukilteo considers fire service partnership
MUKILTEO -- City officials are mulling the idea of a contract for fire protection service.Snohomish County Fire District 1 recently floated the idea during routine talks with Mukilteo, Mayor Joe Marine said.
Date: 05/12/2012 | Local News
Teddy Bear Clinic at Mukilteo fire station open house
MUKILTEO -- Prepare to see many teddy bears during an open house at the Mukilteo Fire Department next weekend.
Date: 05/09/2012 | Local News
School winners
Lake Stevens names Apple Award winnersLake Stevens School District employees will be recognized May 9 for creating a positive, caring and productive school environment.
Date: 05/07/2012 | Life
Around the County
Arlington: Relay for Life set for SundayThe next Arlington Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society is Sunday afternoon at Byrnes Performing Arts Center.
Date: 05/04/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo orchestra to make some ‘Movie Magic’
The sultry sounds of "West Side Story" along with music from "Lord of the Rings" "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" can be heard Sunday during Mukilteo Community Orchestra's spring concert, "Movie Magic."
Date: 05/04/2012 | Entertainment
Mukilteo home invasion drug-related, police say
MUKILTEO -- Bail was set at $100,000 each Wednesday for four suspects accused of a home invasion robbery that involved gunfire at a Mukilteo home.
Date: 05/02/2012 | Local News
4 arrested in Mukilteo home invasion robbery
MUKILTEO -- It is a quiet neighborhood at the bottom of a steep grade in upscale suburbia.The spacious single-family homes valued at more than a half-million dollars each line both sides of the aptly named Marine View Drive in Mukilteo.
Date: 05/01/2012 | Local News
Teddy bears for Ghana
Kamiak student recognized for his student-run charity
Date: 05/01/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo considers new, big road
MUKILTEO -- It's not a reach to say Mukilteo could use another road into the city from the south.Afternoon commuters returning home or heading to the ferry often encounter backups on the Mukilteo Speedway, even though that roadway was widened to four lanes in 2004.
Date: 04/29/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Concert to benefit homelessThe North Cascades Concert Band performs Friday as part of a fundraiser for programs that benefit homeless people in the Arlington area.
Date: 04/26/2012 | Local News
Movin' on MTV
A Mukilteo troupe's a contender on 'America's Best Dance Crew'
Date: 04/25/2012 | Entertainment
Mukilteo may allow medical marijuana permanently
MUKILTEO -- Within a few weeks, it might be permanently legal to grow marijuana for medicinal purposes in Mukilteo.
Date: 04/24/2012 | Local News
Prep lacrosse scores -- Tuesday, April 17
BOYS | DIVISION IISnohomish drops North County for ninth lacrosse win
Date: 04/18/2012 | Prep Zone
Around the County
Arlington: Free community concertSisco Heights Community Club is organizing a free concert named the "Spring Jamb session" starting at 7 p.m. Friday at the Club House, 13527 99th Ave. NE, Arlington.
Date: 04/18/2012 | Local News
Woman accused in starving case competent for trial
EVERETT -- State doctors recently concluded that a Mukilteo woman suspected of starving and beating a girl in her care can assist with her own defense.
Date: 04/17/2012 | Local News
Prep lacrosse results for Friday
BOYS | DIVISION IBellevue completes NY lacrosse sweep with win at Farmingdale
Date: 04/16/2012 | Prep Zone
Census snapshot: Mukilteo
This is one of a series of looks at Snohomish and Island county communities based on data from the U.S. Census of 2010.
Date: 04/08/2012 | Need to Know
Mukilteo mayor miffed over Sound Transit post snub
EVERETT -- A rivalry is brewing between the mayors of Edmonds and Mukilteo for a spot on the Sound Transit Board of Directors.
Date: 04/04/2012 | Local News
Soaring popularity
Now profitable, Future of Flight aims for even more visitors
Date: 04/02/2012 | Business
Vandals ruled out in chipped-paint case
This just in from the Mukilteo Police Department blotter:
Date: 03/28/2012 | Sirens
College students to search Japanese Gulch for artifacts
Edmonds and Everett community colleges plan to offer archaeology classes this summer with a rare opportunity for students to work on a real local dig.
Date: 03/23/2012 | Local News
Indian artifacts at dock site
No added delay seen for Mukilteo ferry project
Date: 03/23/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo Republican to run against Larsen for Congress
A former military man from Mukilteo launched his campaign Wednesday to unseat U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash.
Date: 03/22/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Granite Falls: Horse camp holds essay contestHorse Country Farm's annual horse essay contest is back.
Date: 03/15/2012 | Local News
Alarming trend
As fire protection costs rise, agencies rethink how it works
Date: 03/15/2012 | Need to Know
Website tracks wrecks on U.S. 2
Warren Hartz of Index writes: We regularly drive by the electronic sign near Zeke's that tells us how many days since the last serious accident on U.S. 2.
Date: 03/12/2012 | Street Smarts
Front Porch: Firefighters drill
Firefighters drillEverett firefighters will practice navigating their way through a smoke-filled vacant waterfront building during four days of training set to begin Tuesday.
Date: 03/12/2012 | Local News
Pacifica orchestra welcomes spring in Mukilteo
Pacifica Chamber Orchestra artistic director Fred Chu said the music for tonight's Spring Concert are pieces rarely performed in the Northwest."This is really exciting music," Chu said.
Date: 03/09/2012 | Entertainment
Fundraiser to help Mukilteo girl
MUKILTEO -- Police in Mukilteo are planning a community fundraiser to help a little girl with a life-threatening illness.
Date: 03/07/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo child abuse defendant objects but is sent to hospital for evaluation
EVERETT --The lawyer for a Mukilteo woman accused of starving and beating a girl is concerned his client might not be able to assist in her own defense.
Date: 03/03/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo students fire toy gun in school
MUKILTEO -- Several students at Olympic View Middle School were disciplined Wednesday after one of them brought a toy gun to school.
Date: 03/01/2012 | Local News
Classical music favorites and dance get their due in concerts in Edmonds, Mukilteo
Classical music from the masters is blended with beautiful dancers in two concerts this weekend in Edmonds and Mukilteo.Cascade Symphony Orchestra presents its popular Children's Concert with music from Prokofiev's "Peter and the Wolf," a classic way to introduce kids to classical music.
Date: 02/24/2012 | Entertainment
Around the County
Arlington: It's time to prune your gardenArlington Garden Club plans to host a pruning seminar with Tom Boyce, a registered arborist. The class is set for 10 a.m. Saturday 1210 E. Fifth St.
Date: 02/23/2012 | Local News
Area legislators schedule town hall meetings in Mukilteo and Edmonds
MUKILTEO -- Residents of Mukilteo, Edmonds and Lynnwood will get two chances Saturday to question their state representatives on proposals for budget cuts, education reforms and other new laws.
Date: 02/22/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Everett: Walk to raise funds for homelessThe Everett Gospel Mission plans to hold a Walk for Hope event at 9 a.m. Saturday.
Date: 02/22/2012 | Local News
What mayors in Snohomish County are paid
If you're going to be a mayor in Snohomish County, you want to be mayor in Everett. That's because the job pulls down an annual salary of $154,956. Not to mention health care and a pension. And that makes sense: Everett is the biggest city in the county. But it doesn't pay to be the head honcho in...
Date: 02/19/2012 | Need to Know
Around the County
Camano Island: Film to be shownJoin filmmaker John F. Williams for a video tour of the underwater world swirling just off local beaches.The presentation is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 N. East Camano Drive.
Date: 02/17/2012 | Local News
Police investigate possible suicide at Mukilteo's Lighthouse Park
MUKILTEO -- Police on Wednesday were investigating a possible suicide at Lighthouse Park.A passerby spotted a body on the south end of the beach, near a paved walking area, Mukilteo police Officer Cheol Kang said. The passerby called police about 12:30 p.m.
Date: 02/15/2012 | Local News
Man says he was held against his will in Mukilteo apartment
MUKILTEO -- Police in Mukilteo arrested three people Thursday for investigation of unlawful imprisonment after a man reported being held against his will in an apartment overnight.
Date: 02/09/2012 | Local News
Front Porch: Help shape Mill Creek's future
Help Mill Creek planThe City of Mill Creek will be hosting a Strategic Plan Open House/Workshop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 15728 Main St.
Date: 02/07/2012 | Local News
Around Snohomish County
Darrington: Skate park dinner, auctionA Sweethearts' Supper and Silent Auction is planned for 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Darrington Community Center, 570 Sauk Ave. A $10 ticket gets you an Italian dinner, socializing and access to the silent auction.
Date: 02/06/2012 | Local News
Front Porch: Valentine project for teens
Teens can create a special Valentine at the Mukilteo Library at 3:30 p.m. Thursday. Decorate a tiny matchbox and slide it open to reveal a picture of your Valentine. Bring a small picture -- 1 inch by 2 inches -- of your crush and the rest will be provided. No crush? No problem. Use the box for...
Date: 02/06/2012 | Local News
Time is running out to replace Mukilteo’s aging ferry dock
MUKILTEO -- Nearly a year ago, travelers who usually take the ferry between Mukilteo and Clinton were forced to detour through Edmonds for two weekends while repairs were made to the dock in Mukilteo.
Date: 02/04/2012 | Local News
‘Eyes and ears’ of police provide a needed service in Mukilteo
MUKILTEO -- It wasn't until Dennis Chin became a volunteer for the Mukilteo Police Department that he realized how much he'd never seen in the city he's called home for 20 years.
Date: 02/02/2012 | Local News
School bus involved in collision; no one on board injured
MUKILTEO -- A school bus carrying 32 students to Endeavour Elementary in Mukilteo was involved in a collision Wednesday morning.No one on board was hurt, Mukilteo School District spokesman Andy Muntz said.
Date: 02/01/2012 | Local News
Backpack blown up after threat on ferry (video)
MUKILTEO -- A bomb threat led to an arrest and stopped ferry traffic between Mukilteo and Clinton for almost two hours Thursday morning.No bomb was found, but a backpack was blown up by a bomb squad in an abundance of caution, the Washington State Patrol reported.
Date: 01/26/2012 | Local News
Risen from the ashes
Mukilteo's Mormons celebrate new church (gallery)
Date: 01/22/2012 | Local News
Mormon church in Mukilteo to hold opening ceremony
MUKILTEO -- A grand opening for the new Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Mukilteo is set for Saturday.The church was rebuilt after the former building was destroyed in an arson in October 2010.
Date: 01/17/2012 | Local News
Front Porch: Stanwood poetry slam
Poetry slam TuesdayStanwood High School plans its annual Poetry Out Loud competition from 8:40 to 10:40 a.m. Tuesday at the school's performing arts center. A record 24 participants are signed up to compete in this entertaining event.
Date: 01/10/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo firefighters get grant for new airpacks
MUKILTEO -- Firefighters in Mukilteo should breathe more safely at their next big blaze.The fire department recently received a $190,260 grant for new air packs, assistant chief Brian McMahan said.
Date: 01/10/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo may renew temporary pot law
MUKILTEO -- The city's unusual temporary law allowing collective medical marijuana gardens could be renewed for six months Tuesday.The public will have a chance to speak on the issue at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 11930 Cyrus Way.
Date: 01/02/2012 | Local News
Mukilteo police talk suicidal man off train tracks
MUKILTEO -- The situation was dicey and words were the officers' best tool.Police in Mukilteo talked a reportedly suicidal man with a knife off the railroad tracks Thursday."The officers responding to the call did an excellent job," Mukilteo Police Chief Rex Caldwell said.
Date: 12/31/2011 | Local News
With support from Mukilteo community, Mormon wards rebuild a year after arson
MUKILTEO -- Without a building, they found their church in their hearts.
Date: 12/23/2011 | Local News
A survivor's heart
A year after lung transplant, Mukilteo man counts blessings
Date: 12/18/2011 | Local News
Free lectures detail wonders of local waters
Snohomish County's volunteer Beach Watchers are offering another free evening lecture series about the wonders and challenges of our local waters.
Date: 12/17/2011 | Life
Mukilteo makes 'large statement' with bag ban
MUKILTEO -- Shoppers and retailers alike now have a year to get used to the fact they'll no longer be able to use plastic bags for groceries or convenience-store goodies.The City Council voted 7-0 on Monday to make plastic grocery bags illegal beginning Jan. 1, 2013.
Date: 12/13/2011 | Local News
Mukilteo council bans plastic bags
MUKILTEO -- The group Environment Washington is praising the Mukilteo City Council for its vote Monday night to ban plastic grocery bags.The group says it should reduce pollution and help prevent bags from ending up in the belly of a whale, like one found dead last year at West Seattle.
Date: 12/13/2011 | Local News
Reports of person jumping from ferry investigated
MUKILTEO -- The Washington State Patrol is investigating reports that someone jumped from a ferry near Mukilteo late Sunday evening.The incident was reported just after 10 p.m. on the Cathlamet ferry that was headed from Mukilteo to Clinton.
Date: 12/12/2011 | Local News
Mukilteo could decide Monday to ban plastic grocery bags
MUKILTEO - By Monday night, Mukilteo could follow Edmonds' lead and ban plastic grocery bags. The City Council could vote on the plan at its meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. at City Hall, 11930 Cyrus Way. The public will have a chance to speak on the plan.
Date: 12/12/2011 | Local News
Prep boys basketball: Kamiak 52, Lynnwood 44
LYNNWOOD -- Nicholas Kussman and Ron Manchester had 14 points apiece as Kamiak defeated Lynnwood in a nonleague contest.At Lynnwood H.S.Kamiak 10 11 11 20 -- 52Lynnwood 11 11 14 8 -- 44
Date: 12/10/2011 | High Schools
Prep girls basketball: Jackson 58, Kamiak 45
MUKILTEO -- Kristin Stoffel scored a game-high 22 points and Sierra Anderson added 15 to carry Jackson past Kamiak. The Knights were led by Erika Larson who had 11 points.At Kamiak H.S.Jackson 13 12 12 21 -- 58Kamiak 7 16 18 4 -- 45
Date: 12/09/2011 | High Schools
Prep boys basketball: Jackson 59, Kamiak 44
MUKILTEO -- In an early season showdown between Wesco South favorites, Jackson drew first blood, dropping Kamiak 59-44 Friday at Kamiak H.S.
Date: 12/09/2011 | High Schools
Mukilteo incumbent keeping council job
EVERETT -- Emily Vanderwielen is keeping her job as Mukilteo city councilwoman.Even though Vanderwielen lost a vote during a machine recount Thursday, she still held on to a lead in the race. She got 3,026 votes, while challenger Terry Preshaw received 3,008 votes.
Date: 12/09/2011 | Local News
Volleyball All-Area teams
The Herald's All-Area volleyball first and second teams
Date: 12/06/2011 | High Schools
Prep girls basketball: King's 61, Kamiak 52
MUKILTEO -- King's had three players score in double-figures in leading the Knights to a nonleague win over Kamiak. Karlie Storkson led the way with 17 points and Joclyn Kirton followed closely with 16. Kate Blackwell had 17 points, four assists and four rebounds to pace Kamiak.
Date: 12/05/2011 | High Schools
Soccer All-Area Teams
The Herald's girls soccer All-Area first and second teams
Date: 12/05/2011 | High Schools
Front Porch: Dance for the Raptors
Dance for the RaptorsAudition for the Everett Raptors Dance Team at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Manhattan Center, 1611 Everett Ave., in Everett.
Date: 12/03/2011 | Local News
Historic Flight Foundation event to discuss 1911 transcontinental flight
MUKILTEO -- Think cross-country air travel is uncomfortable now?Just be glad you weren't flying a century ago.The first transcontinental flight across the U.S. took 82 flight hours and 84 days. There were crash landings, broken bones and mechanical failures.
Date: 12/02/2011 | Local News
Figuring things out always easier with ice cream
Stillaguamish Senior Center offers a timely program called "Making Sense of the Holiday Madness."It's planned for 1 p.m. Thursday at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd. in Arlington.What's not to love? They will offer an ice cream social at the same time.
Date: 12/02/2011 | Local News
Teens stable after being hit by car
MUKILTEO -- Two teenagers were hospitalized Thursday night after being struck by a car in Mukilteo.They were hit just after 5 p.m. in the crosswalk at the intersection of 47th Place W. and Harbour Pointe Boulevard, Mukilteo assistant fire chief Brian McMahan said.
Date: 12/01/2011 | Local News
Mukilteo struggles to comply with conflicting pot rules
MUKILTEO -- City officials are encountering pitfalls as they try to come up with a way to regulate medical marijuana collective gardens.
Date: 11/28/2011 | Local News
Mukilteo police nab six after burglaries
MUKILTEO -- The last week or so was a bad time to be a burglar in Mukilteo.People in the city gave police three great tips that led to six burglary arrests, officer Cheol Kang said. It all happened within days.
Date: 11/26/2011 | Local News
Front Porch: Help service members
Help service membersBring cheer to wounded service members by donating gifts, gadgets and goodies for Christmas stockings assembled by Heartbeat -- Serving Wounded Warriors.
Date: 11/26/2011 | Local News
Kids can make their own Angry Bird at the Mukilteo Library
MUKILTEO -- Angry Birds are coming to the Mukilteo Library.Teens can be part of an event Friday where they make their own birds and pesky pigs based on the Angry Birds video game. Players of the game launch multi-colored wingless birds at pigs who have stolen the bird's eggs.
Date: 11/25/2011 | Local News
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