Edmonds

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen goes through an informational slideshow about the current budget situation in Edmonds during a roundtable event at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on Monday, April 7, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Voters approving Mukilteo levy, rejecting Edmonds levy

The Edmonds levy would fund parks, police, planning and public works. Mukilteo’s levy would go toward emergency medical services.

 

Garrard appears likely to retain Edmonds school board seat

Incumbent Thomas Garrard led with 69.6% of the vote Wednesday. Challenger Jason Moore trailed with 30.2% of the vote.

 

Edmonds council results: Chen reelected; Eck, Barnett leading as of Wednesday

Chris Eck seemed likely to retain her seat with 62.5% of the vote. Erika Barnett led over Alex Newman with 53.3% of the vote.

 

The Edmonds School District building on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds, Northshore place school levies on February ballot

Voters in the Edmonds School District will vote on one levy. Northshore voters will see two levies and one capital bond.

The Edmonds School District building on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
A train sits on the tracks while BNSF workers stand next to the site of a car and train collision at the intersection of Railroad Avenue and Main Street on Oct. 28, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Train collision temporarily disrupts Edmonds ferry service

Police cleared the scene around 12:47 p.m. One person sustained minor injuries.

A train sits on the tracks while BNSF workers stand next to the site of a car and train collision at the intersection of Railroad Avenue and Main Street on Oct. 28, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds school board candidates differ on budget, resource officers

Recent appointee Thomas Garrard is facing first-time candidate Jason Moore for the Position 4 seat.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen goes through an informational slideshow about the current budget situation in Edmonds during the 2026 Budget Address on Sept. 30, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds voters to decide on $14.5 million property tax levy

Proponents say Prop. 1 is needed to retain essential city services. Opponents say property taxes will become too high for vulnerable residents.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen goes through an informational slideshow about the current budget situation in Edmonds during the 2026 Budget Address on Sept. 30, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Marine 16, a fire and rescue boat based at the Port of Edmonds, uses streams of water directly from the bay to wash away the droppings. (South County Fire)

South County Fire will clean the Port of Edmonds’ breakwater on Monday

The marina will remain open during the cleaning. Officials ask boaters to use caution.

Marine 16, a fire and rescue boat based at the Port of Edmonds, uses streams of water directly from the bay to wash away the droppings. (South County Fire)

Candidates talk revenue, housing, environment

Three Edmonds City Council races will appear on the Nov. 4 ballot alongside a $14.5 million property tax levy lid lift.

Edmonds appoints new public works director

Andy Rheaume currently serves as public works director for the city of Anacortes. His first day will be Nov. 17.

Edmonds College Art Gallery to display new exhibit

“Origin / Identity / Belonging II” by Michael Wewer features portraits of Edmonds College community members from around the world.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen goes through an informational slideshow about the current budget situation in Edmonds during the 2026 Budget Address on Sept. 30, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds mayor presents mid-biennium budget proposal

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the budget Tuesday. It plans to approve any changes Oct. 14.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen goes through an informational slideshow about the current budget situation in Edmonds during the 2026 Budget Address on Sept. 30, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local colleges see fewer international students as fall quarter begins

Edmonds College saw a 25% decrease in new international student enrollment, citing visa appointment difficulties.

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Edmonds to host town halls for levy ballot measure

In November, Edmonds residents will vote on a $14.5 million property tax levy lid lift to help address the city’s budget crisis.

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South County commemorates 24th anniversary of 9/11 attacks

Community members gathered at the Fallen Firefighter Memorial Park in downtown Edmonds.

Totalled car that resulted from a DUI collision that damaged four cars on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Lynnwood Police Department)

Three days of DUIs: 1 fatality, 1 injured and six damaged cars

The string of DUI crashes happened in Lynnwood, Edmonds and Everett

Totalled car that resulted from a DUI collision that damaged four cars on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Lynnwood Police Department)
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Edmonds names acting city administrator

Todd Tatum previously served as the city’s director of community, culture and economic development.

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Downtown Edmonds is a dining destination, boasting fresh seafood, Caribbean-inspired sandwiches, artisan bread and more. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald)

Edmonds approves public safety sales tax

The council unanimously approved the 0.1% increase, which will go into effect next year.

Downtown Edmonds is a dining destination, boasting fresh seafood, Caribbean-inspired sandwiches, artisan bread and more. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald)
From left to right, Edmonds City Council Position 3 candidates Joseph Ademofe, Alex Newman and Erika Barnett.

Barnett, Newman advance to general election for Edmonds City Council

Erika Barnett and Alex Newman received 49% and 42% of the vote, respectively.

From left to right, Edmonds City Council Position 3 candidates Joseph Ademofe, Alex Newman and Erika Barnett.
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After disagreement, Edmonds to resume $6M in payments to RFA

The city agreed to pay South County Fire for services from June to December. Residents will pay directly starting January 2026.

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