Edmonds

The Cathlamet made headlines when it crashed into pilings at Fauntleroy terminal on July 28, 2022. WSDOT launched an internal investigation to determine the cause of the collision. (Washington State Department of Transportation)

Cathlamet ferry to depart from Edmonds after repairs from July crash

The ferry will serve Edmonds-Kingston route for a week, equipped with a new black box that will become the fleet’s standard.

 

Bradley Barton with graduates of his Climate Crisis Solutions class at Maplewood Parent Cooperative school on Feb. 22, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. From left, the students are Maedot Yoseph, Talea Mustefa, Jaxon Kennard, M.J. Pankow and Ava Woodsum. (Julie Titone)

Amid smoke-filled summers, motivated teachers drive climate education

The ClimeTime program provides more resources to teach about climate change. And it gets kids thinking about solutions.

 

Robert Smiley, founder of The Hand Up Project, has been helping people in Snohomish County get off drugs by bringing them to Port Angeles to detox. When they are done with detox they then return to their home community, he said. (Jesse Major/Peninsula Daily News)

‘Baffled’: Hand Up Project founder faced concerns long before ouster

The Lynnwood nonprofit’s investigations found Robert Smiley pocketed thousands in donations meant to help vulnerable people.

 

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

Edmonds has ‘not kept pace’ with climate goals, but aims to correct course

Edmonds will vote on a new plan to do its part slowing climate change by 2050. It comes after more than a year of development.

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

Edmonds mayor race heats up with 3 serious contenders

Mike Nelson is seeking a second term. Mike Rosen has the backing of five former mayors. Council member Diane Buckshnis filed to run, too.

Mike Nelson, left, Mike Rosen and Diane Buckshnis.
SMALL ENSEMBLES: Kaeli Pierce, 16, and Yevgeni Gorboulev, 14, in the Pas de deux from Grand Pas Classique, second place.

Edmonds ballet school wins top honors at competition

Olympic Ballet School won the Outstanding School Award and top placements at the Youth America Grand Prix regional competition.

SMALL ENSEMBLES: Kaeli Pierce, 16, and Yevgeni Gorboulev, 14, in the Pas de deux from Grand Pas Classique, second place.
The M/V Puyallup docks at the Edmonds waterfront on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020 in Edmonds, Wa. The ferry along with the passenger loading walkway were struck by lightning last week. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds-Kingston is back to 2 boats, but it’s no ferry tale ending

The state ferry system still faces crew shortages and a diminishing, aging fleet of green-and-white workhorses.

The M/V Puyallup docks at the Edmonds waterfront on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020 in Edmonds, Wa. The ferry along with the passenger loading walkway were struck by lightning last week. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Robert Smiley of The Hand Up Project hands out hand sanitizer in downtown Everett on March 26, 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Amid investigation, Lynnwood-based Hand Up Project ousts founder

Edmonds canceled a contract with the nonprofit that helps homeless people amid fraud allegations against Robert Smiley.

Robert Smiley of The Hand Up Project hands out hand sanitizer in downtown Everett on March 26, 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
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Edmonds International Women’s Day takes place Saturday

The Edmonds gathering celebrates women and diversity with this year’s theme, “EmbraceEquity.”

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Cars move northbound along Ninth Avenue on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds seeks traffic-calming program applications

For several years, radar speed signs have been the dominant answer. Depending on data and requests, that could change.

Cars move northbound along Ninth Avenue on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The MV Puyallup, a ferry capable of carrying 202 cars, offloads at the Edmonds Ferry dock on Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 in Edmonds, Wa. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Electrical issues at Edmonds ferry terminal suspends service

Ferry service from Edmonds-Kingston returned at 11:05 a.m. Tuesday after an issue with the transfer span halted sailings.

The MV Puyallup, a ferry capable of carrying 202 cars, offloads at the Edmonds Ferry dock on Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 in Edmonds, Wa. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
An external audit listed over 100 recommendations, such as getting body cameras, minimizing excessive traffic stops and hiring more officers, for the Edmonds Police Department. (Edmonds Police Department)

Edmonds police launch 911 text updates, post-incident surveys

SPIDR Tech notifies 911 callers when an officer has been dispatched, and then offers callers a survey about the event.

An external audit listed over 100 recommendations, such as getting body cameras, minimizing excessive traffic stops and hiring more officers, for the Edmonds Police Department. (Edmonds Police Department)

Edmonds schools parent, staff and student data possibly breached

Names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth and medical information may have been accessed between Jan. 16 and 30.

Dr. Rebecca Miner, Interim Superintendent of Edmonds School District, speaks during a public forum to receive feedback on the two candidates for the Superintendent position at Edmonds School District on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, at Mountlake Terrace High School in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Rebecca Miner tapped for permanent job leading Edmonds schools

Miner has been doing the job for seven months. School board members say the interim superintendent is the “right fit.”

Dr. Rebecca Miner, Interim Superintendent of Edmonds School District, speaks during a public forum to receive feedback on the two candidates for the Superintendent position at Edmonds School District on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, at Mountlake Terrace High School in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Students make their way after school at Edmonds-Woodway High School on March 12, 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

After Edmonds schools internet outage, staff ‘teaching like it’s the 1900s’

“Suspicious activities” on the district’s network delayed classes and caused schedule havoc. “Kids are using pencil and paper again.”

Students make their way after school at Edmonds-Woodway High School on March 12, 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
K-9 Hobbs and Sgt. Jason Robinson pose for a photo after Hobbs’ retirement ceremony at the Edmonds Police Department in Edmonds, Washington on Thursday Jan. 26, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Police dog Hobbs retires after nearly 10 years on the Edmonds force

The German shepherd had 520 deployments, 166 arrests and 113 evidence finds with his handler, Sgt. Jason Robinson.

K-9 Hobbs and Sgt. Jason Robinson pose for a photo after Hobbs’ retirement ceremony at the Edmonds Police Department in Edmonds, Washington on Thursday Jan. 26, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Juniper DeCasso, 17, prepares groceries for pickup at the Edmonds Food Bank in Edmonds, Washington on Monday, Jan. 16, 2023. Scriber Lake High School student Juniper works at the Edmonds Food bank as part of an on-the-job training class that teaches students about career options and goal planning, while also paying them for a part-time internship. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

School program gives Scriber Lake teens class credits — and paychecks

The on-the-job training program offers paid internships and career planning assignments with a real-world feel.

Juniper DeCasso, 17, prepares groceries for pickup at the Edmonds Food Bank in Edmonds, Washington on Monday, Jan. 16, 2023. Scriber Lake High School student Juniper works at the Edmonds Food bank as part of an on-the-job training class that teaches students about career options and goal planning, while also paying them for a part-time internship. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Vandalism at Seaview Park on Jan. 21, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. (Edmonds Police Department)

Police seek suspects in repeated vandalism at Edmonds parks

Vandals have done over $10,000 of damage to parks across the city, including suspected arson and graffiti with hate speech.

Vandalism at Seaview Park on Jan. 21, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. (Edmonds Police Department)
A big head Buddha turns to the crowd during a celebration of the Lunar New Year on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in downtown Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A big head Buddha turns to the crowd during a celebration of the Lunar New Year on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in downtown Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
John Herrmann and Keith Hume, both of the Surface Water Management team at the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, prepare to install a staff gauge at the mouth of Lunds Gulch Creek at Meadowdale Beach Park on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. Part of the park’s redesign involved widening the waterway and returning it to a more natural state to provide better habitat for fish and other wildlife. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Meadowdale Beach updates give fish, hikers more room to roam

Beach access at the Edmonds park has been closed since 2021. The new renovations restored salmon habitat and park facilities.

John Herrmann and Keith Hume, both of the Surface Water Management team at the Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, prepare to install a staff gauge at the mouth of Lunds Gulch Creek at Meadowdale Beach Park on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. Part of the park’s redesign involved widening the waterway and returning it to a more natural state to provide better habitat for fish and other wildlife. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)