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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)

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Train collision temporarily disrupts Edmonds ferry service

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

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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)

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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…

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)

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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.

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Candidates talk revenue, housing, environment

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

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Edmonds appoints new public works director

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

Life

Edmonds College Art Gallery to display new exhibit

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

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)

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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…

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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…

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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)

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

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

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Edmonds names acting city administrator

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

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

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Edmonds approves public safety sales tax

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

From left to right, Edmonds City Council Position 3 candidates Joseph Ademofe, Alex Newman and Erika Barnett.

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Barnett, Newman advance to general election for Edmonds City Council

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

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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…

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Second fire vehicle stolen in a week — this time in Edmonds

Police searching for a suspect who stole and abandoned a South County Fire Ford F-150 on Friday.

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Early morning 2-alarm fire damages Edmonds residence

More than 40 firefighters took over an hour to extinguish the fire that began around 4 a.m. Friday.

From left to right, Edmonds City Council Position 3 candidates Joseph Ademofe, Alex Newman and Erika Barnett.

Elections

Amid budget crisis, Edmonds City Council candidates talk revenue, affordability

Three newcomers are facing off for Position 3 on the council, currently held by council President Neil Tibbott.

Edmonds Police Chief Loi Dawkins speaks after the city council approved her appointment on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Edmonds City Council confirms new police chief

Assistant Chief Loi Dawkins will begin in the role Aug. 1. She has more than 23 years of…