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Hidden Gems: 5 lesser-known Asian eateries in and around Lynnwood

This series exploring Snohomish County’s best-kept food secrets kicks off with a sampling of local Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese and Korean fare.

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Green City Dental in Edmonds, Washington on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Police: $130K theft from Edmonds dentist was office manager’s latest scheme

Detectives believe Kimberly Klaudt used her role to siphon funds. She’d been accused before, by three other dental offices.

Green City Dental in Edmonds, Washington on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
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Jim Haley, journalist and ‘soul’ of Everett Herald newsroom, dies at 81

In his “inexplicable 42 years in journalism,” Haley became a walking legend among sources and coworkers alike at The Daily Herald.

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Senator Marko Liias speaks at the ground breaking of the Swift Orange Line on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Traffic deaths are down in Finland. Edmonds senator is going to find out how

Sen. Marko Liias, D-Edmonds, will be part of the contingent making the trip in December.

Senator Marko Liias speaks at the ground breaking of the Swift Orange Line on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Vincent J. Cavaleri, left, and Tannis Golebiewski

Winners emerge in council races: 27-year incumbent unseated in Lynnwood

Snohomish’s ex-mayor, John Kartak, lost a bid to return to city government. Vincent Cavaleri held a narrow lead for Mill Creek City Council.

Vincent J. Cavaleri, left, and Tannis Golebiewski
Mike Nelson, left, and Mike Rosen

Rosen unseats incumbent Nelson in race for Edmonds mayor

Early returns favored Mike Rosen over Mike Nelson. Meanwhile in Arlington, Mayor Barb Tolbert trailed challenger Don Vanney.

Mike Nelson, left, and Mike Rosen
Top from left: Roger Pence, Christine Eck and Mackey Guenther. Bottom from left: Michelle Dotsch, Susan Paine and Kevin Fagerstrom.

Housing, zoning, policing are top topics in Edmonds City Council races

At least two seats will be filled by fresh faces. One incumbent, Susan Paine, faces a challenger, Kevin Fagerstrom.

Top from left: Roger Pence, Christine Eck and Mackey Guenther. Bottom from left: Michelle Dotsch, Susan Paine and Kevin Fagerstrom.
A Washington State Ferry is seen approaching Edmonds from beyond a telescope at Brackett’s Landing on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Edmonds-Kingston to run on 1-boat service until at least December

Washington State Ferries only has 14 vessels to operate their regular 15-boat system.

A Washington State Ferry is seen approaching Edmonds from beyond a telescope at Brackett’s Landing on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Carin Chase, left, Nicholas Logan, Nancy Katims and Nicholas Jenkins

Edmonds school board candidates focus on funding, core subjects

A projected $15 million budget deficit means finances — and looming cuts — are top of mind for candidates.

Carin Chase, left, Nicholas Logan, Nancy Katims and Nicholas Jenkins
Manager Rika Rafael, left, visual merchandiser April Votolato, center, and assistant manager and events coordinator Jaidhara Sleighter stand at the entrance of East West Books & Gifts’ new location Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, in downtown Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

‘We were meant to be here’: East West Books Gifts reopens in Edmonds

Located in Seattle before the pandemic, the new store offers books and other resources on meditation, spirituality and yoga.

Manager Rika Rafael, left, visual merchandiser April Votolato, center, and assistant manager and events coordinator Jaidhara Sleighter stand at the entrance of East West Books & Gifts’ new location Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, in downtown Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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Grant to help fund health care program at Edmonds College

  1. The $220,000 grant from Career Connect Washington aims to improve the college’s patient care technician program.

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Mike Nelson, left, and Mike Rosen

Nelson, Rosen running neck-and-neck for Edmonds mayor

The incumbent, Mike Nelson, says his opponent Mike Rosen lacks experience. Rosen believes his opponent’s tenure has led to “lost trust.”

Mike Nelson, left, and Mike Rosen
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State gets $1 million grant to boost small-business exports

Washington’s Department of Commerce will use the federal grant to help small companies increase their export business.

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Two Washington State ferries pass along the route between Mukilteo and Clinton as scuba divers swim near the shore Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Mukilteo, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Edmonds-Kingston ferry route at half-capacity ‘until further notice’

Expect delays going to and from Edmonds as a ferry on the route had to be moved to the Seattle-Bremerton route.

Two Washington State ferries pass along the route between Mukilteo and Clinton as scuba divers swim near the shore Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Mukilteo, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Surveillance footage shows sheriff’s deputy Matt Lease tackling Sharron Wilson to the ground at the bus stop in Edmonds on March 21, 2020.

County to pay $75K for tackle, arrest of Black nursing assistant

Sharon Wilson was trying to catch a bus in March 2020 in Edmonds. The way a deputy arrested her caused a public uproar.

Surveillance footage shows sheriff’s deputy Matt Lease tackling Sharron Wilson to the ground at the bus stop in Edmonds on March 21, 2020.
Wilker Leite lines up a shot Wednesday afternoon at the Golden Fleece pool hall in Everett on July 31, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Make the best of the Big Dark at these 4 spirit-lifting SnoCo haunts

From karaoke and Korean eats to billiards and “the best pizza in town,” these spots provide refuge for the lonely and hungry alike.

Wilker Leite lines up a shot Wednesday afternoon at the Golden Fleece pool hall in Everett on July 31, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Edmonds Mayor Mike Nelson speaks during a press briefing held in response to two violent incidents that happened during the past week on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

After marathon meeting, Edmonds council raises property taxes 1%

A proposed declaration of a fiscal “emergency” sparked debate between the Edmonds mayor and the City Council.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Nelson speaks during a press briefing held in response to two violent incidents that happened during the past week on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Children play on the playground at Mathay-Ballinger Park in Edmonds, Washington. (Photo provided by The City of Edmonds)

Edmonds could buy acre to expand park, build Interurban trailhead

Edmonds is considering buying a plot near Mathay Ballinger Park for $925,000.

Children play on the playground at Mathay-Ballinger Park in Edmonds, Washington. (Photo provided by The City of Edmonds)
A birder watches waterfowl with a pair of binoculars at the Edmonds Marsh on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Advocates of Edmonds Marsh want salmon back, but they disagree on how

Property next to the marsh could be up for sale in 2024. Some believe only state ownership would ensure salmon recovery there.

A birder watches waterfowl with a pair of binoculars at the Edmonds Marsh on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
The Days Inn on Everett Mall Way, which Snohomish County is set to purchase and convert into emergency housing, is seen Monday, Aug. 8, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Amid Lynnwood nonprofit’s tumult, Hand Up Project leader charged with theft

After founder Robert Smiley was ousted amid fraud allegations, Sonny Behrends served as chief administrator of the Hand Up Project.

The Days Inn on Everett Mall Way, which Snohomish County is set to purchase and convert into emergency housing, is seen Monday, Aug. 8, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)