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An E. coli strain that sent a child to the hospital in Snohomish County was matched with cases in four other counties, leading to an investigation by the state Department of... — Updated 5/12/2021

An adult male died at a local hospital Tuesday after he was shot near Silver Lake in Everett while walking his dog. The shooting occurred Tuesday at about 3:30 p.m. from the 11300... — Updated 5/12/2021

Editor's Note: Pfizer is approved for kids ages 12 to 15 and an updated article is in-process. Check back for new developments on vaccines, and write a letter to the editor about... — Updated 5/12/2021

Nearly 100 cars were turned away from a recycling event because it was simply too popular. "We filled 240-foot container trucks full of electronics, thousands of pounds of electroni... — Updated 5/12/2021

The Snohomish County Future Workforce Alliance is seeking engagement from the public. A copy of the Local Area Plan for review can be found on the Future Workforce Alliance... — Updated 5/12/2021

Editor's Note: FDA approval is anticipated next week and the county is poised to begin vaccination of the 12 to 15 age-range. Check back for updates. Snohomish County Health... — Updated 5/11/2021

Some people in the Mill Creek area may be choosing to avoid testing for COVID-19, to avoid quarantine. "Unfortunately, the health district is hearing reports of parents or friends... — Updated 5/11/2021

The vaccination effort in Snohomish County and the state is going well, with estimates suggesting the goal for health officials could be reached by mid-August. Appointments are goin... — Updated 5/10/2021 Full story

More than half of Snohomish County residents have received a vaccine and nearly 40% are fully vaccinated as of May 7; and the momentum to end the pandemic is tied to a goal:... — Updated 5/9/2021

The Snohomish County Parks, Recreation & Tourism Division announced today that McCollum Pioneer Park pool will remain closed for the 2021 season (June to September) due to... — Updated 5/8/2021

How do you feel about your city council raising your local taxes 30%? And your school board eliminating half the high schools' intramural sports programs? What do you have to say... — Updated 5/7/2021 Full story

Edmonds Mayor Nelson on April 29 laid out a series of steps to tackle what he said are repeated "acts of hate" in the city. The steps were prompted shortly after the City and... — Updated 5/7/2021 Full story

Mass vaccination sites in Snohomish County are now taking onsite registration in an effort to remove an obstacle. The Ash Way mass vaccination site that offers Pfizer took onsite... — Updated 5/7/2021

City Councilmember and Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal has announced plans to run for Mill Creek City Council. Vignal is currently the only woman on the Mill Creek City Council. She... — Updated 5/7/2021

A partnership between public and private agencies has removed an obstacle to getting a vaccine by providing free transportation. A ride can be scheduled by calling the agency's... — Updated 5/7/2021

The Mill Creek Women's Club closes out the 2020-2021 season with the election of new officers along with a favorite local author. While the MCWC takes a break for the summer, we are... — Updated 5/7/2021

The Mill Creek Police handled multiple calls between April 16 and April 22 including 31 hang-up calls to 911, 33 for suspicious circumstances, 29 follow-up calls, 24 security... — Updated 5/7/2021

The Mill Creek City Council meeting was “Zoom-bombed” May 4 with a group of remote attendees making comments intended to offend, before they were locked out and the police chief... — Updated 5/7/2021

Beacon Publishing is pleased to welcome Tina Novak back to the Beacon family. Returning to her position as The Beacon's account executive, Tina brings a wealth of marketing know-how... — Updated 5/7/2021 Full story

Crosswalk planned The City of Mill Creek has spent $20,000 on design of a crosswalk planned near Jackson High School. The end goal is to create a crosswalk near the school with a $1... — Updated 5/7/2021

New rules are adding space at events for vaccinated sections. Gov. Jay Inslee approved an update to guidance documents May 3, changing the protocols for spectator events and... — Updated 5/7/2021

The popular farmers market season kicked off in Edmonds Saturday, May 1, with Edmonds Historical Museum's Garden Market. There were plenty of items for the garden and the home. And... — Updated 5/6/2021

The message is clear: Don't get a COVID test from anyone offering them on the streets of Edmonds. Better yet, just get a COVID vaccine shot in your arm, which is as easy as making... — Updated 5/6/2021 Full story

The perk to the pandemic was time. Graduating Jackson High School senior and Youth Advisory Officer Esther Park had more time for new activities, and gained an appreciation for... — Updated 5/6/2021 Full story

A 61-year-old Snohomish man was arrested and booked into the Snohomish County Jail for six counts of indecent liberties, under suspicion of "inappropriate contact" during... — Updated 5/5/2021