Committee Still Fighting to Save Meadowdale Beach Park from Housing Development

As proposed, 70 homes would be built in an environmentally sensitive, landslide hazard area with steep slopes and wetlands on Fisher Road across from 66th Ave. W., according to Citizens for Greater Norma Beach Neighborhoods.

Two Rate Increases Proposed for Washington State Ferries

If implemented, the bump would push the cost of a standard vehicle trip between Edmonds and Kingston to $13.65 in the non-peak season.

Online Voter Registration Deadline Ends Monday for August Primary

Monday, July 8, is the last day to register to vote or update voter registration information online or in person in time for the Aug. 6 primary election.

Online Voter Registration Deadline Ends Monday for August Primary

Monday, July 8, is the last day to register to vote or update voter registration information online or in person in time for the Aug. 6 primary election.

Pot Plan Approved: Outdoor Grows Allowed, Sales Restricted to Lab-Tested Products

A final set of public hearings on the implementation of I-502 will be held in early August throughout the Puget Sound area.

Budget Wrap-Up: College Tuition Frozen, Standard Pay Raises Suspended for Teachers

A $33.6-billion state budget was signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on Sunday, but the state senate adjourned without acting on a $10-billion transportation package.

Slimmed-Down Version of DUI Bill Passes Through Legislature

Repeat offenders will be required to install automatic interlock devices in their vehicles as soon as charges are filed for their second DUI.

Lawmakers Reach Budget Deal in Olympia

The agreement would allow the state to avoid a major shutdown Monday.

Reactions to DOMA From Around the Puget Sound

Patch readers, local officials and other social media voices weigh in on today's Supreme Court ruling.

State Parks, Early Learning Set to Close in Possible Government Shutdown

The state issued a report today detailing what will happen if the legislature fails to pass a budget by July 1. Would you be affected by any of the closures?

Temporary Skagit River Bridge to Open Wednesday

Check out the WSDOT time-lapse video of how the new span came together.

Edmonds City Council to Hold Mini Retreat Monday

New Finance Director Selected for City of Edmonds

Roger Neumaier, former finance director for Snohomish County, has accepted the job of finance director for the city of Edmonds.

Summer Means More Rides on Washington State Ferries

Washington State Ferries will begin operating on the summer 2013 sailing schedule on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16.

Yost Pool Opening Delayed Until Monday, June 10

A leaking hot water tank is the culprit behind the delayed opening of Yost Park Pool, Parks and Rec. officials said.

Sheriff John Lovick Sworn in as New Snohomish County Executive

Lovick replaces Aaron Reardon, who resigned last week after a series of political scandals.

Inslee Announces $15 Million I-5 Bridge Replacement Plan

Inslee's bridge plan focuses on keeping traffic moving while crews construct a permanent Skagit River Bridge near Mt. Vernon, which will be 90 percent federally funded.

Do You Feel Safe on Our Local Bridges?

The I-5 bridge that collapsed Thursday wasn't deemed unsafe by highway officials—but many in Snohomish and King counties have been flagged for repairs or replacement.

ORCA Transit Cards Now Available at QFC, Safeway Stores

Name That Edmonds Park

Edmonds’ residents, it’s time to put on your thinking caps! The City of Edmonds is asking for your input on a name for the SR104 mini park located at 131 Sunset Avenue.

State Recommends $2.1 Million Fine Against Waste Management Over Strike

State regulators say the company violated law by missing collections in unincorporated areas of King, Snohomish and Skagit counties, disproportionately allocating replacement driver to cities with separate contracts.

Edmonds Beaches Proposed for 'Fecal Matters' Monitoring

The BEACH Program is proposing water testing at Edmonds Marina Beach Park, Picnic Point County Park, and Edmonds Underwater Park this summer.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year in Edmonds

Here are some eco-friendly ways to celebrate Earth Day any day, plus community events coming up this weekend in Edmonds.

GOP State Rep and Former Edmonds Resident Quietly Gaining Attention

The Herald reports that Elizabeth Scott is gaining attention for voting based on her Tea Party oriented views. She voted against a bill to support the aerospace industry and another to allow a spouse to be charged with rape.

State Sen. Maralyn Chase Coming to Edmonds, Shoreline This Weekend

The 32nd District Democrat will answer questions at the Edmonds Senior Center on April 13 and the Shoreline City Council Chambers on April 14.

Kristiana Johnson to Run for Second Term on Edmonds City Council

The Edmonds native and former Planning Commission member was appointed to her Position 1 seat last year to fill the term vacated by Michael Plunkett.

Dismayed Port of Edmonds Withdraws Harbor Square Redevelopment Plan

The Port of Edmonds has withdrawn its application to the city for a major mixed retail residential development downtown near the marina after the City Council moves to craft its own plan.

Ron Wambolt Announces Edmonds Council Election Campaign

Wambolt said it a new release that he's excited to seek election to the position he previously held from 2006-2010.

KC Metro Identifies 151 Bus Routes for Elimination, Service Reduction

The transit agency says an ongoing funding gap could cause it to cut 65 routes and reduce 86 more. Three routes that serve Shoreline and Lake Forest Park could be eliminated and seven could be reduced.

Suzan DelBene Takes Fair Internet Tax Legislation on Tour

The congresswoman talked to business owners in Kirkland on Thursday about legislation she says would level the playing field for businesses selling on the Internet

Randy Hayden Announces Bid for Edmonds City Council

The Edmonds businessman said he would focus on tourism expansion and attracting high-tech jobs if elected.

New Sewage Plant Near Edmonds Beset With Delays, Should Be Ready Soon

The Herald reports that the Alderwood Water & Wastewater District's $93.4 million plant is two years behind schedule, over budget and has a leaky roof, but is expected to be complete in a few months.

Mudslide Blues: Another One Blocks Sounder Service

Sounder train service between Everett and Seattle has been halted until at least Monday by yet another mudslide in the stretch from Edmonds to Mukilteo.

Adrienne Fraley-Monillas to Seek Re-Election to Edmonds City Council

Fraley-Monillas said in a press release that she enjoys bringing a diverse perspective to the council.

Washington State Ferries Ramping Up for Spring

The Edmonds/Kingston run will see changes in weekend sailings beginning Sunday, March 24.

Mayor's State of the City Address Set for Wednesday

The public is invited to the event on Wednesday, March 13 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Wade James Theatre

Former Edmonds Mayor, Congresswoman DelBene Talk Sequestration Cuts

Former Edmonds Mayor Mike Cooper broadcast a podcast about sequestration. Congresswoman Suzan DelBene: Sequestration will cost us 750,000 jobs nationwide, affecting nearly 30,000 jobs in Washington state alone.

How Could Sequestration Affect Edmonds?

Washington state is set to lose more than $11 million in education funding and $173.4 million in pay for furloughed military employees, according to the White House.

Adopt a Flower Basket in Edmonds

This is the second year Edmonds is offering the sponsorship program to support its Flower Program.

Karen Dingmon Appointed new Snohomish County Fire District 1 Commissioner

Commissioners selected Dingmon from a field of 11 candidates to fill a vacancy created at the end of 2012 when Millie Judge resigned.