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A walk down Edmonds’ (culinary) memory lane

Talking with some friends about the Bowl in Edmonds, we were remarking on the sheer number of restaurants and markets, haunts and diners, bars and watering holes, and even wineries and distilleries. …

How scammers weaponize AI to exploit older residents

The digital world offers seniors connection and convenience, but it has also opened a new way to target the senior community: Age-old cons are being supercharged by cutting-edge technology. As …

Saving local news, strengthening democracy

Washington’s local news industry is in crisis, and our democracy is suffering because of it. Last year, Washington State University published the most comprehensive picture to date …

On Monday (2/23/26), I watched the City work session, which included discussion of Lot 5, the City-owned property near Edgewater Beach. It's clear the mayor and most councilmembers have decided to …

Trippin’ locally before Super Bowl LXI

Wow, what a super time to be living here. We are the champions of the world! While I want to continue basking in the 12s’ warm glow of glory, it's not too early to consider day trips or longer …

Tools to help you find the perfect place to retire

Dear Savvy Senior, What resources can you recommend for researching good places to retire in the U.S.? My husband and I are interested in relocating to a warmer climate when we retire next year. …

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The purpose and power of Ramadan

As the crescent moon was sighted last week, Ramadan began for Muslims in Mukilteo and around the world. This year, I would like to share the purpose and power of Ramadan and highlight some special …

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In regards to “Locals first at dive park site”:  I’m sorry that you feel that this is a “zero-sum” game.  I’m sorry that you feel that this has to be one OR the other and …

City’s Old Town actions subpar

This time of year, I’m usually looking ahead to the busy season at Mukilteo’s waterfront and what we can expect. But first, “Happy 15th Birthday” to the “new” Rosehill Community Center. …

Do I need to file a tax return this year?

#Italics# @BOLD@ HED: Do I need to file a tax return this year? #Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? I didn’t file a tax …

Being a parent is not a spectator sport!

Parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. For the first 18 years of a child’s life, the student is in formal school only 10% of the time. This shows the importance of parents …

City’s Old Town actions subpar

Reality Check HED: City’s Old Town actions subpar By Kevin Stoltz This time of year, I’m usually looking ahead to the busy season at Mukilteo’s waterfront and what we can expect. …

Locals first at dive park site

To the Editor: Regarding the “Leave room for others at Scuba Park area” letter to the editor from Janice Moorhead published in the Jan. 15, 2026 edition of the Mukilteo Beacon. I agree …

Irish Luck

His name was Fleming, and he was a poor Scottish farmer. One day, while trying to make a living for his family, he heard a cry for help coming from a nearby bog. He dropped his tools and ran toward …

Spread love on Valentine’s Day

The history of Valentine’s Day is like many historical events: it may have happened, I hope it happened, and it mostly did happen. But understanding how it came to be is like assembling a …

Chasing rabbits

Rabbits have been a major point of discussion over the last several weeks. Well, perhaps just one bunny in particular. Every news story and media post leading up to the Super Bowl mentioned the …

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