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EMS Levy Lid Lift

The citizens of Mukilteo will have the opportunity to vote on increasing the city's emergency medical services (EMS) levy this fall. The projected cost of providing EMS and fire services in Mukilteo …

Youth leaders wanted for advisory committee

For two years, I had the opportunity to be a member of the Mukilteo Youth Advisory Committee. Also known as MYAC, the committee consists of a select group of students chosen through an application …

The Northwest Passage

The earliest sophisticated travelers started either on the European Continent (say from Holland, Belgium or France) or, perhaps, also from more northern countries, example Denmark, Sweden, Norway and …

Weekly Editorial Cartoon

Editorial cartoon by syndicated columnist Joe Heller.

Carrik Court has taken a long time

This development was already proposed when I moved here in 2021 (Carrik Court development to add 122 homes, new commercial space in central Mukilteo," July 24). It's taking five years just to …

Thank you, Beacon

Many years ago, Rebecca Carr and Paul Archipley were so helpful, kind and patient in collaborating with me in writing about an important community event. They put their hearts and professionalism …

Restart the digital speed displays

Where have all the lighted electronic displays of each car’s speed gone? Those lighted digital displays are very helpful to remind motorists that they are going too fast so they can slow down. …

Help us expand our impact

My name is Crystal Zhang, a 17-year-old high schooler, and I'm the founder of Craftbox Community. We are a nonprofit organization that receives, repackages, and distributes old or unused art supplies …

Thank you, David Pan!

Dear Editor, Ten years is a long time to devote heart, mind, talents, and some Monday nights (three hours long City Council meetings!) to our fair city and surrounding communities. I have long …

Progress in the housing crisis; standing with indigenous neighbors

The cost of living is a major challenge facing our families. Inflation caused by tariffs and other factors is hitting our bank accounts hard. A major driver of our cost of living is the expense of …

EMS Levy Lid Lift

The citizens of Mukilteo will have the opportunity to vote on increasing the city's emergency medical services (EMS) levy this fall. The projected cost of providing EMS and fire services in Mukilteo …

A little bit of kindness can go a long way

I was in Costco the other day, sitting in their food court. Where else do you think you could find me, "Alan the Eater," besides maybe at a sampling station in the store? I was just sitting …

The importance of hydration for older as

During these warm summer days, staying hydrated is important, especially for older adults. Proper hydration is critical for maintaining bodily functions, including regulating temperature, supporting …

Weekly Editorial Cartoon

How to find a great handyman

Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman that can help with small jobs around the house? Almost 75 Dear Almost, It’s a great question. Finding a good …

Things I'd rather not know

It is said that the information revolution, partly fueled by the internet, social media, and media in general, surrounds us with information 24/7. Over the years, including before the internet …

Music heals

A few times a year I find myself crying in the car. I spend a lot of time driving around Snohomish County for my job as a rabbi, and when I am driving, I am listening to my favorite radio station …

Build your own noodle bowl at this new Highway 99 spot

Do you remember the first time you went to a salad bar? Pushing your tray along those little metal sliders, perusing those long rows of fresh veggies, toppings, and dressings made it possible to …

The Traveling Wilburys might help

The only thing I know about mental health is that it's hard to tame my own brain. I have a tendency to have too many ideas rattling around upstairs, to the point of overwhelming myself. Note …

The Peter Principle

Well I know a guy.   He and his best bud hung together ALL the time. He was his friend’s wingman. They were inseparable; they did everything together. They defended each other; you mess …

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