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Gallery North showcases its June Featured Show, "Northwest Summer," highlighting local artists from Seattle Co-Arts. The exhibition runs from June 1-30, celebrating the vibrant creativity and unique artistic expressions of the region.
Edmonds City Council will meet Tuesday to discuss neighborhood centers, middle housing, and a proposed budget reduction of $6 million. The council will also hold a public hearing on the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and consider extending an interim ordinance for neighborhood planning.
The Edmonds Food Bank will partner with Lift Every Voice Legacy and the Edmonds Waterfront Center for the Juneteenth at the Beach event on June 19, 2025. The celebration includes live performances, a film screening, and a food drive to support the food bank. Community members are encouraged to donate essential food items to aid local efforts against food insecurity.
Gene Nicholson, a beloved garbage truck driver in Edmonds, celebrates 48 years at Sound Disposal. Despite physical challenges from his job, he remains dedicated to serving the community and cherishing the connections he has formed over the years. Nicholson plans to continue working, with no retirement in sight.
A car enthusiast named Dino discusses a classic Firebird with a passerby near the waterfront in Edmonds. He highlights the car's features, including its powerful six-cylinder engine and meticulous restoration, while sharing his passion for classic automobiles. Dino, a retired meat cutter, also mentions working on a Cobra previously owned by Linda Carter.
My Edmonds News published an article on May 30, 2025, detailing a partnership between the My Neighborhood News Network and Se Habla Media to provide Spanish-language videos and podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility and engagement for diverse communities in the region.
Washington Catholic bishops filed a lawsuit challenging a new law mandating clergy to report child abuse disclosed in confession. They argue the law infringes on their First Amendment rights and violates religious practices, putting priests in a position of conflicting obligations. They seek to block the law and prevent criminal prosecution for non-disclosure during confession.
Hundreds attended the 21st annual Puget Sound Bird Fest at Edmonds’ Frances Anderson Center, engaging in various bird-related activities. The festival features expert lectures, guided walks, and a showcase of local conservation organizations. The event continues with nature walks and a plant sale on Sunday.
The Edmonds School District hosted its annual Health and Wellness Expo at Edmonds District Stadium on May 31, 2025. The event featured activities and resources focused on promoting physical and mental health for families. Attendees enjoyed a variety of interactive sessions and received snacks from local vendors.
The Edmonds School Board celebrated Mountlake Terrace and Lynnwood students for their achievements in journalism and robotics on May 27. Mountlake Terrace High School's journalism team has won the First Amendment Press Freedom Award 15 times, while Royal Robotics and Chill Out Robotics teams excelled at the 2025 FIRST National Championship in Houston, Texas.