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Bremerton Police arrested Michael A. Scaletta-Teates, 49, for impersonating an Edmonds detective while armed and in possession of police equipment. He approached an active police scene in an unmarked vehicle with blue lights and claimed to be an off-duty officer. Scaletta-Teates, a convicted felon, faces charges of first-degree criminal impersonation and unlawful possession of a firearm.
A Mountlake Terrace man, 31, faces drug charges after Edmonds police arrested him for suspected drug dealing. Authorities seized nearly 5 ounces of pressed fentanyl, over $800 in cash, and drug paraphernalia during the operation. The suspect is now in custody at Snohomish County Jail.
Washington could face a 16% increase in grocery prices due to President Trump's proposed tariffs, according to a state report. The analysis warns that nearly 32,000 jobs may be at risk, and the state's economy could see a decline in growth and revenue.
Edmonds College's Triton Student Resource Hub experienced a significant increase in visits, with 2,200 students utilizing the food pantry during winter quarter 2025, up from 1,470 the previous year. The Hub approved $67,000 in emergency funding, primarily for housing expenses, as rising living costs continue to challenge students.
Edmonds now features a mobile sauna at North Brackett’s Landing, offering customers a unique sauna and cold plunge experience. Owner Matt Pirie promotes the sauna's health benefits, charging $40 for a 45-minute session. The sauna is available Thursdays through Sundays, with introductory discounts planned for September 12-14.
My Neighborhood News Network and the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County will host a screening of the documentary "Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink" on October 25 at the Edmonds Theater. The film highlights the impact of hedge fund ownership on local journalism, showcasing the closure of 2,000 newspapers in the last two decades. A panel discussion featuring prominent local journalists will follow the screening.
The Snohomish Conservation District and Verdant Health Commission installed vegetable garden beds at the Edmonds Boys & Girls Club to promote edible gardening among local youth. The project aims to enhance access to fresh produce and nutrition education for South Snohomish County families.
The Edmonds School District will enhance enforcement of its device policy for the 2025-26 school year to reduce distractions in classrooms. The updated policy allows device use only before school, during lunch, and after school, with stricter rules for younger students. Violations may result in confiscation, requiring parents to retrieve the devices.
The Edmonds Civic Roundtable invites the public to explore the Port of Edmonds on September 11 at 6:30 p.m. Attendees will hear from Port Commissioner Selena Killin and new executive director Brandon Baker, followed by a tour of the Port's new headquarters.
Snohomish County Elections received the 2025 Professional Practices Independence Award for its Elections Explained initiative, which enhanced voter accessibility and education. The initiative partnered with local organizations to engage voters and delivered over 11 million impressions through a multi-platform marketing campaign.