Jenny Piper makes it her business to be prepared. Piper, who founded West Coast Prepared, was one of the exhibitors at the recent South County Fire-sponsored Emergency Preparedness Expo in…
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New grant will fund Narcan kits
For the second time this year, South County Fire and Verdant Health Commission are partnering to prevent opioid-related deaths by providing 200 free Narcan kits in southwest Snohomish County, according…
Staying safe at the Emergency Preparedness Expo
People of all ages attended an Emergency Preparedness Expo Saturday in Lynnwood. The free event at Northwest Church included information from emergency professionals, plus activities for all ages to learn…
Sponsor spotlight: Home safety checklist for the holiday season
The holiday season is a special time for family gatherings and festive celebrations, but it’s also an important time for homeowners to keep some basic safety precautions top of mind….
Drivers will see a lower speed limit on Hwy 99 through Edmonds soon
Expect to see a lower speed limit on Highway 99 through the City of Edmonds the week of Nov. 13. The Washington State Department of Transportation and the city have…
Mountlake Terrace Police Blotter: Oct. 25-31, 2023
Oct. 25 6300 block of Saint Albion Way: A domestic disturbance was reported. The resident was assaulted and threatened with a knife during an altercation with her boyfriend. He was…
MLT police sponsoring women’s self-defense class Dec. 11
The Mountlake Terrace Police Department will offer a free women’s self-defense class in December. “The curriculum is intended for those with little to no knowledge of basic self-defense,” Commander Mike…
Funding will expand South County Fire’s community paramedic program
South County Fire will use nearly $1 million in outside funding to expand community paramedic services that help reduce 911 calls and emergency room visits, according to a news release….
Change your clocks and check your smoke alarms this weekend
The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages you to check your smoke alarms when turning back your clocks, as daylight saving time for 2023 will end locally at 2 a.m….
Conservationists fail in push to tighten WA wolf killing rules
Washington fish and wildlife officials have declined a request from conservation groups to tighten restrictions around when wolves that attack livestock can be killed. A petition the groups filed in…
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PUD’s outage map to have improved capabilities this storm season
In anticipation of storm season, Snohomish County PUD has made significant upgrades to its outage map to ensure customers have the most up-to-date information on outages and restoration efforts during…
Simple steps for a safe (but still spooky) Halloween
Kids of all ages look forward to Halloween. The Washington State Department of Health encourages everyone to enjoy the holiday safely by following these steps. • Scare away viruses. Help…
Washington clears backlog of over 10,000 sexual assault testing kits
Over 10,000 backlogged sexual assault kits in Washington have been sent for testing, Attorney General Bob Ferguson said. Ferguson’s announcement on Thursday comes eight years after Rep. Tina Orwall,…
‘Home for the Holidays’ traffic safety campaign begins
The Washington State Patrol (WSP), in partnership with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and law enforcement agencies across the state, are beginning the “Home for the Holidays” traffic safety…
Update: Missing teen found
Lynnwood police said Friday that a 15-year-old girl reported missing from Lynnwood earlier this week has been located safe and has returned home.
Mountlake Terrace Police Blotter: Oct. 18-24, 2023
Oct. 18 6100 block of 236th Street Southwest: A person in crisis was reported. The subject was transported to the hospital for assistance. 21400 block of 48th Avenue West: A…
Make safety a priority on Halloween
Halloween is coming up quickly, and a lot of kids will be dressed up in costumes and participating in trick-or-treating. The State Fire Marshals’ Office offers the following safety tips…
South County Fire open house on Nov. 9
South County Fire is hosting a Neighborhood Night Open House from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, at Esperance Fire Station 20, 23009 88th Avenue West, Edmonds, according to a news…
State Fire Marshal’s Office: Clearing vegetation reduces fire risk
Dead vegetation around homes increases the potential for fires. Washington residents can make their own property, their neighborhood, and community much safer from fires by clearing vegetation away from your…
Proposal for new jail oversight agency headed to WA lawmakers
Washington should establish an independent agency to craft and enforce standards for the operation of local jails under a proposal a statewide task force is sending to lawmakers. This new…
Mountlake Terrace Police Blotter: Oct. 11-17, 2023
Oct. 11 7000 block of 220th Street Southwest: A vehicle theft was reported at a business. 24300 block of 58th Place West: A vehicle theft was reported at a residence….
Mountlake Terrace police investigating drive-by shooting
Mountlake Terrace police said Wednesday that detectives are investigating a drive-by shooting that occurred around 1 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at the intersection of 220th Street Southwest and northbound I-5….
South County Fire to host Emergency Preparedness Expo on Nov. 4
Fires, floods, windstorms and earthquakes are all risks we face in the Pacific Northwest. South County Fire invites you to learn how to prepare and care for your family in…
Mountlake Terrace Police Blotter: Oct. 4-10, 2023
Oct. 4 22200 block of 68th Place West: A domestic assault was reported. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail. 7100 block of 220th Street Southwest: An argument over…
Washington faces steep path closing mental health bed gap for jailed defendants
Defendants with psychiatric conditions often sit in Washington’s jails for weeks and sometimes months, waiting for mental health services before they can stand trial. That’s despite a 2015 federal court…