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Identity of the dead man found Tuesday in Mukilteo is released
The identity of the man found dead Tuesday, Oct. 16, in Mukilteo, has been released by the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office. The office identified the 27-year-old male, found dead near the 4600 block of 88th Street SW,... — Updated 10/22/2021
Linda Chittim leaves legacy of rich, loving life
Wife, mother, grandmother, mentor, friend. Linda Chittim imbued each of those titles with care and love during a full life. That rich legacy came to a close on Monday, Oct. 4, at... — Updated 10/20/2021 Full story
The Beacon's general election guide: Q&A with the candidates
Three seats on the Mukilteo City Council are up for grabs in the Nov. 2 general election. Councilmember Louis Harris, who was appointed to Position 1, takes on Electroimpact owner... — Updated 10/20/2021
Beacon journalists win six awards at WNPA conference
Beacon Publishing took home six awards last week in the 2021 Better Newspaper Contest at the annual Washington Newspaper Publishers Association convention, which was held online.... — Updated 10/20/2021
Adopt a Stream Foundation presents Killer Whale Tales
The Adopt a Stream Foundation presents the Killer Whale Tales program at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Northwest Stream Center's Chinook room at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE,... — Updated 10/20/2021
Kamiak claims Wesco 4A championship | Boys tennis
The Kamiak boys tennis team has clinched the Wesco 4A team title. The Knights improved to 11-1 overall with a 5-2 victory over North Creek Friday, Oct. 15. Kamiak is 8-0 in the... — Updated 10/20/2021
Ferry riders should expect more delays
Beginning Saturday, Oct. 16, Washington State Ferries will temporarily operate reduced schedules on most routes to provide more predictable and reliable travel. The change comes as... — Updated 10/20/2021
State Patrol loses 127 employees due to vaccine mandate
As of the end-of-business Monday, Oct. 18, 127 Washington State Patrol employees have left their jobs due to Gov. Jay Inslee's mandate. Monday was the deadline for state employees... — Updated 10/20/2021
The Beacon's general election guide: Q&A with the mayoral candidates
Jennifer Gregerson (Mayor) What makes you the best candidate for the position you are running for in the general election? I am prepared and ready. My education from UW in city... — Updated 10/20/2021
Mariner splashes Lynnwood | Girls swimming
Mariner faced off against Lynnwood in a Wesco South girls swim dual meet Thursday, Oct. 7, at Kamiak High School.... — Updated 10/14/2021
Cities looking for ways to encourage more affordable housing | Beacon Community Spotlight
Editor's note: This is the second in a two-part series on real estate in Snohomish County, with a focus this week on the need for affordable housing. The steady rise in housing... — Updated 10/13/2021
Police Beat
Oct. 3 Suspicious 8500 blk. Mukilteo Speedway. A caller said a man was knocking on doors. Officers checked the location, but nobody was located. Malicious mischief 5100 blk. 81st... — Updated 10/13/2021
Police nab suspects in alleged catalytic converter thefts
Mukilteo Police arrested two suspects in a car prowl incident Monday, Oct. 11. Officers were dispatched to a report of a vehicle prowl that had just occurred in the 1300 block of... — Updated 10/13/2021
Kamiak football game canceled due to COVID
One of the most anticipated football games of the season has been canceled due to COVID. The Kamiak/Glacier Peak game scheduled for Friday, Oct. 8, will not be played. Kamiak coach Bryant Thomas said the game is being canceled due... — Updated 10/7/2021
ECA season: Concerts, movies, performances
The 2021-22 season at the Edmonds Center for the Arts features Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Pink Martini featuring China Forbes, AJ Croce,... — Updated 10/7/2021
Police Beat
Sept. 30 Move it 1000 blk. Hill St. A resident called about a vehicle sitting in a location for more than a week. The officer determined the owner lived nearby, and a request was made to move the vehicle. Property 11700 blk.... — Updated 10/6/2021
Mukilteo Car Show: Cool cars on a cool end of summer day
Mukilteo Memory Care joined with the Seattle Rod-Tiques for an End of Summer Car Show Wednesday, Sept. 22. Residents and car enthusiasts enjoyed checking out the wide variety of... — Updated 10/6/2021
State Public School Employees recognize Mukilteo Superintendent
Mukilteo School District Superintendent Alison Brynelson was recently presented with the Honorary Public School Employees of Washington (PSE) Member of the Year Award, the most... — Updated 10/6/2021
Showing their support for Deven
Deven Boyce rode his bicycle across the country during the Lighthouse to Liberty ride. Boyce has raised more than $7,000 so far for the child advocacy group. Donations are still... — Updated 10/6/2021
New tuition-free program now enrolling students
Edmonds College is partnering with local governments and agencies to fill a critical labor shortage and provide skills training. This fall, a new tuition-free construction trades pre-apprenticeship program will be available to... — Updated 10/6/2021
Community busts a lung for cancer research
The return of the Lungbuster 5K race drew a large and enthusiastic field of runners and walkers Sunday, Oct. 3, at Columbia Elementary School. The fourth annual race is held in hono... — Updated 10/6/2021
Co-owner of Mukilteo commercial flooring business sentenced to prison for wire fraud
A 47-year-old Everett man was sentenced Friday, Oct. 1, in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 2 years in prison for his embezzlement scheme that stole more than $1 million from a commercial flooring business he co-founded with a... — Updated 10/6/2021
Pet owners invited to enter 2nd annual Coolest Pet in Mukilteo contest
The Mukilteo Kiwanis Foundation is inviting pet owners to enter the second annual Coolest Pet in Mukilteo contest. "Our inaugural 2020 contest raised $8,000 for scholarships during... — Updated 9/29/2021
Police Beat
Sept. 15 Trespassing 3900 blk. Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW. A caller said a man was walking up and down the hall, who appeared to be on drugs. Officers contacted the man in the parking... — Updated 9/23/2021
