This week, I’m reflecting on what Newton Minow called a “vast wasteland.” Who was Newton Minow? No, he was not a type of fish. He is a former chairman of the Federal …

As the day turns to night, and when the bugler’s taps take over the garrison’s stillness, it can bring tears and sadness. Who among us doesn’t recognize the haunting call? As …

While we were happy to see the new cameras up by the schools, we were very disappointed not to see one at Fifth Street and Mukilteo Speedway. If you drive here at all you have to know what is …

Regarding the speed cameras that were approved to be installed, the Beacon story (Head’s up: Automated traffic cameras are here, tinyurl.com/3u9ttudb ) doesn’t say when or why the fourth …

It was those left-leaning radical colonists who led us to the First Amendment of our Constitution. It emphatically tells Congress “that they shall make no laws abridging the freedom … …

OK, I admit that I lost my sanity and actually ran the Boston Marathon when I was in my 30s. The Boston Marathon is one of the oldest marathons in the world. This year was the 129th running of the …

Dear Savvy Senior, What all does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I currently have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire. – Almost 65 …

I am delighted that Mayor Joe Marine is running for reelection, and I encourage my fellow Mukilteans to support him. He has been an outstanding mayor with vision for our city. He is highly …

Many of us own older cars. In fact, the average age of cars owned by people in the U.S. is just about 13 years old. This is a new record. It reminds me of an old New England adage. It has to do with …

I walk 92nd Street Park every day with my family and I agree with this assessment by Richard Gaeth (Letter to the Editor: Resident has safety concerns about 92nd Street Park, tinyurl.com/mrxy7d5c ) …

This month’s breed spotlight is the mighty, mighty dachshund. These little balls of adorable are so much more than their good looks. Dachshunds, which are considered a terrier/hound mix, …

Mary Lou Morrow spoke her mind. The late school teacher had an opinion about pretty much everything that was on the City Council agenda. And she didn’t hesitate to share it. In fact, …

Snohomish County has joined a lawsuit to protect critical services for some of the most vulnerable members of our community. A coalition of eight jurisdictions, including the three largest …

Wow! Tonight, my husband and I attended the Kamiak musical performance of “Something Rotten!” at Mountlake Terrace High School. This play was as good as any production at the Fifth …

I am wondering how many people in Mukilteo are frustrated with the daily panhandling at the Mukilteo QFC vehicle exits. I have been in line waiting for the traffic light to change when a panhandler …

The Legislature concluded the 2025 legislative session and passed their final budgets. Despite being faced with a $12 billion shortfall, legislators not only maintained maintenance-level funding in …

A big shout out to the Mukilteo firefighters for putting on the annual Egg Hunt event. This was the first time my family attended, and we had such a great time. It was a well-thought out and …