Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Leighton Serrano. I am 13 years old and I am fairly new to Mukilteo, but have quickly fallen in love with the beauty of this city. I became passionate about …

As I was wandering around, something I find myself doing more and more simply to appreciate the day, quite a few things caught my attention. Do you ever wonder why some animals get out of the way …

One of the cornerstones of the Scottish 18th-century Edinburgh Enlightenment era has to be the internationally proclaimed and now literary classic, “The Wealth of Nations,” often a must-read for …

I was disheartened to hear of Mayor Joe Marine's plans to oust the Mukilteo Historical Society from Quarters A building on the Light Station property. Apparently, the mayor wants to use it as an …

In one of the finest examples of political shenanigans that I have witnessed in nearly 40 years in Mukilteo (through five mayors), the mayor and the Chamber of Commerce want to move the Chamber's …

After listening to a recent City Council meeting, I am writing this letter to express my opposition to Mayor Joe Marine's proposed removal of the Mukilteo Historical Society from the Lighthouse …

Each religion and culture has a unique story, but our particular rituals and traditions share much in common too. My name is Rabbi Rachel Kort and it is my privilege to be the spiritual leader of …

Located at the Mukilteo Light Station, the non-profit Mukilteo Historical Society is a proud steward of our town’s rich maritime history. For thousands of years our area was a favorite camping …

As he was growing up, he played baseball, football, fished, and enjoyed Frisbee. He skateboarded, rode a bike, and scuba dived. During that period, his call to fame was that he gamed with Xbox and …

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the new rules on required minimum distributions from IRAs and 401(k)s? I will turn 72 this year and want to be clear on what I’m required to do. – Planning …

A couple of weeks ago, I learned of Mayor Joe Marine's proposal for swapping the use and occupants of the Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Center Building with that of Keeper's Quarters (Quarters A) at …

I would like to thank the City for finally installing the pair of Rapid Flashing Beacons (RFB) at the intersection of Fifth and Lincoln. The countless near-misses at this intersection, has been a …

Desensitization: noun. The process of reducing or eliminating sensitivity; the act or process of desensitizing, of dulling or reducing sensation. I have always said I want to maintain a bit of …

My mother's parents lost their farm in the southeast corner of Montana, near Ridge, in 1924. They packed up everything they could, like "The Beverly Hillbillies," and left everything they couldn't …

Ramadan, the month of fasting, begins at sunset today for Muslims in Mukilteo and around the world. Its concept and meaning can have benefits for everyone seeking a positive impact on their physical, …

Whenever I find myself becoming too involved in all the trivia of day-to-day living, I find myself ”Up on the Roof.” Look at the first stanza’s words: … When this old world starts …

Last month, I shared with you the budget challenges Mukilteo and other school districts around the state are experiencing. The district must cut $20 to $25 million from the budget for the next school …