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Sponsored: Project Girl supports and empowers 300 young women every year with free counseling, mentorship and more

My Neighborhood News Network has partnered with the Verdant Health Commission to profile the work of local nonprofits that advance the health of our whole community.  Kennedy, a 15-year-old Black...

Youth invited to enter ‘Design Together, Discover Together’ art contest in October

Grab your markers, paints, crayons or tablet — whatever is your jam — and let your imagination roll. Community Transit has launched the “Design Together, Discover Together” youth art...

Costumes With a Cop Halloween giveaway in Lynnwood Sept. 27

The Lynnwood Police Department, in partnership with the Family Peace Association, is hosting an event providing halloween costumes for children in the community. Date: Saturday, Sept. 27 Time: 10...

Former sheriff and wife launch new nonprofit to empower struggling youth in Snohomish County

Former Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney and his wife, Jill, have announced the creation of the Lead The Way Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing leadership, encouragement and direction...

Affordable children’s clothing sale at Lynnwood Event Center Sept. 11-13

Just Between Friends is holding pop-up discounted children's clothing sale at the Lynnwood Event Center, offering clothing, shoes, toys, strollers and more at 50% to 90% less than retail...

All abilities, one track: Another Lynnwood Rotary Club derby race in the books

Kids of all abilities zoomed down the track at Lynnwood Rotary Club’s eighth annual Challenge Series Derby Car Race Saturday for a day full of fun and inclusion for...

Eagle Scout builds playground for dogs at Lynnwood’s PAWS shelter

A Lynnwood Eagle Scout has turned a service project into a source of daily joy for shelter dogs awaiting adoption. Rudransh Bhattacharya, a ninth grader at H.M. Jackson High School...

Teen environmentalists envision a sustainable future during annual summit

Fifty local high school students gathered last week at the Edmonds Waterfront Center to discuss environmental issues and propose solutions.  During the opening program for the third annual Edmonds Youth...

20 students to compete in finals audition for 2025 Lynnwood Idol June 1

  Twenty K-12 students from the Edmonds School District will compete during the final auditions of Lynnwood Idol on Sunday, June 1, at Edmonds College’s Mukilteo Hall. Grades K-5 finalists...

Inside the Washington juvenile prison opening next month

For the past few weeks, Kendrick Rochelle has been going to Washington’s overcrowded youth prison in Chehalis to build relationships with the young men held there. Rochelle is trying to...

Rehearsals start in September for Northwest Girlchoir 

Students in grades 1-12 are invited to join one of Northwest Girlchoir's choirs for an open rehearsal during visiting days Monday, June 9- Wednesday, June 11. The group welcomes all...

Local leaders call on city officials to address youth and gang violence in Lynnwood

The Lynnwood City Council met Wednesday to discuss youth violence and gang violence in the city, hearing from police and community leaders dedicated to supporting youth through hardship.  Jose “Neaners”...

South District Court’s Law Day helps fifth graders understand and appreciate justice system

The Snohomish County District Court South Division welcomed over 700 fifth graders from the Edmonds School District into its courtrooms Thursday for the court’s 36th annual Law Day event. The...

Lynnwood council to hold special meeting on youth and gang violence May 21 

Multiple teenagers in Lynnwood have tragically lost their lives as a result of gun violence within the last few years alone. In the past, Lynnwood police have said some...

Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation awards scholarships to 13 emerging student artists

The Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation (EAFF) on Wednesday awarded 13 scholarships to local students pursuing careers in the visual arts. The awards were made during the EAFF annual Scholarship...

No fixes on horizon for crowding crisis in WA’s youth prisons

Problems with overcrowding have enveloped the Green Hill School juvenile detention center in Chehalis for nearly two years, leading to unsafe conditions for the minors incarcerated there and the...

High school sports roundup: May 10, 2025

Baseball Edmonds-Woodway defeated Monroe 5-2 Lukas Wanke pitched six strong innings and Toshi Gilginas drove in three runs as the Edmonds-Woodway Warriors advanced to the 3A District 1 tournament semifinals with...

Edmonds Youth Environmental Summit to host third annual event at waterfront center May 30

High school students concerned about the environment and climate stability are invited to attend the third annual Edmonds Youth Environmental Summit, Friday, May 30 at the Edmonds Waterfront Center,...

House of Wisdom students and tutors of the month for April 2025

The My Neighborhood News Network has launched a partnership with the House of Wisdom, a Lynnwood-based nonprofit supporting immigrant students. Monthly, we will be featuring students and tutors in...

House of Wisdom students and tutors of the month for March 2025

The My Neighborhood News Network has launched a partnership with the House of Wisdom, a Lynnwood-based nonprofit supporting immigrant students. Monthly, we will be featuring students and tutors in...