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MLT Council approves Flock camera system 5-2

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Rick Sinnett

The Mountlake Terrace City Council voted 5-2 Thursday to approve installation of the Flock Safety license plate recognition camera system in the city. Thursday’s meeting was extended to 11 p.m. after 14 people signed up to speak for or against the camera system. The comment time for each speaker was reduced from 5 minutes to 3 minutes due to the high number of sign-ups. The ultimate question this meeting seemed to be: Who do you fear more, criminals or the federal government?
Suspect in custody after two employees stabbed at MLT Shell station Friday

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Rick Sinnett

Two employees at the Shell gas station at 6602 220th St. S.W. in Mountlake Terrace were stabbed while confronting a shoplifter at about 2 p.m. Friday, police said. During the confrontation, the suspect allegedly stabbed the two employees, who were transported to Swedish Edmonds Hospital for what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries. Mountlake Terrace Police Cmdr.
State proposes restrictions on toxic 'forever chemicals' in common consumer products

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

The Washington Department of Ecology is proposing a rule to restrict the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – better known as PFAS – in common consumer products including clothing, cleaning products and car wash soap. The rule would also require manufacturers to report if they use PFAS in nine other product categories. PFAS are a group of toxic chemicals that resist water, stains, and heat.
City of Mountlake Terrace seeks professional services for brand development

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Rick Sinnett

The City of Mountlake Terrace has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for professional consultant support to help develop a city-wide brand identity. The position will also create the strategy for placemaking and wayfinding implementation, and apply the brand identity to an economic development marketing strategy, the city said in a news release.
Indian food restaurateurs face felony charges for not paying employees in Kirkland and Lynnwood

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

The former owner and manager of the Royal India Cuisine restaurants in Lynnwood and Kirkland face multiple felony theft charges for failing to pay employees nearly $45,000 from 2021 to 2023. Mohammad Rashid Bhatti, 74, and Aeisha Bhatti, 47, pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges at their arraignment on June 4. Mohammad Bhatti was the owner and Aeisha Bhatti was the manager of the two locations.
Jack Stockman: His life was filled with joy and adventure

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

Jack E. StockmanJack Stockman went Home to be with his Heavenly Father on May 28th, 2025. He passed peacefully in his sleep at the age of 97. His life was filled with joy and adventure, as well as hardship, which he endured by the grace of God. He leaves behind his wife Harriet, as well as many family members and friends who counted him dear to their hearts. He was a very talented musician, artist, author, and world traveler. His loving-kindness touched all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.
Eviction filings in Washington skyrocket

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

Every four months, Philippe Knab, the reentry and eviction defense program director for Washington’s Office of Civil Legal Aid, compiles a report on eviction trends across the state. Since 2021, each review has painted a worse picture than before – especially the most recent one. “The number of people being displaced right now is at a historic high in Washington state,” said Knab. “January 2025 was the single highest month we’ve ever seen seasonally.
Sponsor spotlight: Art, ice cream and robots? I'm going to the Edmonds Arts Festival!

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

Hi everyone!You might’ve heard that the Edmonds Arts Festival is coming up on Father’s Day weekend (June 13–15), and sure, it’s got amazing art and lots of cool stuff for adults. But I’m here to tell you — kids like me are going to have just as much fun (maybe even more… just saying).
For Gardeners: If your garden plants could talk. Or…. can they? | MLTnews.com

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

Planting Edmonds is a monthly column by and for local gardeners. As I was walking through my garden the other day, I passed by a young tomato plant. To my astonishment, it said, “Psst! Hey buddy! Howz ya doin? Could ya wet my whistle – I’m parched. Anudder ting – how about dem Mariners? Doze bums can pitch AND hit this year.” I was surprised it could talk and even more surprised that it sounded like a New York mobster!Well, plants in your garden really do “talk,” just not to you. Why should they?
Edmonds police arrest registered sex offender accused of sexual assault at massage business

1 week ago | mltnews.com | Teresa Wippel

A 63-year-old registered sex offender from Bremerton was arrested in Lynnwood in late May after an alleged felony sexual assault against an Edmonds massage business employee, according to the Edmonds Police Department. The arrest followed a nearly two-week investigation by the police department’s Problem Solving Emphasis Team (PSET), which involved surveillance and tracking of the suspect.