Eric Wilkinson

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Port Angeles embraces Canadians with heartfelt welcome amidst political tension

The city has a close relationship with Canada, both geographically and culturally. PORT ANGELES, Wash. — Only 22 miles across the Strait of Juan de Fuca separate Port Angeles from Victoria,...

Mountaintop cross project divides Leavenworth

A Christian group wants to erect a 70-foot-tall, illuminated cross atop Tumwater Mountain. LEAVENWORTH, Wash. — When the clouds part and the heavens open above Ryan Showalter's backyard, he sees something...

Teenager killed in notorious bank robbery remembered 111 years after his death

SEDRO-WOOLLEY, Wash. — As JoEllen Kesti looks over the 133-year-old Union Cemetery in Sedro-Wooley, she is haunted, but in a good way. "I feel at peace here," Kesti said....

Extended western Washington cold snap chilling household budgets

Many are seeking assistance because of high heating bills and pricey repairs. COUPEVILLE, Wash. — When oil for her furnace got too expensive, 82-year-old Louise Goodell turned to alternate energy sources,...

Closure of Canadian entry point leaves a trail of unhappy Pacific Crest Trail campers

Authorities have closed the border where the Pacific Crest Trail enters Canada. EDMONDS, Wash. — The Pacific Crest Trail runs 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada and through Washington's Cascade mountains,...

New ordinance protects Snohomish River, builders challenge it in court

Builders are suing to stop an ordinance passed by voters giving the Snohomish River rights similar to those of children. EVERETT, Wash. — As Abi Ludwig looks out over the Snohomish...

Whatcom County’s cold shelter demand surges, extra funding and hours added

Packed cold weather shelters are feeling the strain. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Whatcom County's cold weather shelter has housed 230 different people this winter. That's double the usual number. ...

Anacortes group offers hope for aging parents caring for disabled children

Children are typically tasked with caring for their parents as they age, but what happens when aging parents have to take care of a disabled child? ANACORTES, Wash. — Iver Johnson...

Eric Wilkinson

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