Eric Wilkinson

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Hawaii high school reunion group brings tourism boost to Port Townsend

A high school reunion from Hawaii boosts Port Townsend's economy by bringing much-needed tourism to the area. PORT TOWNSEND, Wash. — A group of 32 high school friends from Hawaii chose...

New police chief takes charge in Edmonds after years of uncertainty

Edmonds Police Chief Loi Dawkins aims to bring stability to the department. EDMONDS, Wash. — After five uncertain years marked by confusion and controversy, the Edmonds Police Department has a new...

5 years later, family is still searching for missing Anacortes woman

Laynee Westbrook disappeared September 10, 2020, under suspicious circumstances. Her family is offering a reward for information leading to her location. ANACORTES, Wash. — Five agonizing years have passed since Laynee...

Bellingham group takes ‘guerrilla’ approach to Whatcom Creek trash problem

Trash Club, a volunteer group in Bellingham, plans to install "Guerrilla Garbage Cans" to combat litter in Whatcom Creek. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Whatcom Creek is a treasure in Bellingham, but it's...

Meet the Anacortes teacher battling a brain tumor while still teaching lessons

"She's very much my hero. She changes lives," says one fellow teacher. ANACORTES, Wash. — It's back-to-school time for families — a time of both excitement and apprehension.  Perhaps...

Bellevue artist decries ‘cover up’ of community mural

A vibrant community mural at Redmond Town Center has vanished under a vinyl wrap, stirring controversy and calls for restoration. REDMOND, Wash. — A beloved community mural that once decorated Redmond...

Port Townsend businesses revive amid Fort Worden cabin closure challenges

Businesses in Port Townsend have adapted following January's sudden closure of a popular tourist destination, showing resilience and innovation. PORT TOWNSEND, Wash — Eight months after the closure of a major...

Lynnwood minimum wage would increase over $3 under proposal

The wage would rise to $20.24 over three years. LYNNWOOD, Wash. — A group called Fair Pay Lynnwood announced plans Monday to push for raising the city's minimum wage from $16.66...

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