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Friends of the Mill Creek Library grant helps bring award-winning author to Mariner High School

Matt del la Peña won the prestigious 2016 Newbery Award. Photo courtesy of Sno-Isle Libraries.

Newbery Award winning author Matt de la Peña will spend the day at Mariner High School on Tuesday, October 4th, to tell students how his love for literature and hard work helped him fulfill his dreams. He will also be at the Mill Creek University Book Store for a book signing and reading in the evening.

"My October To Do List," by the Whistling Gardener

Fall is for Planting. Photo courtesy of Sunnyside Nursery.

Fall is officially here and what a glorious one it has been so far. There has been just enough rain to green up the lawns and enough sun in between to keep the ground workable and the plants growing. The forecast for October sounds like it may be similar so that should give us another 30 days of good gardening weather before we get serious about “putting the garden to bed.”

"Fall Buddha Bowl Recipe," By Kate Towell

Kate Towell shared her fall Buddha Bowl recipe. Photo courtesy of Kate Towell.

If you are new to the idea of making Buddha Bowls and not sure what they are, the Urban Dictionary defines them as, “a bowl that is packed so full that it has a rounded ‘belly’ appearance on top much like the belly of a Buddha.”

Buddha Bowls are really just a big bowl of super healthy and delicious ingredients. I love them because they are simple to make and highly versatile. The combinations are endless.

Mill Creek police seek domestic violence suspect

James D. Britton, was last seen wearing a gray zip-up sweatshirt or jacket and gray sweatpants. Photo courtesy of Mill Creek Police.

An explosive device was found in one of the two cars owned by domestic violence suspect James D. Britton on Thursday morning, September 29th. The device was removed and secured by bomb squad investigators contacted by Mill Creek police detectives.

Forever Home Dog of the Week - Simon

Simon is a spectacular little dog who is so cute and full of personality. Photo courtesy of Homeward Pet.

Our dog of the week Simon is a super sweet fifteen year old Shih Tzu/Poodle mix that is waiting for a home of his very own!

Simon may be fifteen, but he still has so much love to give. He is housetrained and enjoys the company of other dogs and cats. His favorite activities are taking leisurely walks and spending quality time with his people.

“One Church. Two Church. Old Church. New Church.” By Pastor Andrew Yoos

Pastors Drew and Sara Yoos. Photo credit: Drew Yoos.

What do you think of when you hear the word “church?” No really, take a minute and think about it. Now, try to put that stuff away as you hear what’s going on in the North Creek community (and maybe put it away for good). For too long, the “Church” has been in the business of not changing. And as a pastor, I will be the first to confess that even though we may think we are the most friendly bunch out there, open to all; when it comes down to it, we just want you for the numbers.

Mill Creek Road makeover to cause traffic delays

The construction is scheduled to begin the week of September 12. Image courtesy of Google Maps.

According to the City of Mill Creek, the Mill Creek Road pavement overlay project will begin on Tuesday, September 28th.

Mill Creek Police Beat: September 14th to 20th

Mill Creek K9 Unit. Photo courtesy of Mill Creek Police.

Mill Creek Police officers make any number of contacts and respond to numerous calls for service every day. For the week of September 14th to September 20th, Mill Creek Police Officers generated or responded to 310 calls.

Forever Home Cat of the Week - Hobbes

Sweet Hobbes loves everyone he meets. Photo courtesy of Homeward Pet.

Have you been searching for the ultimate lap cat? If so, you are in luck because our cat of the week Hobbes is in need of the perfect lap to occupy.

Hobbes is a ten year old black and white fluffy gentleman that loves to be brushed to keep his long hair looking perfect.

Pedestrian killed on Bothell-Everett Highway in Mill Creek

A young man walking southbound on the east side of Bothell-Everett Highway (SR 527) was struck and killed by a northbound SUV on Monday, September 26, 2016, at about 9:30 am.

Snohomish County seeking public feedback to prioritize pedestrian barrier removal

Residents and those who work in or travel through Snohomish County have until Monday, October 3, 2016, to provide feedback on the accessibility of Snohomish County’s pedestrian facilities.

Left Coast / Right Coast: Growing up in New York City

Mike Gold living the dream in the Pacific Northwest. Photo credit: Scott Brown.

From the Beatles song: "There are places I remember." Well among them are growing up In New York City. Certain things about growing up there are inherently different than growing up in the Pacific Northwest. Let’s look at a few.

Eight men arrested in underage sex sting

The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit, in partnership with the U.S. Marshals Service, arrested eight adult males over the September 24th weekend in an underage sex sting operation, “Operation Anvil.”

The men, who range in age from 26 to 60 years-old, all responded to on-line ads placed by undercover detectives posing as a 15 year-old female.

Mill Creek Police Chief Greg Elwin elected President of Snohomish County Sheriff and Police Chiefs Association

Mill Creek Police Chief Greg Elwin. Photo courtesy of the City of Mill Creek.

Police Chief Greg Elwin was recently elected President of the Snohomish County Sheriff and Police Chiefs Association (SCSPCA).

Mill Creek Police solve a string of property crimes

Through proactive efforts by the Mill Creek Police Department, officers were able to solve a string of property crimes, including residential burglaries.

So far two suspects have been arrested and the Police Department continues to work to link these suspects, and possibly others, to additional crimes in the City.