Briefs: Several new people join PAWS board

  • Friday, July 18, 2014 6:44pm

PAWS announces new board members

The Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) of Lynnwood announced the addition of four new community leaders to its Board of Directors. They are: Leslie Chandler, a community volunteer; Leila Kirske, chief financial officer of EMC Corporation; Don McGowan, general counsel for The Pokeman Company; and Hanna Tweedy, senior systems analyst for Starbucks. PAWS rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife, shelters and adopts homeless cats and dogs and educates people to make a better world for animals and people. The board has 16 members.

Bickford Ford wins company’s President’s Award

Bickford Ford is among an elite group of Ford and Lincoln dealerships to be recognized with the 2013 President’s Award by Ford Motor Company. Bickford Ford has now earned the President’s Award seven times. The prestigious award honors dealerships that have excelled in automotive retailing by providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction.

Foundation gives $10,000 to Boys &Girls Clubs

The Boys &Girls Clubs of Snohomish County was recently awarded a $10,000 grant from the Opus Community Foundation toward the continued implementation of the SMART Girls program. The Opus Community Foundation provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that make a positive and meaningful impact in their communities.

Open house planned on Lynnwood’s Streetscape Plan

Lynnwood’s City Center Streetscape Plan is the subject of an open house 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the City Hall Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W, Lynnwood. The proposed plan is near completion and the public is invited to comment on elements of the plan such as sidewalk paving, lighting and street trees.

NetRiver in Lynnwood bought by Seattle company

Lynnwood data center company NetRiver has been acquired by Seattle’s BYTEGRID Holdings, a company focused on the nationwide acquisition, development and operation of premier multi-tenant data center facilities. The plan is to enhance the service offerings to NetRiver’s existing customers and create room for growth within the current facility.

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