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A beautiful day of chrome and rumble

Doug Ramsay photo
With a light drizzle much of the morning, attendance at the 22nd annual ABATE Sky Valley Motorcycle Show was light, but by mid-day the sun came out and downtown Snohomish began to fill up with motorcycles and riders of all types.


Audits identified need for tighter controls on city credit cards

SNOHOMISH — The State Auditors Office had questions and see risks with how the city handled and monitored its many credit cards.In 2017, one of those credit cards was misplaced and stolen and $1,000 worth of fraudulent purchases were made. The city got its money back, but there were questions on why the city worker had his bosses’ city credit card in the first place.

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Marines sent to Vietnam enlisted 50 years ago

EVERETT — The all-volunteer Evergreen State Platoon, assembled 50 years ago, included five from Snohomish County, one of whom didn't make it back.

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Everett Performing Arts Center costs and losses questioned

By SAMANTHA CHAPMAN, contributing writer Published May 9, 2018     Future Everett Y pool to have open access for city residents   EVERETT — Pending a deal the Everett City Council will likely pass this week, city residents will be able to use the YMCA’s fEVERETT — An arrangement with the Village Theatre that has the city paying more money than it gets back in revenue sparked a discussion at a City Council meeting earlier this month.

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"Coffee's on"
One man has made it a mission to give warmth weekly

EVERETT — Downtown every week, a man who began with a single cup of coffee to a homeless person has grown his operation of giving to hold a post with hot meals and drinks multiple times a week.He is the "Coffee Man" Ross Tucker.

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Parents stand for Monroe school librarians against cuts

MONROE — Some families and educators are unhappy with a change that takes librarians out of the school district’s elementary and middle schools.

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City Council split on having more marijuana stores in Everett

EVERETT — The City Council was split 3-3 on whether the city should lift restrictions to allow five more legally licensed recreational marijuana stores open within city limits. The public hearing notably had multiple people outside Everett voicing both sides of the issue.

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Who has filed for office?

SNOHOMISH COUNTY — A rundown of who has filed for this fall's election. The Everett City Council will have a three-way primary.

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Blackmans Lake to get a little help from its friends

SNOHOMISH — Blackmans Lake is receiving renewed interest from someone who wants to see it cleaned up.
Bob Roush has been organizing against pollution, invasive plants and unwanted wildlife at the lake since late last year and took his effort public at a meeting Monday, May 21. More on this story...


Forest Park pool fees proposed to increase

By SAMANTHA CHAPMAN, contributing writer Published May 9, 2018     Future Everett Y pool to have open access for city residents   EVERETT — Pending a deal the Everett City Council will likely pass this week, city residents will be able to use the YMCA’s fEVERETT — Admission fees at the Forest Park Swim Center are proposed to increase in January. The first of three public input meetings is Thursday, May 17.

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Gallery’s show offers a glimpse of uniquely composed art

SNOHOMISH — A May art exhibit at the Arts of Snohomish Gallery is giving visitors a unique view into the life and work of locals with disabilities.The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. at 1024 First St. in Snohomish. The exhibit runs through May.


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Hal Moe Pool demolished

Michael Whitney photo
Backhoes took to work and demolished Hal Moe Pool Monday, May 14. The site at Third Street and Pine Avenue is turning into a green space park. The lettering and a few other elements of the building were removed for preservation before demolition. Hal Moe Pool closed in 2007. Hal Moe Pool broke ground July 25, 1970 and a community fundraiser paid to open it. It received a roof in 1988.


Future Everett Y pool to have open access for city residents

EVERETT — Pending a deal the Everett City Council will likely pass this week, city residents will be able to use the YMCA’s future pool even if they are not a Y member.

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City Council considering giving Mayor Kartak a raise

SNOHOMISH — Mayor John Kartak’s $18,000-a-year salary may increase if the City Council decides it is right. The conversation is now set for the June 5 City Council meeting.

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