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Snohomish’s new chief of police meeting the community

Snohomish's incoming police chief, sheriff’s Lt. Mike Martin, is making rounds to introduce himself in Snohomish.

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“White Lives Matter” flyers distributed in Snohomish, Monroe, Lake Stevens and possibly elsewhere in county

Residents in some parts of Snohomish, Monroe and Lake Stevens found literature promoting the “White Lives Matter”

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Everett adding bike boulevards to enlarge its all-city network

More bicycle corridors are coming to central Everett soon

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Rhythmic speed puts teen Irish dancer Maverick Cradduck on world stage

High school senior Maverick Cradduck of Everett placed 15th in the world championship for Irish dancing about a year ago in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

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Martinez’ victim seeks to reopen case against state

Attorneys for the now-adult woman abused by former Monroe police officer Carlos Martinez have petitioned for her trial to be re-opened

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Decision nears on townhome development proposal near 522 – Paradise Lake Road

A proposed townhome community off of Paradise Lake Road faced a new round of neighborhood opposition last week.

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Monroe hospital’s healing garden to be an oasis for patients

“This is a beautiful spot,” Martha Dankers says while surveying the space for a rejuvenated garden. “It gets just enough light.”

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This little lamb in Fobes Hill is part of the neighborhood

SNOHOMISH — “I’ve seen a lot of people walk by here over the years but I haven’t seen this,” a neighbor said as he shut off his lawnmower to go get a better view: a lamb was strutting down the road.

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Strike plans delayed for Providence health care workers

Health care workers will not strike, yet, and are in marathon negotiations that started late last week and continued through the weekend to develop a contract for Providence and Swedish workers thoughout the county.

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Who’s behind the class year flowers on Snohomish High’s lawn?

SNOHOMISH -- The story of the annual flowers on Snohomish High's lawn.

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SHS Theatre returns with "Pride and Prejudice"

She's repelled by his arrogance and condescension

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Oldest state employee, from Monroe, calls it a day at age 91

MONROE — Gloria Hopkins knew a small celebration would happen for her retirement, but was wowed by how big a deal it would become. At age 91, she was the state’s oldest classified employee, verified by the state’s human resources division within its Office of Financial Management. On Dec. 31, Hopkins clocked out for the last time, concluding 27 years of working in accounting at the Monroe Correctional Complex for the state Department of Corrections (DOC).

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Public freeze shelter is at Fairgrounds because of virus

As winter temperatures plummet, and COVID-19 cases continue to rise, cold weather shelters within the county are faced with new problems.

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Painted rocks with messages of kindness to be spread around community

“One message at just the right moment can change your whole day, outlook, or life,” is scribbled across a rock

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Redmon to run for Mayor, Kartak won’t say yet

City Council President Linda Redmon has officially announced she will be running for Mayor of Snohomish in 2021, while current Mayor John Kartak has yet to make his announcement on whether he plans to run for re-election.

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Everett teacher named Art Educator of the Year uses freeform style

For North Middle School art teacher Cynthia Gaub, being recognized for your hard work in your career is something she has always strived for.

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Everett plans public info meetings about property tax measure on Aug. 6 ballot

EVERETT — The City of Everett plans public info meetings about property tax measure on Aug. 6 ballot starting July 9.

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Monroe might grow taller in development plan

MONROE — On July 30, the City Council discussed the need for more affordable commercial and residential housing.