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Waits Motel condemnation given formal OK

A 5-1 City Council vote last week to formally condemn the Waits Motel now leaves the site with few ways to avoid being repurposed.

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Snohomish Schools’ fall re-opening plan forming

As multiple western Washington school districts adopt 100 percent online learning for the fall of 2020, the Snohomish School District has released three options for re-opening which were presented at last week’s school board meeting.

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Snohohomish County election results for 2023

A new sheriff takes the reins in January.

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Aspiring youth meet, and practice with, visiting tennis stars

Local kids got the opportunity to meet and play tennis with professional players and members of the University of Washington team

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Everett Council may decide on Y park name this week

A decision over what to name the public park adjacent to the new Everett Y on Colby Avenue is expected Jan. 29 by the City Council, but it could be a tough call.

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Affordable housing sparsity in Everett leaves many priced out

Increasing home prices in Everett are leaving some priced out.

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Waits Motel demolition underway

EVERETT — Waits Motel demolition underway

Obit

Roger Burton

Roger Burton, age 62 passed away peacefully on Sunday April 21st 2024. He was born in Alpena, Michigan and moved to Washington state with his family in 1967. He was a wonderful piano player and was a member of the …


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Group hoping to save doomed Longfellow Building

About one dozen preservationists on a special errand fought icy winds at the old Longfellow Elementary building at 3715 Oakes Ave. on Friday.

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Snohomish Lions surprise food bank with $3,000 in gifts

After the Snohomish Lions left the Snohomish Community Food Bank Jan. 31, its director Elizabeth Grant had one word to describe her feelings: “Wowee!”

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Fireworks ban for unincorporated county under discussion

Public hearing set for July 24 at 1 p.m.

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Mill Creek exploring switch of fire agencies

Mill Creek is looking at changing fire service providers after shopping around.

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World War II Hero

During World War II there were many people that fought and risked their lives to protect our freedom.

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LGBTQ+ Pride events countywide in Snohomish County

Pride events in Snohomish County during June

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Everett gives option to set mandatory minimum sentences onrepeat criminals

A split City Council voted 4-2 last week to allow prosecutors to elect to add a 30-day mandatory minimum jail sentence on repeat offenders for specific crimes such as theft, assault or vehicle prowling.

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Parents object to boundary changes for Jackson, Cascade, EHS

New high school district lines are being drawn and 300 concerned residents showed up to Gateway Middle School last week upset their student might fall on the “wrong” side.

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Crafters and 3D printers producing masks to help with supply

Everyday craftspeople are jumping in to sew face masks for whoever can use them to help fight medical supply shortages.

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W. Marine View Drive closed through Sept. 26 to put in bridge

West Marine View Drive will be closed from Tuesday, Sept. 17 through Thursday, Sept. 26 so the centerpiece of the Grand Avenue Park Bridge can be prepared to be lifted and placed.

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Jail fees are rising, but cities catch a small break

Many city budget writers were stunned when an updated fee schedule for the county jail came out.

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