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County budget includes 2.5% property tax jump

Snohomish County’s $1.2 billion budget for next year includes money to equip all sheriff’s deputies with body cameras,

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Fireman mourned after fatal accident while off-duty

It is with great sadness that Snohomish County Fire District 7 and North County Fire/EMS announce the unexpected passing of one of their own.

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Fire risk season is earlier than usual: It’s now

A ban on outdoor burning set June 9 across Snohomish County

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Chiropractor’s sex-crimes case to see judge decide

Accused chiropractor Dr. Ken Parker has sought a bench trial to have his sexual misconduct case decided by a judge instead of a jury.

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New Monroe Schools Superintendent Shawn Woodward all ears on how to support students

Like any new student, Shawn Woodward is spending the first month of school sizing up his surroundings.

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39th Legislators give update for Monroe happenings

State Sen. Keith Wagoner and state Rep. Carolyn Eslick of the 39th Legislative District presented highlights of this year’s legislative session

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How to get involved this MLK Day weekend

There are ample opportunities to honor The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Schack Art Center starts kids’ art kits program

With the help of 15 volunteers and multiple staff members, the Schack Art Center recently launched an art education program for kids.

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Snohomish PD say crime trends stable

SNOHOMISH ­— Crime trends were little changed for Snohomish in 2023, Police Chief Nathan Alanis told the City Council in a walk-through of the department’s latest annual report.

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Behar’s Furniture of Everett closing as owner changes focus

Behar’s Furniture is winding down after a 60-year run.

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Kaci Edelbrock Memorial 5K Run/Walk on Oct. 3 sends its proceeds back into community

When 350-plus runners take off at Lake Tye Park on Sunday, Oct. 3, the broader community is who benefits.

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Expertly crafted fixtures for county parks

An unusual collaboration is providing new gathering spaces in Snohomish County’s parks.

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Tree falls on historic home on Avenue B

SNOHOMISH — A thick American Elm maybe five stories high uprooted and crashed down onto one of the historic homes along Avenue B around midnight during last Tuesday’s heavy windstorm.

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Monroe mayor speaks to growth, compassion

Coverage of the 2024 Monroe State of the City

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Paine Field airline flights approved, service begins soon

The key federal approval for passenger flight at Paine Field came down on Feb. 20, promising a new era of airline service shortly for Snohomish County.

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Everett's public works campus

The city’s game plan to eventually move its Public Works department to new digs is crystallizing.

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Snohomish school board race between Ballas, Ridges

A Snohomish School board election has incumbent Shaunna Ballas running for re-election against challenger Christina Ridges.

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New pickleball courts open at Sky River Park

MONROE -- The city opened two new pickleball courts at Sky River Park last week.