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Snohomish fixed-income senior renters in affordable housing find themselves in a bind

SNOHOMISH -- Fixed-income seniors who thought they had permanent affordable housing aren't sure what to do now with rent increases from an affordable housing organization. Social Security hasn't kept up with need. Details on what the costs are to live today, and how fixed-income seniors are finding themselves struggling.

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County Council approves buying hotels to house homeless individuals short-term

A County Council majority last week approved proceeding to purchase two hotels to convert to short-term transition housing for people experiencing homelessness

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Appeal against Cathcart multi-townhome development continued to Oct. 12 as arguments heard at County Council

The land-use appeal crying foul to how officials approved 286 townhomes at state Route 9 and Cathcart Way, which is being heard by the County Council, may see a decision this week.

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15-story buildings in former Baker Heights site redevelopment concerns Delta neighborsAn overview of the requested heights in the PDO.

Concerned residents say the Park District apartments would become the tallest buildings seen between Seattle and Vancouver.

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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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County Council field answers questions on housing, ag land

There’s less than a month before Everett and Mukilteo voters will need to sift through eight candidates for County Council Position No. 2.

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More teens vaping, but survey also shows problems continue with suicides, bullying

Cigarette use is being snuffed out but vaping is definitely rising among students.

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It’s no wonder why Glacier Peak’s Caraballo is teacher of the year

Tami Caraballo was named this year’s 2020 Regional Teacher of the Year by the Northwest Educational Service District 189.

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Farmers markets adjusting with COVID-19 to maintain safety

Farmers markets, with opening day just around the corner, are adjusting how they operate because of coronavirus restrictions.

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A longtime friend to those in need gets deserved help

Dean Ekloff was a biker; he rode hard and partied harder.

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Method to select Avenue D committee members debated

Executive control and privacy issues related to public exposure of task force applicants was the theme

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Meal programs help keep kids fed over summer

Free summer meals for anyone age 18 and younger will soon be offered Monday through Friday at sites within the Snohomish, Monroe and Everett school districts.

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Lawsuit against Snohomish Fire District 4 settled

How trauma from first responder calls is handled by administration can help or hurt frontline workers

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Planning at Lord Hill Park to restart

The 1,480-acre park includes 32 miles of trails used by hikers, runners, equestrians, mountain bikers, bird watchers and others.

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Salmon flourished after Pilchuck River Dam’s demolition

The fruits of removing a dam on the Pilchuck River in 2020 came quickly.

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Monroe woman ran complex gift card fraud scheme, police say

MONROE — A Monroe fraudster who Lynnwood Police detectives allege masterminded a complex gift card fraud scheme now is in court.

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Janice Greene: A woman everywhere, all at once

EVERETT -- Profile story on Janice Greene.

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In Snohomish County Superior Court judge battle, candidates explain how they approach the role

The only Snohomish County Superior Court Judge seat up for election might be one of this year’s more conspicuous county-level races. The roadside billboards first went up months ago. Sitting judge Whitney Rivera was appointed to the superior court this spring and is seeking election. Trial attorney Mary Anderson is taking her second shot at being elected to the bench after running for a seat last year. Ballots are due Nov. 5. It’s a nonpartisan position.

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Alterations to wetland buffer, critical area rules in Snohomish County code questioned

Certain proposed alterations to how the county protects wetlands in its development regulations have raised some eyebrows, including objections from officials with the state Department of Ecology and the state Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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River’s Edge Apts. tenants largely are moved back in, but questions linger

Some River's Edge Apartments residents have concerns as they move back in after being displaced by a flood in January.