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Book on Snohomish cemetery tells its deep, tangled history

SNOHOMISH — A new book on Snohomish’s first cemetery brings back to life the stories of the souls who were laid to rest there and the unsettling drama associated with its demise.

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Presumptive merger with SRFR a reason to hold off FD4 EMS levy

FIRE DISTRICT 4 EMS LEVY MEASURE

A letter writer's argument that the openly discussed eventual merger between Snohomish Fire District 4 and Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue should be a reason for voters to decline the August 5 EMS levy ballot measure by Snohomish Fire District 4.

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Everett Fire Department celebrates 100th birthday for early fire station, now its HQ

EVERETT ­— On June 25, the Everett Fire Department marked the 100th anniversary of Fire Station No. 2 with a public open house, station tour and complimentary lunch at its 2801 Oakes Ave. location.

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Sexton Road closure July 7 ‘til September

SNOHOMISH ­— A project to replace fish culverts for a creek that feeds the Pilchuck River will require closing one part of Sexton Road from July 7 until September, temporarily preventing it being a through route. The detour uses Machias Road, which runs parallel to Sexton.

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Is state funding for stadium to appease Major League Baseball?

FUTURE HOME OF EVERETT AQUASOX

What's the state Legislature doing giving money to a municipal baseball stadium demanded to suit the private Everett AquaSox team which needs upgrades to meet requirements of the private Major League Baseball operation?, a letter writer asks.

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Community stands for Snohomish moto racer, 14, hurt in crash last month

SNOHOMISH — On May 31, 14-year-old Jacob Badgley of Snohomish was in a dirt bike accident while racing in Washougal. After a long spinal surgery at Legacy Hospital, Badgley is still paralyzed from the chest down.

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Next chief of Snohomish Regional Fire hails from California city department

MONROE — The fire board for Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue (SRFR) selected a seasoned fire chief from California to lead its agency.

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First annual “Panther Run” raises more than $5,000

SNOHOMISH — The first annual Panther 24 Hour Relay took place June 14-15 at Snohomish High School, and organizers said it was a huge success. They raised more than $5,000 to support scholarships in honor of former SHS teachers Dave Lewarne and Tuck Gionet, and the Travis Manion Foundation.

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AquaSox take first-half series title

AquaSox take first-half series title

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What do electeds think of current enforcement level of Snohomish traffic laws?

SNOHOMISH TRAFFIC, NOISE

A letter writer asks why people so easily blow speed limits and disobey traffic laws, and asks what elected officials think of this.

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Past letter’s logic is folly for making ‘vote no’ argument on FD4 EMS levy

FIRE DISTRICT 4 EMS LEVY MEASURE

A proponent of stronger fire services writes that a prior letter is full of misguided logic.

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Everett advances stadium plan with new $4.8M funds committal

EVERETT — City Council members approved preliminary funding toward a new $82 million AquaSox stadium last week, vowing to move as little dirt as possible to build the downtown Outdoor Event Center.

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State budget has money toward fixing 522, replacing synthetic turf at Rotary Field

MONROE — The state’s biennial transportation and capital budgets include funding for two critical projects for the city of Monroe: the widening of a portion of state Route 522 (SR 522) that leads in and out of Monroe and the replacement of the artificial turf at Monroe Rotary Field.

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Phil Johnson Ballfields zoning change by council narrows use to parks, open space

EVERETT — A council-initiated amendment to rezone the general area of the Phil Johnson Ballfields exclusively for parks and open space would prevent future alternate uses such as the planned Pallet shelter lot for individuals in homelessness.

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Short-term plan of homeless homes on Phil Johnson Ballfields land to proceed

EVERETT -- The lawsuit over the use of a future park space for a tiny homes shelter is settled.

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Monroe looking for opinions about future community space downtown

Two opportunities Wednesday, June 18, one is at Monroe afternoon farmers market at Galaxy Theatres parking lot

MONROE — This week, Monroe will be discussing its festival lot project at an open house Wednesday, June 18 from 1-2 p.m. at the site of the former Union Bank Building, 201 W. Main St., and 3-7 p.m. at this week’s Monroe Farmers Market.

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Snohomish County Superior Court cheers 1,000 grads from Adult Recovery Court

EVERETT — The graduates of Adult Recovery Court will tell you the program isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. By balancing accountability and compassion, this therapeutic court helps participants break cycles and change their lives.

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Everett rowers make waves: Two crews at Nationals

EVERETT — Last week, the Everett Rowing Association got the chance to shine on the national stage. The team competed at the USRowing National Championship June 12–15 in Sarasota, Florida.

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