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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.”

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.

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.

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

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

SHS Theatre returns with "Pride and Prejudice"

She's repelled by his arrogance and condescension

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).

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Monroe might grow taller in development plan

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

Monroe school board member’s recent open gov. flap prompts multiple comments both in her defense and to criticize

A packed house took their first opportunity to register opinions to the school board

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.

Snohomish restaurants told to modify outdoor spaces navigating what to do next

A majority of the restaurants told by the city in August to get official permits for their outdoor dining structures and canopies or otherwise take them down are each now trying to navigate a maze of regulations.

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

Countywide wildfire survey will be backbone of ideas to reduce life, safety risks

As wildfire risks in Western Washington increase, Snohomish County officials are developing a county-wide protection plan. and holding a survey through November.