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Community Transit to revamp its bus routes in 2024 to link to light rail

When an urban rail system reaches Lynnwood as soon as summer 2024, it could be a game-changer for the county.

The former Roosevelt Store to be marijuana retail shop

A marijuana shop is cleared to open soon in the former Roosevelt Store near Roosevelt and Trombley roads.

New Monroe Schools superintendent may be selected this week

The school board expects to hire the district’s next superintendent this week, and the public can assist with the decision.

Think your kid gets migraines? This doc can say

More children may be susceptible to migraines than once thought.

Everett’s go-to gift shop to close after clocking 30 years

Judy Matheson has curated her shop of perfect pieces of kitchenware, apparel, babywear and decor for 30-plus years.

Turnover within Snohomish City Hall for city administrator

Mayor Linda Redmon is replacing the city’s top manager

Finishing state Route 522 more possible as design component now fully funded

The last chunk of dough to design the future, wider state Route 522 is secure.

Controlled burns to mitigate wildfires will be largest year yet

Fighting fire with fire might seem odd, but it is purposeful for reducing wildfire risk.

Martinez’ victim seeks to reopen case against state

Attorneys for the now-adult woman abused by former Monroe police officer Carlos Martinez have petitioned for her trial to be re-opened

NEWS BITES for December 6, 2023

Park Place school fields open for public play

Senior concerned by health risks of smoke from burns

PINE AVENUE BURN PLANS

A letter on concerns about the fire training burns planned within Snohomish city limits on April 9 and 10

Snohomish County sees 81% of fentanyl-positive urine samples test positive for meth, report says

Snohomish County sees 81% of fentanyl-positive urine samples test positive for meth, report says

Snohomish's cold weather shelter can use your help

The cold weather shelter is ready to accept clients on Nov. 1, but more volunteers are needed and cash donations are welcome.

Snohomish plastic bag ban to come to a council vote Feb. 19

If the City Council adopts a plastic bag ban Feb. 19, city shoppers will likely be using reusable totes or paper grocery sacks by this time next year.

Monroe kids at schools on waivers may lose bus service

More than 300 students who don’t go to their assigned school may lose bus service when the next school year starts in September.

A mother’s final donation helps propel science

A mother’s untimely death led to gifts of life for a score of strangers, and for generations to come.

Snohomish Lions take on annual vision screenings at Machias

The lights flicked off, triggering an urge to quiet down as four lines of blue painter’s tape were arranged in parallel stripes on the floor.

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.”

Unrestrained generosity to thrift shops creating a behind-the-scenes difficulty

Shirley Mock sits on a chair in Fabulously Frugal Thrift Shop surrounded by … stuff.

Council halts East Monroe pursuit

A swath of acreage called East Monroe that the city intended to preserve is no longer being pursued, based on a City Council decision.