Arlington
Arlington woman allegedly runs over boyfriend
ARLINGTON -- An Arlington area woman was arrested for investigation of vehicular assault Thursday night after allegedly running over her boyfriend with an SUV.
Date: 05/17/2013 | Local News
Retail space, 350 apartments planned for Lakewood
LAKEWOOD -- A small city is coming.Shops on the ground floor, apartments above. It's the way the downtown areas of major American cities used to be built, and now it's a popular design feature of many new developments across the country.
Date: 05/14/2013 | Local News
How Stanwood landed a factory and 62 jobs
STANWOOD -- When you think of electrical panel and control systems manufacturing, you probably wouldn't put Stanwood very high on a list of likely contenders. But the city is home to Washington's largest such business, Process Solutions.Why Stanwood? It doesn't...
Date: 05/13/2013 | Business
Second burglary for Stillaguamish Senior Center
ARLINGTON -- For the second time in two weeks, a burglar has caused havoc at the Stillaguamish Senior Center. This time the target was the thrift store, which was broken into over the weekend."When the volunteers came Monday, they were just devastated," thrift store manager...
Date: 05/09/2013 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Concert to be performed on SundayThe North Cascades Concert Band is performing its annual tribute to John Philip Sousa at 3 p.m. Sunday in Arlington at the Byrnes Performing Arts Center, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd. It being Mother's Day, moms will be...
Date: 05/09/2013 | Local News
Two arrested following string of robberies in Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Two men were arrested Sunday for investigation of a string of robberies at espresso stands and convenience stores.
Date: 05/06/2013 | Local News
His mind remains strong
Three years after ALS diagnosis, there's no stopping Mike Kelly
Date: 05/04/2013 | Local News
Giving each other lip
High schools compete to make best lip dub (videos)
Date: 04/26/2013 | Local News
Burglars hit Arlington senior center
ARLINGTON -- People at the Stillaguamish Senior Center say they still are reeling from a burglary that occurred there Sunday night or early Monday.
Date: 04/24/2013 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Swing Into Spring in MayArlington High School Jazz Bands' annual Swing Into Spring Dessert Dance is planned for 7 p.m. May 10 and 11 at the school's Commons, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd.
Date: 04/24/2013 | Local News
Not finished yet
Boston Marathon runner Faye Britt turns to helping victims
Date: 04/22/2013 | Local News
Focused on science
Super Kid Anna Russell got ahead through Running Start
Date: 04/22/2013 | Local News
Arlington thief nabs strange loot
A car prowler in Arlington may have gotten a surprise earlier this month.Arlington police blotters are faxed to The Herald every few weeks. Here's a strange one from April 8:Arlington: The...
Date: 04/19/2013 | Sirens
Man could skip jail in teacher's death
EVERETT -- An Arlington man could avoid serving any time in prison for the 2011 crash that killed Granite Falls school teacher, Suzy Armstrong.On Thursday, Matthew Boitano admitted he was responsible for the fatal wreck and pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide.
Date: 04/19/2013 | Local News
Two hurt in 2-car crash near Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Two men were hurt Friday night in a crash near Arlington.The men, 22 and 37, were in a car that struck another car about 7:30 p.m. in the 24000 block of Wallitner Road, about six miles east of town.Both men were taken to local hospitals, Snohomish...
Date: 04/13/2013 | Local News
The restoration of a classic
Project to preserve one of the county's oldest barns
Date: 04/12/2013 | Local News
Tulalip-area man charged with murder in shootout
EVERETT -- Prosecutors on Thursday took the first step to convict a Tulalip-area man of murder in connection with the fatal shooting in July outside the Blue Stilly park.
Date: 04/11/2013 | Local News
Lending her voice to a cause
Benefit concert to raise money for a drill in Africa
Date: 04/09/2013 | Local News
Four vie for Snohomish County dairy ambassador
ARLINGTON -- They are ambassadors for dairy farms and agriculture in general.The 58th annual Snohomish County Dairy Ambassador coronation -- they used to be called dairy princesses -- and dinner is set for 6 p.m. April 13 at the Medallion Hotel in Smokey Point.
Date: 04/05/2013 | Local News
Arlington woman spared jail in Facebook thievery
EVERETT -- The Facebook computer game ended in a real courtroom.An Arlington woman was spared jail time after completing more than 240 hours of community service prior to her sentencing on a theft...
Date: 04/05/2013 | Local News
Tulip fest in full bloom
See the flowers, plus dancing dogs, fun run and more
Date: 04/04/2013 | Entertainment
Man found dead in Arlington ID'd
ARLINGTON -- A man found dead in Arlington last week has been identified as Leonardo Torres-Angel, 21, of Marysville.
Date: 04/02/2013 | Local News
Man arrested after body found in car in Arlington
ARLINGTON -- A 28-year-old Mount Vernon man was being held Friday on $50,000 bail in connection with a body discovered in Arlington the day before.
Date: 03/29/2013 | Local News
Easter egg hunts
Plus, other holiday events and more ideas for weekend fun
Date: 03/29/2013 | Entertainment
Body found in Arlington; man arrested in Mount Vernon
UPDATE, 9:30 a.m. Friday: Mount Vernon police on Thursday night arrested a man for investigation of manslaughter in this case. They believe the suspect and the victim were involved in a shooting in Mount Vernon on Monday. It's still not clear how or why they ended up in...
Date: 03/28/2013 | Local News
Theater's digital conversion two steps closer
ARLINGTON -- Two anonymous donors have stepped forward to help secure the future of the Olympic Theatre.For more than a year, people worried that the 74-year-old, single-screen movie theater in downtown Arlington wouldn't keep up as Hollywood studios turned from film to...
Date: 03/27/2013 | Local News
VFW gives award to Arlington officer
Arlington police detective Mike Phillips was named police officer of the year by the Arlington VFW Post 1561.Phillips was given an award of appreciation at the March 18 City Council meeting, according to the city's E-newsletter.
Date: 03/25/2013 | Sirens
Democrat Larsen drops out of county council race
Herald StaffFormer Arlington City Councilman Ryan Larsen has abandoned a campaign he launched just last month to run for the Snohomish County Council's District 1.
Date: 03/23/2013 | Local News
Country singer from Arlington releasing CD
Emerging country singer Jesse Taylor is holding an album release party for his debut studio album "Out Here in the Country."The release party is 4 to 8 p.m. today at Skookum Brewery, 17925 59th Ave. NE, Arlington. There will be raffles, live music and beer. Cover charge is...
Date: 03/23/2013 | Life
Nonprofit grants weddings to those facing hardship
Couples facing life-altering obstacles can get a free trip to the altar, plus a reception for 100 wedding guests.A new nonprofit, Wish to Wed, grants matrimonial dreams to couples who otherwise might not be able to tie the knot."It is for couples facing a...
Date: 03/15/2013 | Local News
Learn about status of Arlington road work
ARLINGTON -- Drivers, pedestrians and bike riders who use 67th Avenue NE are encouraged to attend an open house tonight to learn more about the final phase of improvements to the road.
Date: 03/13/2013 | Local News
Heavy rain, mild flooding expected this week
EVERETT -- The first round of late winter flooding could start Tuesday.Warm, heavy rain is predicted in the region for the next few days, according to the National Weather Service in Seattle. The Cascade Range could get...
Date: 03/11/2013 | Local News
Chance meeting takes Arlington singer to Dubai
Jesse Taylor is a young country singer who is letting his career take him from Nashville to Hawaii and, today, to Dubai, one handshake at a time.Taylor, an Arlington native, makes his own brand of original country music and then has taken his guitar and CDs on the road,...
Date: 03/11/2013 | Local News
Two arrested after break-in at Arlington post office
ARLINGTON -- Police and U.S. postal inspectors are investigating two men in connection with a Thursday night break-in at the U.S. Post Office.It was not a particularly sophisticated heist.
Date: 03/09/2013 | Local News
Front Porch: Chamber orchestra’s music of spring
Music of springPacifica Chamber Orchestra presents its spring concert of selections, including Petite Symphonie, No.4 and No.5 by Milhaud, Pan Suite for 10 Winds and Double Bass by Brauer and Concerto Grosso, No. 2 by Bloch and with cello player Erika...
Date: 03/09/2013 | Local News
Olympic Theatre in jeopardy
Fundraiser for digital projection conversion falls far short
Date: 03/09/2013 | Local News
2 arrested in thefts at Arlington Post Office
ARLINGTON -- Police made two arrests Thursday in connection with recent mail thefts at the downtown Arlington Post Office.
Date: 03/07/2013 | Local News
Tools from a bygone era
Century-old blades from shingle mill discovered in Arlington
Date: 03/07/2013 | Local News
Everett man held for Jan. 29 stabbing in Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Police have made an arrest in a Jan. 29 stabbing in Arlington.The stabbing happened about 11 p.m. in the 20500 block of Olympic Place, near the Safeway store, said Arlington police Cmdr. Brian DeWitt.A group of young men got into a fight, and one man was stabbed, DeWitt said.
Date: 03/05/2013 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: 'Legally Blonde' to be stagedArlington High School's production of the musical, "Legally Blonde," based on the novel and movie of the same name, opens at 7 p.m. Friday at Byrnes Performing Arts Center.Directed by Scott Moberly, Brent...
Date: 02/28/2013 | Local News
Life saved by chance
A glance from bridge ends up saving undersheriff’s life
Date: 02/27/2013 | Local News
Be wary of counterfeit bills in Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Fake money is showing up in Arlington, and police are warning people to keep an eye out for it.Arlington police have seven reported cases of counterfeit bills being used in town in the past month, detective Sgt. Jonathan Ventura said.
Date: 02/25/2013 | Local News
Bank seizes gear at Arlington, Marysville Gold’s Gyms
ARLINGTON -- Crews hauled equipment out of the Gold's Gyms in Arlington and Marysville on Tuesday after the gyms suddenly closed.
Date: 02/20/2013 | Business
Online service helps local police nab thieves
LAKE STEVENS -- About a dozen police agencies in Snohomish County are using an online service to search for stolen goods amid transactions at pawn shops, secondhand stores and scrap metal recyclers.People at home also can use the site,
Date: 02/19/2013 | Local News
Undersheriff recovering after river rescue
ARLINGTON -- Snohomish County Undersheriff Tom Davis was recovering at home Monday after being rescued from the Stillaguamish River in Arlington the day before.
Date: 02/18/2013 | Local News
Ceremony honors Snohomish County veterans
Members of the American Legion Post #76 Honor Guard (from left) Bill Lloyd, Chris Raboin and David Delancy give a rifle salute during a ceremony honoring veterans of Snohomish County at Arlington Municipal Cemetery on Sunday.
Date: 02/18/2013 | Local News
New way to check Lynnwood traffic flow
If you're checking traffic cameras on the city of Lynnwood's website, there's an easy way to get even more information about congested spots.
Date: 02/18/2013 | Street Smarts
Obama's go-to Boeing worker
Twice, president has called on Sharon O'Hara to make a point
Date: 02/17/2013 | Local News
Vandalism, theft at Arlington Post Office
ARLINGTON -- Thieves hit the downtown Arlington Post Office overnight Thursday, prying open about 20 post office boxes and making a mess.The vandalism and theft was reported early Friday morning at the post office at 524 N. Olympic Ave., city spokeswoman Kristin Banfield said.
Date: 02/16/2013 | Local News
Get out and get moving in Arlington on Saturdays
It's Saturday morning, and it's come-to-Arlington time. Time to get real about those plans to get out and walk or run.Yes You Can Health and Fitness in Arlington is sending out the call to meet at 10 a.m. Saturdays at Lakewood High School, 117023 11th Ave. NE, Arlington, to run or walk.
Date: 02/16/2013 | Life
County schools work to keep homeless kids in class
ARLINGTON -- In Legion Park, 126 plywood gingerbread children are grouped together in a spot where anyone who makes a trip downtown can see them.
Date: 02/10/2013 | Local News
Ellie's a perfect stop to fuel up for exploring north county
Where everybody knows your name, and they're always glad you came.The old lyrics from the TV show "Cheers" comes to mind when I think of Ellie's in Arlington.
Date: 02/08/2013 | Entertainment
Around Snohomish County
Arlington: Cemetery info for genealogistsThe Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society plans to host a presentation by Lynne Bridges about the Arlington Cemetery database.The presentation is set for 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12 at Arlington Free Methodist Church.
Date: 02/08/2013 | Local News
Around Snohomish County
Arlington: Arts council concertsThe Arlington Arts Council is set to present two concerts in February.
Date: 02/06/2013 | Local News
Sex offender found in woman's bed sentenced
EVERETT -- A convicted sex offender found hiding in an Everett woman's bed was sentenced to nearly two years in prison Tuesday.
Date: 02/06/2013 | Local News
2 sought in Arlington espresso stand robbery
ARLINGTON -- Police were searching Arlington on Tuesday for two men who robbed an espresso stand at gunpoint.The robbery was reported about 2 p.m. in the 100 block of W. Division Street, city spokeswoman Kristin Banfield said.The suspects were described as white...
Date: 02/05/2013 | Local News
3 Arlington schools locked down during police search
ARLINGTON -- Three Arlington public schools were placed in lockdown Tuesday while police searched for an assault suspect.Arlington police went to the 1100 block of E. Fifth Street around 12:15 p.m. Tuesday.
Date: 02/05/2013 | Local News
Getting the Relay on the mark
Marysville teen organizing Relay for Life fundraiser
Date: 02/05/2013 | Local News
Former Arlington official joins race for Koster's seat
ARLINGTON -- Enter another name in the fast-growing field of candidates hoping to join the Snohomish County Council.
Date: 02/04/2013 | Local News
Police seek help in finding missing woman
EVERETT -- Police are asking for help finding a missing Everett woman.Heather M. Hemmer, 28, was last seen Jan. 11.Hemmer's family is concerned because it is unusual for her not to stay in contact with her children, Snohomish County sheriff's spokeswoman Shari Ireton said.
Date: 02/01/2013 | Local News
Meet up with Stilly River’s bald eagles for 2-day festival
ARLINGTON -- The Skagit River's bald eagles get plenty of attention, but the Stillaguamish River watershed also supports one of the largest populations of wintering bald eagles in the lower 48 states.
Date: 01/30/2013 | Local News
Around Snohomish County
Arlington: School leader to speakKristine McDuffy, superintendent of Arlington Public Schools, plans to present her fifth annual State of the District address at 6 p.m. Thursday in the Byrnes Performing Arts Center, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd., at Arlington High School.
Date: 01/30/2013 | Local News
Victim of head-on crash moved to Seattle hospital
ARLINGTON -- The victim of a head-on crash on Highway 530 near Arlington this past weekend was listed Wednesday in satisfactory condition at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.
Date: 01/29/2013 | Local News
Marysville man, 82, was stabbed to death
MARYSVILLE -- Detectives trying to find the killer of an elderly Marysville man worked through the weekend following up on leads and attended his autopsy on...
Date: 01/29/2013 | Local News
Viking stands very tall
'Gypsy chain-saw carver' creates statue for Arlington park
Date: 01/28/2013 | Local News
Serious injuries in possible DUI crash near Arlington
ARLINGTON -- A pickup driver hit a small sports car head on while going the wrong way on Highway 530 on Sunday evening, leaving the other driver with potentially life-threatening injuries, the Washington State Patrol said.
Date: 01/27/2013 | Local News
The end of film
For small theaters, switch to digital can be a costly problem
Date: 01/26/2013 | Local News
Around Snohomish County
Arlington: Center offers chicken dinnerThe Stillaguamish Senior Center offers its monthly chicken dinner from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at the center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd.
Date: 01/24/2013 | Local News
High-speed chase ends in arrest of Monroe man
SMOKEY POINT -- A high-speed police pursuit wound through north Snohomish County on Tuesday morning before ending in the arrest of a 23-year-old Monroe man.Two police cars were rammed during the chase. No serious injuries were reported.The trouble started about 11:10 a.m.
Date: 01/22/2013 | Local News
Nonprofit health clinic to open in Arlington
A new nonprofit clinic providing medical, dental and counseling services to uninsured and low-income children and adults is scheduled to open this summer in Arlington.
Date: 01/21/2013 | Local News
Sewer rate to rise in Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Utilities customers won't see increases in their water bills this year. They can expect to pay $2 a month more for sewer service, though.
Date: 01/21/2013 | Local News
Our Towns
Arlington: Call for art, poetry entriesThe annual Eagle Photography, Nature Art Show and Nature Poetry Contest, all part of the Eagle Festival presented by the Stillaguamish Tribe and the city of Arlington on Feb. 1 and 2, needs submissions.
Date: 01/17/2013 | Local News
Front Porch: County burn ban downgraded
OK to burn againA burn ban imposed by the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency has been downgraded.
Date: 01/16/2013 | Local News
Around Snohomish County
Arlington: Save the Olympic group to meetTo learn about helping the Olympic Theatre continue operating in downtown Arlington, attend a meeting of Save the Olympic Theatre at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Local Scoop restaurant, 434 N. Olympic Ave.
Date: 01/16/2013 | Local News
Valley General Hospital to seek tax increase
MONROE -- Valley General Hospital, which has faced a string of multi-million dollar financial losses, will ask east Snohomish County voters to approve a tax increase in April.
Date: 01/14/2013 | Local News
MicroGreen to hire 200
Tribe's $5 million investment helping Arlington company
Date: 01/10/2013 | Business
Around Snohomish County
Arlington: Theater group needs kidsThe Blue Stilly Players community theater group plans to perform Feb. 2 at the Eagle Festival. The group is looking for for children of all ages to be a part of a short play that includes woodsy characters.
Date: 01/10/2013 | Local News
Minor flooding in forecast, and maybe a little snow
EVERETT -- Some nasty weather could be ahead for parts of Snohomish County.Both minor flooding and possible lowland snow are in the forecast this week.
Date: 01/09/2013 | Local News
Around the county
Arlington: County to close lane on 143rd Ave.The Snohomish County Department of Public Works advises motorists in the Arlington area about the single lane closure on 143 Avenue NE.
Date: 01/09/2013 | Local News
Accustomed to serving
Retired shop owner now volunteers at Arlington thrift store
Date: 01/08/2013 | Local News
Everett pavilion’s first baby of 2013 arrives
EVERETT -- Patrick Morgan wore the right T-shirt to the hospital Monday evening."Tonight is your lucky night," it read.
Date: 01/02/2013 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Scouts collect Christmas treesPeople can drop off their used Christmas trees at the Legion Park parking lot through Saturday in downtown Arlington.
Date: 01/02/2013 | Local News
Power of prayer
Two women lead Arlington gatherings that focus on well-being
Date: 12/29/2012 | Local News
Celebrate the new year in the lane or on skates
It's time to ring in the new year, so pick your poison.Will you celebrate with some comedy or a trip to the casino? Do you prefer a skate night with the kids or perhaps a little moonlight bowling?
Date: 12/28/2012 | Entertainment
Around the County
Arlington: Free movie WednesdayThe city of Arlington recreation department and the Olympic Theatre offer a free showing of the movie, "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the theater, 107 N. Olympic Ave.Seating is limited. The movie is rated PG.
Date: 12/27/2012 | Local News
Farm animals saved from barn fire near Arlington
ARLINGTON -- Several farm animals were rescued from an Arlington-area barn that caught fire early Wednesday morning.The fire was reported about 1:15 a.m. along Highway 530 about two miles north of town.
Date: 12/26/2012 | Local News
Arlington gets $1M grant to fix flooding at business park
ARLINGTON -- A business complex that is home to companies employing more than 600 people stands to benefit from a $1 million state grant to help the city fix drainage woes that cause economic problems.
Date: 12/24/2012 | Local News
Oso-area man injured after falling from tree
ARLINGTON -- An Oso-area man, 48, was expected to be flown to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle on Saturday night after a 25-foot fall from a tree.Crews initially rushed the man to a local hospital after the fall about 4 p.m., officials said.
Date: 12/22/2012 | Local News
Book shows names, faces of early Stilly Valley schools
ARLINGTON -- The Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society has released a book that includes the names and photos of many of the children who went to school in the river valley from the late 1880s to 1935.
Date: 12/21/2012 | Local News
Grant could help fix flooding at Arlington business park
ARLINGTON -- A business complex that is home to companies employing more than 600 people stands to benefit from a $1 million state grant to help the city fix drainage woes that cause economic problems.
Date: 12/17/2012 | Local News
Horse-rescue group, state settle
ARLINGTON -- An Arlington-based horse rescue operation has agreed to change its bookkeeping practices and how it solicits donations as part of a settlement with the state Attorney General's Office after a yearlong investigation into the group's fundraising practices.
Date: 12/15/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Make a gingerbread houseArlington Library is scheduled to host a "Build It, Eat It: Mini-Gingerbread Houses" at 1 p.m. Saturday at 135 N. Washington Ave.
Date: 12/12/2012 | Local News
In the blotters: Naked shopping, bad driving and beverage stealing
Here's a roundup of some of the funnier police blotter bits from around the county over the past few weeks. Most identifying details are removed.
Date: 12/10/2012 | Sirens
Arlington High goes green with solar panels
ARLINGTON -- Looking up at the outstretched wingtip of the bald eagle fixed to the side of John C. Larson Stadium at Arlington High School, it might surprise some people to know that beyond the feathers lies a recently completed clean, renewable energy site.
Date: 12/10/2012 | Business
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