Lake Stevens
Snohomish wins state lacrosse title
SEATTLE -- The Snohomish Lacrosse Club boys team captured its first Division II state championship with a 7-4 win over Garfield High School at Seattle's Memorial Stadium on Saturday, avenging last year's opening-round playoff loss to the Bulldogs.
Date: 05/26/2012 | High Schools
Life jackets set out at county lakes, beaches
LAKE STEVENS -- Snohomish County's free life jacket loaner program starts back up on Friday.Life jackets will be available for day use by swimmers and boaters, kids and adults, at cabinets around the county's popular waterways, officials said.
Date: 05/24/2012 | Local News
Suspect arrested shortly after bank robbery
LAKE STEVENS -- A suspected bank robber was arrested Wednesday shortly after the holdup.Lake Stevens police were alerted about 11 a.m. to a robbery at Union Bank at 909 Frontage Road, Sgt. Ron Brooks said.
Date: 05/24/2012 | Local News
State to stagger closure of liquor stores next week
The Washington State Liquor Control Board has announced a phased closure schedule for state liquor stores as we near the June 1 start of private liquor sales. With...
Date: 05/22/2012 | Bizblog
Glacier Peak's 'Seussical' is up for 11 awards
Glacier Peak High School drama teacher Patti Wade used the word "spectacle" to describe the Snohomish school's production of the musical "Seussical.""I felt we had a very strong production, full of spectacle as well as an exceptionally talented cast and crew," Wade said.
Date: 05/21/2012 | Life
Renewed life, renewed vows
Essay about husband’s cancer fight wins second trip down aisle
Date: 05/19/2012 | Local News
200 in county recent victims of mail theft
LAKE STEVENS -- It was shortly before noon May 1 when the man in a burgundy Toyota Corolla was pulled over because he wasn't wearing his seat belt.The man, 29, gave a phony name and claimed he didn't have any ID on him.The truth was, he had plenty of ID.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Local News
'Mr. Lake Stevens,' legislator Jim Mitchell dies
LAKE STEVENS -- People called him "Mr. Lake Stevens."Former 39th Legislative District state Rep. Jim Mitchell, 87, died May 6."He was an absolutely amazing man," said Arlene Hulten, a longtime friend and school district spokeswoman. "He was devoted to this community."
Date: 05/12/2012 | Local News
Reaching out to help Haiti
LAKE STEVENS -- The care and education of children in a northeastern city of Haiti is an important concern for Pastor Daniel Paul.
Date: 05/05/2012 | Local News
Front Porch: Relay for Life set for Sunday in Arlington
Relay for LifeThe next Arlington Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society is Sunday afternoon at Byrnes Performing Arts Center.Bruce Meyers' award-winning comedy and magic show takes the stage at 3 p.m. at 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd.
Date: 05/05/2012 | Local News
Luca’s in Lake Stevens serves authentic Italian
LAKE STEVENS -- Eggplant. It can so easily be turned into a mushy mess in the wrong hands.
Date: 05/04/2012 | Entertainment
Around the County
Arlington: Jazz band hosts dessert danceThe Arlington High School jazz bands' annual Swing Into Spring dessert dance is 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, in the school commons, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd.
Date: 05/03/2012 | Local News
Go for lunch, stay for fun at Lake Stevens Senior Center
The Lake Stevens Senior Center might have to start taking reservations for lunch.The center is one of the most popular places in town for Friday lunch, serving anywhere from 75 to 90 people starting at 11:30 a.m.
Date: 04/29/2012 | Life
Haitian pastor to visit Lake Stevens
LAKE STEVENS -- The Lamb of God Lutheran Church congregation is getting ready to welcome a visitor from Haiti.
Date: 04/28/2012 | Local News
State plans 2 roundabouts for Highway 92 at L. Stevens
LAKE STEVENS -- The design work for two roundabouts on Highway 92 is well under way, according to the state Department of Transportation.
Date: 04/26/2012 | Local News
Lake Stevens turns purple for Relay for Life
LAKE STEVENS -- Shop windows in this city are going purple.The paint, streamers and other purple decorations are all a sign of the Paint The Town Purple event set for Saturday.
Date: 04/26/2012 | Local News
Power pole ends pursuit of suspected prowler
LAKE STEVENS -- A suspected prowler suffered serious injuries early Thursday morning after crashing his Jeep into a power pole following a short police chase.The pursuit began in southeast Marysville shortly after midnight, Marysville police Cmdr. Robb Lamoureux said.
Date: 04/20/2012 | Local News
Our Towns: Around the County
The Stillaguamish Senior Center offers a workshop for unpaid family caregivers from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday at the center, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd.
Date: 04/20/2012 | Local News
Suspect trapped by downed power lines after chase
LAKE STEVENS -- A police pursuit and crash in Snohomish County trapped a suspected car prowler under downed power lines for more than an hour, KIRO-TV reported.
Date: 04/19/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Free community concertSisco Heights Community Club is organizing a free concert named the "Spring Jamb session" starting at 7 p.m. Friday at the Club House, 13527 99th Ave. NE, Arlington.
Date: 04/18/2012 | Local News
2 arrested in string of burglaries during funerals
MARYSVILLE -- Two men accused of pillaging homes across Snohomish County while homeowners were attending the funerals of loved ones have been arrested.
Date: 04/16/2012 | Local News
Injured worker is home
Doctor surprised by Boeing worker's quick recovery
Date: 04/06/2012 | Local News
Census snapshot: Lake Stevens
This is one of a series of looks at Snohomish and Island county communities based on data from the U.S. Census of 2010.
Date: 04/01/2012 | Need to Know
Voices of the mill
Paper mill gave workers a chance to grow (video)
Date: 03/31/2012 | The Last Smokestack
Voices of the mill: Ronni Sheflo, 56, of Lake Stevens
In this series, we're telling the stories of what the Kimberly-Clark mill closure means for workers and for Everett, which has been defined by mills for more than a century.
Date: 03/29/2012 | The Last Smokestack
Lake Stevens house, trailer destroyed in fires
LAKE STEVENS -- A couple escaped their home before it was destroyed by flames early Saturday morning, Lake Stevens firefighters said.
Date: 03/24/2012 | Local News
Lake Stevens boy seriously injured in bike accident
MARYSVILLE -- A Marysville Pilchuck High School student is in serious condition after a dirt bike accident.
Date: 03/16/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Granite Falls: Horse camp holds essay contestHorse Country Farm's annual horse essay contest is back.
Date: 03/15/2012 | Local News
A community reborn
Viewpoints: How Lake Stevens is being carefully transformed
Date: 03/11/2012 | Commentary
Our Towns: Around the County
Everett: Public comments soughtThe city's Public Works Department plans to install a 4,200-square-foot fabric-covered structure over the top of the biosolids composting material and equipment pad at the city's Water Pollution Control Facility.
Date: 03/08/2012 | Local News
Holocaust survivor tells Lake Stevens students about experiences
LAKE STEVENS -- Fred Taucher stood near a black and white photograph of a woman projected on a screen set inside Cavelero Mid High School.
Date: 03/05/2012 | Local News
What mayors in Snohomish County are paid
If you're going to be a mayor in Snohomish County, you want to be mayor in Everett. That's because the job pulls down an annual salary of $154,956. Not to mention health care and a pension. And that makes sense: Everett is the biggest city in the county. But it doesn't pay to be the head honcho in...
Date: 02/19/2012 | Need to Know
Front Porch: Workshop for the college bound
Everett Community College is hosting a free evening of workshops for elementary, middle and high school students and their families at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday in EvCC's Student Fitness Center, 2206 Tower St.
Date: 02/13/2012 | Local News
Snohomish outreach center expands to help needy
SNOHOMISH -- A new outreach center is coming to help those in need.The Lake Stevens Family Center is expanding and plans to open a branch in Snohomish as early as this spring.
Date: 02/06/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Arlington: Volunteer for city commissionsVolunteers are needed to fill vacancies on Arlington's Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission, the Planning Commission and the Cemetery Board, which provide support and advice to the mayor and City Council.
Date: 02/01/2012 | Local News
Friends plan fundraising dinner for Lake Stevens coach injured by car
LAKE STEVENS -- A fundraiser is planned today for a Lake Stevens football coach who remains hospitalized after being hit by a car earlier this month.
Date: 01/27/2012 | Local News
Around the County
Lake Stevens: Get help with tax returnsAppointments are being scheduled at the Lake Stevens Family Center for people who would like to receive help preparing their income tax returns. Limited free appointments are available from 9 a.m. through noon Feb. 6 and Feb. 13.
Date: 01/23/2012 | Local News
Front Porch: Arlington parade cancelled
Parade canceledA Disney-themed parade of lights planned for Saturday in Arlington as part of the kickoff of the Relay For Life events has been canceled due to the weather.It will be rescheduled for an undetermined date in the spring.
Date: 01/21/2012 | Local News
North Snohomish County update
Marysville: Civics class rescheduledA free one-night civics class meant to provide residents with an insider's look at the Marysville's court system and how it functions as the judiciary branch for local government has been rescheduled.
Date: 01/20/2012 | Local News
North County Update
Camano Island: Community center Crab Fest fundraiserWhat Camano artist and musician Jack Archibald calls the annual Invasion of the Crustaceans happens Saturday when Camano Center volunteers offer up their Crab Fest to raise money for senior and community programs.
Date: 01/18/2012 | Local News
Bail set for Lake Stevens man who allegedly choked woman, struck man with SUV
EVERETT -- Bail was set at $500,000 Monday for a Lake Stevens man accused of choking his former girlfriend Friday before allegedly using his SUV to crush her new boyfriend.
Date: 01/10/2012 | Local News
Driver sought in intentional hit-and-run in Lake Stevens
LAKE STEVENS -- Police in Lake Stevens were looking for a Marysville man they believe intentionally struck another man with his SUV early Friday afternoon.
Date: 01/07/2012 | Local News
Man killed in Lake Stevens-area crash is identified
LAKE STEVENS -- Officials have identified a man killed in a wreck on Highway 92 in the Lake Stevens area last week.
Date: 01/04/2012 | Local News
North Snohomish County update
Arlington: Revolution is class topicThrough the city recreation department, Frank Barden plans to teach a free class on the American Revolution.
Date: 01/04/2012 | Local News
Harsher penalty for vehicular homicide possible
Over the years, Snohomish County Prosecutor Mark Roe has had to explain to grieving families the likely punishment awaiting those who have killed their love ones.
Date: 12/31/2011 | Local News
Lake Stevens plans two traffic circles to ease Frontier Village congestion
LAKE STEVENS -- Getting in and out of Lake Stevens Center isn't easy.City officials know this and believe a potential fix for some traffic congestion is set to be constructed in the spring.
Date: 12/30/2011 | Local News
Fatal crash closes Highway 92 in Lake Stevens area
LAKE STEVENS -- One person was killed in a wreck Tuesday afternoon on Highway 92 in the Lake Stevens area. The investigation closed the highway for hours as police investigated.
Date: 12/27/2011 | Local News
Front Porch: Volunteer firefighters wanted on Camano Island
Firefighters soughtCamano Island needs more volunteer firefighters.Most of the country is protected by volunteer firefighters, Camano Island Assistant Fire Chief Levon Yengoyan said.
Date: 12/27/2011 | Local News
Soft and fuzzy graffiti
'Yarn bomber' leaves a holiday mark on Everett art
Date: 12/23/2011 | Local News
North County Update
Arlington: Free film for kids at Olympic"The Smurfs" is this year's free movie for kids at the Olympic Theater in downtown Arlington.Offered by the city of Arlington, an anonymous donor and the theater, the annual winter break movie usually packs in crowds.
Date: 12/23/2011 | Local News
Wash. vs. Oregon
Big interstate rivalry between Lake Stevens, Roseburg tonight
Date: 12/20/2011 | High Schools
Lake Stevens cancer patient needs another round of help
Help is needed again for Barbara Hawkins of Lake Stevens.I wrote about Hawkins and her daughter, Sarah Lien, on Aug. 16, 2010, in a column titled "Mother, daughter battling cancer."Their friend and supporter, Sherri Pribble-Jones, said the current news isn't good.
Date: 12/20/2011 | Local News
County prosecutor wont pursue manslaughter charge against builder of boat in fatal sinking
LAKE STEVENS -- Prosecutors have declined to file charges against a King County man who police believe knowingly sold an unsafe boat that capsized on Lake Stevens two years ago, killing a woman.
Date: 12/14/2011 | Local News
North Snohomish County update
Arlington: Giving tree still needs helpThe Giving Gift Tree at Arlington United Church, at Fourth Street and McLeod Avenue, is filled with gift tags for suggested gift items for the benefit of Kid's Kloset in Arlington.
Date: 12/14/2011 | Local News
Wesco North live
Follow boys hoops action from Monroe, Arlington in live blog
Date: 12/13/2011 | Prep Zone
Front Porch: Granite Falls school office moving
School office movingThe Granite Falls School District administration office is set to move Thursday to 205 N. Alder Ave.
Date: 12/13/2011 | Local News
Who will win Wesco North boys hoops title?
With wins over Lake Stevens and Monroe, the Snohomish boys basketball team has jumped out to an early lead in the Wesco North standings. But does that mean they're the team to beat? Who do you think will win the Wesco North boys basketball title?
Date: 12/12/2011 | Prep Zone
Nearly 1 in 7 students out sick at Lake Stevens elementary school
LAKE STEVENS -- Nearly one out of every seven students from Sunnycrest Elementary School stayed home sick Monday.
Date: 12/12/2011 | Local News
All-Area Football
Vikings QB Jake Nelson is The Herald's offensive POY
Date: 12/11/2011 | High Schools
Front Porch: Granite Falls High School Alumni Hall of Fame
Hall of FameNominations are being accepted for the annual Granite Falls High School Alumni Hall of Fame inductees.
Date: 12/10/2011 | Local News
Vikings top Spartans
Strong second half lifts Lake Stevens over Stanwood
Date: 12/09/2011 | High Schools
Prep boys basketball: Lake Stevens 55, Stanwood 48
STANWOOD -- Three players scored in double figures for Lake Stevens, including Lorin Vandergrift with 16 points, Devin Stoen 15, and Kevin Smith 10 to lead the Vikings to the Wesco North win. Josh Thayer scored 25 points, including five three-pointers, to pace Stanwood. At Stanwood H.S.
Date: 12/09/2011 | High Schools
Notes and Quotes: ‘No easy nights in the North'
Tuesday night's Wesco North clash between Lake Stevens and Snohomish featured two 2-0 teams squaring off in their conference opener. Snohomish finished on top, 62-56, but the game was close throughout.
Date: 12/07/2011 | Prep Zone
North County briefly
Arlington: Whidbey poet to read at galleryFogdog Gallery, 318 N. Olympic Ave., at the Petite Sweet Bakery, continues its poetry readings at 7 p.m. Thursday with Lorraine Healy of Whidbey Island.
Date: 12/07/2011 | Local News
Volleyball All-Area teams
The Herald's All-Area volleyball first and second teams
Date: 12/06/2011 | High Schools
Soccer All-Area Teams
The Herald's girls soccer All-Area first and second teams
Date: 12/05/2011 | High Schools
Lake Stevens sends new shoreline plan to state
LAKE STEVENS -- Docks might be longer and bulkheads more environmentally friendly under new shoreline rules the city hopes the state will approve next year.
Date: 12/05/2011 | Local News
Around the County
Everett: Human need grant applications availableNon-profits may apply to receive money set aside by the city for human services.
Date: 12/05/2011 | Local News
Front Porch: Dance for the Raptors
Dance for the RaptorsAudition for the Everett Raptors Dance Team at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Manhattan Center, 1611 Everett Ave., in Everett.
Date: 12/03/2011 | Local News
Lake Stevens police investigate two recent bank robberies
LAKE STEVENS -- Police in Lake Stevens are trying to solve two bank robberies that have occurred during the past two weeks.Chase Bank, 9009 Market Place, was robbed around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Lake Stevens Police Chief Randy Celori said.
Date: 11/30/2011 | Local News
Vote for best defender
Cast your vote for the All-Area defensive player of the year
Date: 11/29/2011 | Prep Zone
Girl struck by car near Lake Stevens suffers serious injuries
LAKE STEVENS -- A 14-year-old girl suffered serious injuries Tuesday morning after she was hit by a car south of Lake Stevens.The accident occurred around 6:50 a.m. in the 11900 block of 20th Street SE.The girl is a freshman at Snohomish High School and in the area to meet a school bus.
Date: 11/29/2011 | Local News
Who is Offensive POY?
Cast your vote for the All-Area football offensive POY
Date: 11/29/2011 | Prep Zone
All-Wesco teams: swimming & diving, cross country, boys tennis
GIRLS SWIM & DIVENorth First Team200 Free: Kalena Laurent, Jr. Cascade500 Free: Demetra Laurent, Fr. Cascade200 IM: Kaitlin Taylor, Jr. Jackson100 Back: Cathryn Armstrong, Fr. Monroe50 Free: Maddelene Baker, Sr. Snohomish
Date: 11/29/2011 | High Schools
Front Porch: Charles Dickens Fair
What the DickensMore than 90 vendors, dressed in Charles Dickens-era clothes, are set to sell their handcrafted wares while children from the Lake Stevens School District schools perform and sing carols Saturday at the annual Dickens Fair.
Date: 11/29/2011 | Local News
Report details wild high-speed pursuit
EVERETT -- Bail was maintained at $10,000 Monday for a Lake Stevens man accused of sideswiping a sheriff's office patrol car during a high-speed chase Saturday.Speeds reached up to 100 mph on South Machias Road during the pursuit, according to court papers.
Date: 11/28/2011 | Local News
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW: No. 10 Lake Stevens (12-0) vs. Skyview (10-2)
Tonight, 7 p.m.Tacoma Dome, TacomaLive blog: www.heraldnet.com/prepzoneRadio: KRKO (1380 AM)Webcast: www.wiaanetwork.comPairing history: First meeting.
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
Recording Lake Stevens' magical football season
From last-minute comebacks to stunning punt returns, this has been a magical season for the Lake Stevens football team.And thanks to Tony Soper. the whole thing has been recorded for posterity.
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
The march to 12-0
A look back, in photos, at Lake Stevens' incredible season
Date: 11/25/2011 | High Schools
Girls hoops team capsules
A sneak peek at the area's girls basketball teams
Date: 11/24/2011 | High Schools
Watch Lake Stevens-Skyview playoff game online
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association will be broadcasting a number of state playoff football games this weekend, including Saturday's 4A semifinal game between Lake Stevens and Skyview.Here's a link to the page.
Date: 11/23/2011 | Prep Zone
North County Update
Arlington: Make a Christmas wreathThe Arlington Garden Club is holding its annual holiday wreath-making workshop at 10 a.m. Saturday in the community room at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, 18513 59th Ave. NE.Suggested donation is $4 for greenery and instruction.
Date: 11/23/2011 | Local News
Vikings shock Eastlake
Lake Stevens beats Eastlake to advance to state semis
Date: 11/19/2011 | High Schools
Front Porch: Romantic farce staged at Stanwood High School theater
Romantic farce"The Servant of Two Masters" is on stage tonight at Stanwood High School.Set in Venice during the 1700s, this tangled tale of love draws on the traditions and characters of the commedia dell'arte theater, the director said.
Date: 11/19/2011 | Local News
Vikings' playoff live blog
Lake Stevens takes on Eastlake in state playoff football game
Date: 11/19/2011 | Prep Zone
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Lake Stevens (11-0) vs. Eastlake (10-1)
Live blog: heraldnet.com/prepzone Twitter: @aaronlommersAt stake: Spot in 4A semifinals against Bellarmine Prep/Skyview winner
Date: 11/18/2011 | High Schools
North County Update
Darrington: Apply to be a fire commissionerDarrington Fire District 24 is accepting letters of interest from people who want to serve as a fire commissioner for the district.
Date: 11/18/2011 | Local News
Boat builder a suspect in accidental 2009 Lake Stevens death
LAKE STEVENS -- A Western Washington boat maker is the target of a criminal investigation into the drowning death of a Lake Stevens woman in July 2009.
Date: 11/17/2011 | Local News
Front Porch: Christmas story ideas wanted
Christmas ideasWe need your help. We're looking for a beautiful story to tell on Christmas Day. If you have an idea, please contact reporter Debra Smith at dsmith@heraldnet.com.Vote for your favorite band: The Rock, Wood Fired Pizza & Spirits, offers a band competition.
Date: 11/17/2011 | Local News




