Food & Drink
An ode to Buzz Inn Steakhouses, a Snohomish County institution
The local chain founded in 1981 now spans Arlington, Everett, Granite Falls, Lake Stevens, Marysville, Monroe and Snohomish.
Ben Watanabe
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Street Smarts columnist signs off from a dream job
Columnist and Everett local Ben Watanabe reflects on the lessons learned from over 3 years covering transportation.
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In light rail’s path, Casino Road businesses brace for impact
Where stations go, displacement and redevelopment follow. Everett is weighing options to cushion the blow for Casino Square.
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2 hospitalized after motorcycle crash on Highway 530
The driver and passenger were ejected from the motorcycle Sunday afternoon west of Darrington. DUI was suspected, according…
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Everett bike lanes’ white curb, paint confuse drivers on Madison
A reader asked for better warning about short curbs at Madison Street and Evergreen Way. Flexible posts are…
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Child care, mental health set for $2M in federal funding from Everett
Cost increases and shuttering child care centers prompted the city to dedicate ARPA funds to addressing the problem.
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County gives Everett $4M for replacement shelter purchase
The city will lead work to find a new site for a 40-bed shelter after the county ended…
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Everett passes code changes that could boost ADU construction
Since 2020, only 53 “mother-in-law” units have been approved, with another 11 under review. New rules could streamline…
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Drivers must reroute so salmon have a better commute near Mill Creek
This weekend, lanes on 128th Street SE and Highway 96 will be closed west of Dumas Road and…
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Everett library’s sensors to detect drug use are constantly buzzing
The Everett Public Library installed the devices in bathrooms in April. There were over 100 alerts in two…
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Reader: Are more drivers removing license plates?
State patrol traffic stop data doesn’t show a significant increase in plate or registration infractions.
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Everett at-large council race hosts crowded field for Position 6
A former council member, a past candidate, a first-time candidate and a former bikini barista stand owner make…
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Longtime member faces two first-timers for Everett City Council
Judy Tuohy, Judith Martinez and Bryce Nickel differ on approaches to issues like homelessness, housing and public safety.
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Heavy interest spurs free tutoring through summer in Everett
Connect Casino Road and House of Wisdom host two one-hour weekly sessions for K-12 students every Thursday.
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Changes ‘queued up’ for intersection at Dubuque, South Machias
Snohomish County Public Works is set to begin a study of intersection improvements near Lake Stevens.
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Neighbors hear pitch to turn Everett parish hall into daytime shelter
The former Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church building could be run as a five-day homeless service…
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Everett adds 2 parks to list of areas banning drug offenders
Henry M. Jackson and Wiggums Hollow parks now have “stay out of drug area” designations that prohibit drug…
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Everett ammo, gun tax proposal modeled after Seattle, Tacoma
A city director said the initial recommendation is a $30 tax per firearm and 3 to 5 cents…
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Leave early or late to skirt Independence Day travel throngs
Ferry terminals and roads are likely to get busy as early as Thursday afternoon. Here’s how to beat…
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Everett light rail choices refined amid calls for in-road options
Leaked documents gave a glimpse into possible displacement. But a final decision on locations is still years out.