Amid safety concerns, Everett e-scooters likely here to stay

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Amid safety concerns, Everett e-scooters likely here to stay

Since the pilot began in mid-May, over 28,000 rides have been taken in the city.

In May, 100 rentable e-scooters were dropped in Everett and since have been whizzing down sidewalks in the city. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)

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Everett e-scooter pilot update tonight at council meeting

City Council is considering permanently adding the rentable scooters to city.

The new location of Everett Farmers Market opened on Wetmore Avenue in Everett on Aug. 4. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Long parking lines, costs led Everett Farmers Market to move

Emails between port officials and market leaders reveal concerns about maintaining order.

As flashing lights appear, when must drivers pull over?

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As flashing lights appear, when must drivers pull over?

Tow trucks heading toward a scene should be given the right of way, just like emergency responders.

Looking east toward the U.S. 2 trestle as cars begin to backup in Everett. (Andy Bronson / Herald file)

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Relief for drivers: No more weekend closures of US 2 trestle

Crews were able to finish major work ahead of schedule. Overnight lane reductions are still to come.

A rendering of Compass Health’s newest project, a 82-unit supportive housing building at the corner of Lombard Avenue and 33rd Street. (Compass Health)

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Compass Health seeks new Everett supportive housing project

The plan also includes demolishing its Broadway building for a new treatment and addiction center.

Most of the time Highway 526 flows smoothly, says the state Department of Transportation, but during Boeing shift releases congestion builds. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)

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Lots at stake for commuters, neighbors with Highway 526 plan

The state aims to release a design for the corridor this fall, with work starting in 2021 or…

Hospice workers with Providence Hospice and Homecare of Snohomish County launched a billboard campaign in Everett calling for the organization to put patients before executive pay. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)

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Hospice workers go big in labor spat with Providence Health

Three years after unionizing the bargaining team is still negotiating a contract with the agency.

Cannabis stores in Everett are raking in millions of dollars

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Cannabis stores in Everett are raking in millions of dollars

The City Council is considering doubling the number of marijuana shops.

Paving work on the U.S. 2 trestle during a weekend last year when the weather actually cooperated with moisture-sensitive construction. (Washington State Department of Transportation)

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Work will close westbound U.S. 2 trestle this weekend

With clear skies expected, the state Department of Transportation plans to repave the roadway.

A quest to end queue jumping, especially on I-405 to Highway 522

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A quest to end queue jumping, especially on I-405 to Highway 522

Drivers use the maneuver to bypass a line of cars, waiting to merge until the last second.

3 councilmembers, city planner want to be Edmonds’ next mayor

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3 councilmembers, city planner want to be Edmonds’ next mayor

The seat was left open after Dave Earling decided not to seek a third term.

The Everett Station District Alliance says the area is ripe for redevelopment. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)

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Grand plans forming for the Everett Station area

A group wants to form a business improvement area to transform the largely industrial neighborhood.

Community Tranist hiring frenzy continues

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Community Tranist hiring frenzy continues

Since 2016, the agency has expanded by 25 percent. New recruits include PhDs and retirees.

Everett set to add 80 parking spots near transit station

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Everett set to add 80 parking spots near transit station

The parking lot south of the Swift terminal will be expanded to accommodate the new spaces.

The reversible express lanes I-5 most days flow toward Seattle during the morning commute and north in the evenings. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)

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A driver can dream: Can I-5 express lanes be more nimble?

And switch direction to adjust to current conditions rather than stick to a strict schedule.

Farmers Market is leaving Boxcar, moving to downtown Everett

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Farmers Market is leaving Boxcar, moving to downtown Everett

Limited parking and future construction at the port prompted the exploration of other locations.

Edmonds mayoral candidate’s tax lien surfaces before primary

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Edmonds mayoral candidate’s tax lien surfaces before primary

Mike Nelson said the debt, which was paid off last year, doesn’t disqualify him from office.

Proposed high-speed rail not pie-in-the-sky idea, says WSDOT

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Proposed high-speed rail not pie-in-the-sky idea, says WSDOT

A study says the network from Portland to Vancouver could cost up to $42 billion — and serve…

One possible vision of the future Mariner light rail station area. (Snohomish County)

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County sees a dense, tall future near light rail stations

Buildings 10 stories or higher could tower over stops off I-5 at Ash Way and Mariner park and…