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Edmonds council cuts ‘streateries’ permit fee in half
After weeks of deliberation, council members compromised on the cost of restaurants’ outdoor dining spaces.
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With icy forecast approaching, no shelters in Marysville, Arlington
North Snohomish County hasn’t had a cold weather shelter in two years. Next week may have single-digit temperatures.
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Around Snohomish County, students walk out to protest ‘rape culture’
Recent and past incidents sparked high school walkouts this fall in Everett, Lake Stevens and Snohomish.
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Edmonds council cuts short meeting on $4,000 ‘streatery’ permits
The city was weighing whether to half new permit fees for outdoor dining. But a citizen comment curtailed…
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After turmoil, search for Marysville superintendent begins
A new leader won’t be a fix-all, says the School Board president. It’s just a start.
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Edmonds council keeps ‘streateries,’ but businesses must pay
Council members were split 4-3 in approving the pricey $4,000 permit, with one calling it “elitist.”
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Tulalip students say change starts with the mascot
Tony Hatch, a Marysville Pilchuck senior, has been the target of racist slurs and war calls. She —…
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Laundry Outreach provides clean clothes, sense of dignity
The program offers free laundry while building relationships with those in need.
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Tulalip woman is among scores of missing Indigenous people
Mary Johnson-Davis, then 39, vanished over a year ago. A ceremony to honor her was held Thursday on…
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Are ‘streateries’ here to stay in Edmonds? Survey says yes
Outdoor dining structures were a lifesaver during the pandemic. Many business owners want to keep them. Others are…
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Tulalip elders vote to keep Tomahawks mascot in Marysville
The Tulalip Tribes chair said tribal members are conflicted. It leaves the school district in a complicated position.
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Lake Stevens councilmember says he profited off Costco deal
Until now, Marcus Tageant would not confirm his role in the multimillion-dollar sale of acreage that is soon…
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Some Lake Stevens homeowners now must buy flood insurance
Updated FEMA maps show some lakeside homes now sit in a designated flood hazard area, due to a…
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Snohomish adopts sales tax for mental health, affordable housing
The city’s new 0.1% tax is also under consideration elsewhere in Snohomish County.
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Arlington formally recognizes homeland of Stillaguamish people
A newly adopted acknowledgement is intended to show respect to native ancestors and their descendants.
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Ousted Marysville School Board president reflects on many challenges
Vanessa Edwards found herself at the center of controversy after controversy. Her opponent harnessed “hot-button” issues and won.
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‘Straightforward’ or ‘shenanigans,’ Edmonds adopts $121M budget
The City Council approved the budget weeks before two more-progressive candidates were to lose their seats.
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Search is on for new leader at Marysville School District
Two months ago, the School Board approved an agreement to let superintendent Jason Thompson go.
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Lake Stevens city employee gets protection order against boss
Meanwhile, the worker and the public works director both are under investigation, apparently for workplace behavior.
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‘A sharp kick in the wallet’: Lake Stevens to pay safety fines
The city initially appealed many alleged workplace violations. Mayor Brett Gailey pledged to do better.