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YMCA fitness instructor challenges, empowers Everett residents
Gael Gebow has made inclusivity and healthy living her focus in 23 years at the YMCA.
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Everett council president pitches ban on serving in 2 elected offices
Departing City Council member Brenda Stonecipher’s ordinance would only apply to one current member, Mary Fosse, who feels…
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Mukilteo-Clinton ferry gets grant for renovations focused on walk-ons
The $4.8 million grant from the feds will be split between six aging Washington ferries, to improve the…
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Over $130M for affordable housing set to be approved by County Council
The five-year investment plan of the 0.1% sales tax aims to construct 550 new affordable units.
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General election results stamped official by canvassing board
In Snohomish County, one hand recount will take place. Officials said ballot challenges were down this year.
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County, state seek to improve on paltry turnout in local elections
How do you build on a 36% turnout? State legislators are weighing a longer ballot in even-numbered years,…
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Snohomish County funds Spanish voters’ pamphlets, but not ballots — yet
The county could become the second in the state to provide Spanish-language ballots without being required to.
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On National Adoption Day, 11 Snohomish County families grow by 1
There were tears of joy in the county courthouse on Friday when Sean Myers, 8, was adopted Friday.
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‘Aloha’ to first Honolulu flight from Paine Field
Passengers boarded Alaska Airlines’ inaugural flight from Everett to Oahu on Friday. It’s a new daily nonstop service.
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On Hat Island, longtime Everett mayor finds way back in public office
Ray Stephanson won his Hat Island fire commissioner seat by a landslide, 52-3. He’s also vice-president of the…
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Suspicious mail sent to Snohomish County elections office
The auditor’s office, which was still counting votes, said the mail matched the description of envelopes received by…
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54 votes separate Mill Creek race; some gaps widen in new ballot count
The outcome of many major races remained largely unchanged with updated election results Wednesday in Snohomish County.
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Addressing opioids is ‘issue of the year’ for Snohomish County
County officials hope strengthening state law is the key to slowing down a multifaceted opioid crisis.
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Incumbents lead for Snohomish County executive, council, assessor
Dave Somers and Megan Dunn, both Democrats, held big leads in county executive and county council races.
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What you need to know on Election Day in Snohomish County
Deliver your votes to a ballot box before 8 p.m. to ensure your voice is heard in this…
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Diversity report identifies gaps in support at Snohomish County offices
The report suggests Black employees feel less acceptance in the workplace. “We understand that there is more work…
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Ex-Snohomish mayor faces political newcomer in City Council bid
John Kartak touts his fiscal responsibility. Maygen Hetherington wants to focus on small business and growth.
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Lake Stevens council candidates talk transit, transparency, police
Gloria Ngezaho believes the mayor should’ve signed a Pride proclamation. Kymm Shipman wants a stronger police presence.
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Everett-based Housing Hope cuts positions amid financial troubles
A Housing Hope spokesperson said layoffs of over 10 percent of the staff were “painful” but necessary —…
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Ban on cash-free businesses passes in unincorporated Snohomish County
The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved an ordinance Wednesday, setting fines for businesses that don’t accept cash.