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EvergreenHealth Monroe places $382 million bond on August ballot
The bond would fund a replacement hospital facility to address rising demand and aging infrastructure, officials say.
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Time to soak up the sun: Warm weather ahead for Snohomish County
The area will see its first 70-degree days of the year. Temperatures will peak Sunday with highs in…
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Puget Sound Bird Fest to return to Edmonds
The 22nd annual festival will feature guided bird walks, presentations, a birding cruise and more.
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Mill Creek moves forward in possible assumption of Penny Creek Natural Area
The council narrowly voted to execute an agreement with the current owner. If approved, the city would own…
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South County Fire to hold public hearing on potential capital bond
Community members can provide comment May 5 on the $420 million bond that would fund several station improvements.
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Everett reactivates Flock camera network after passage of new law
Mayor Cassie Franklin directed police to unpause the network in early April, a city spokesperson confirmed Tuesday.
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Providence Everett selects new hospitalist provider
Starting in July, the hospital will start a partnership with Vituity after ending its 20-year agreement with Optum.
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Lynnwood established public flagpole rules after pride flag controversy
Lynnwood Pride says it only recently learned about the new policy that went into effect in September.
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Board of Health adopts new rules for septic system inspections
Starting Nov. 1, the county will require inspections of all septic systems before a house is sold to…
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South County Fire board considers redistricting proposals
After Edmonds annexed into the regional fire authority, new districts are required for commissioner positions.
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Where to celebrate Earth Day in Snohomish County
Organizations throughout the county are hosting events from Wednesday to Saturday to promote environmental protection.
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Edmonds seeks applicants for planning board vacancy
Applications to serve as an alternate on the board are due by May 1. The member’s term would…
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Lynnwood discusses streamlining food truck permit process
Clearer guidelines could encourage more food truck vendors to operate in Lynnwood lawfully, city staff said.
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Wind advisory issued for parts of Snohomish County
The advisory is in effect from noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Gusts could reach 40 to 45 mph,…
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Edmonds College students release salmon into Lake Ballinger
Friday’s release of about 80 coho salmon is part of a larger effort to help the salmon population…
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Court of Appeals reopens Edmonds tree mandate case
The court previously dismissed the case, effectively ruling Edmonds no longer had to pay damages. The city has…
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Mountlake Terrace discusses options for closing budget gap
City staff presented the council with alternative revenue options Thursday, including a levy lid lift and raising vehicle…
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Edmonds approves contract for gasifier operations at sewage plant
The system has experienced several issues since 2023. The city is hopeful the technology will work as intended…
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Snohomish County health officials declare end of measles outbreak
The county’s last measles case was Feb. 17. Officials are urging residents to check their vaccination status ahead…
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Snohomish County Health Department braces for state funding reductions
While the Legislature restored a budget cut, vapor tax changes will result in a $21 million loss to…