Through sticky notes or therapy, Sultan senior wants to help

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Through sticky notes or therapy, Sultan senior wants to help

Jasmine Romero hit a rough patch freshman year. Now, she wants students to know they’ll be alright.

After complaints and appeals, Stanwood crematorium approved

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After complaints and appeals, Stanwood crematorium approved

Owner William Dexter said he’s lost about $65,000 of business since the city halted construction.

Lexa hangs out in a window frame in the lobby at the Camano Animal Shelter Association on Friday, Nov. 15, 2019 in Camano Island, Wash. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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Small Camano shelter likes “the ones that take extra work”

The no-kill Camano Animal Shelter is known for rehabilitating animals with behavior or health issues.

Stevens Pass ski area still one good storm away from opening

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Stevens Pass ski area still one good storm away from opening

On Wednesday, the resort needed another few feet of snow to open. Flurries are expected this week.

Years in the making, plan puts science behind saving farms

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Years in the making, plan puts science behind saving farms

The Snohomish Conservation District has a plan to preserve a $157 million agriculture industry.

New berm will offer flood protection, views in Stanwood

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New berm will offer flood protection, views in Stanwood

The million-dollar project will protect a historic downtown stretch and will have a wide paved path.

Football and friendship: You could call this Turkey Bowl XXV

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Football and friendship: You could call this Turkey Bowl XXV

An annual post-Thanksgiving touch game has kept this group together since 1995.

Health District to take over naloxone distribution in 2020

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Health District to take over naloxone distribution in 2020

The county cut funding for the life-saving drug that reverses the effects of an opioid overdose.

July’s Monroe earthquake is informing plans for future danger

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July’s Monroe earthquake is informing plans for future danger

Gathered by lucky accident, data from the 4.6-magnitude quake could help assess bigger hazards.

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Money lender challenged Everett woman to shoot her; she did

The victim, who was owed $350, was shot in the leg Saturday in a confrontation on Colby Avenue.

EvergreenHealth Monroe chooses new chief executive

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EvergreenHealth Monroe chooses new chief executive

Lisa LaPlante, who has served as interim leader, will be the new chief administrative officer.

Boardmember responds to allegations, minus a key complaint

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Boardmember responds to allegations, minus a key complaint

Embattled Stanwood-Camano School Board director Al Schreiber defended his promotion of a candidate.

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PUD accepting applications for low-income solar power grant

The grant is open to nonprofit or government organizations and totals about $27,500.

Fire District 7 levy failed; North County count still close

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Fire District 7 levy failed; North County count still close

The North County Fire Authority was “cautiously optimistic” that their levy lift would pass.

Wet hair, don’t care: Stanwood senior excels in pool and school

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Wet hair, don’t care: Stanwood senior excels in pool and school

Stanwood High School senior Jetlynn Hau graduates this spring. She hopes to swim in college in 2020.

School board member steps down — just not the one accused

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School board member steps down — just not the one accused

On Wednesday, parents had called for Stanwood-Camano school board president Al Schreiber to resign.

‘That’s it?’ Stanwood-Camano parents want answers

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‘That’s it?’ Stanwood-Camano parents want answers

School district leaders said little to ease concerns about suspect campaign tactics.

Four fire districts have propositions on November ballot

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Four fire districts have propositions on November ballot

They are asking voters to approve property tax proposals, their main source of revenue.

Wednesday meeting to address Stanwood campaign allegations

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Wednesday meeting to address Stanwood campaign allegations

The Stanwood-Camano School Board meeting is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. at district headquarters.

Newcomers seek positions on Stanwood-Camano school board

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Newcomers seek positions on Stanwood-Camano school board

Two veterans are defending their seats. A few first-time candidates hope to bring fresh perspective.