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Boeing workers long-exposed to carcinogen far above legal limits
The company confirmed in depositions that parts of its Everett plant still don’t meet 2010 standards.
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After Sunday snow, more wintry weather coming to Everett area
Flurries are expected to subside Monday, then pick up again Tuesday, says National Weather Service.
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More shootings in Everett: 2 men wounded early Saturday
One person was taken to a hospital. In a separate incident, another walked into an emergency room.
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For embattled Boeing doctor’s family, a ‘posthumous vindication’
Barry Dunphy warned Boeing about its toxic chemicals. The company’s reaction changed his demeanor, but not his values,…
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Boeing knew of ‘elevated’ miscarriage rate in ’80s, but followup fizzled
Company doctors found it “difficult” to link chemicals to worker ailments. A thorough study would’ve been “inviting liability,”…
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A recap of 3 lawsuits over chemical exposure at Boeing plants
Parents believe toxins in company factories caused serious birth defects in their kids.
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Born with heart defect, Boeing worker’s child ‘never knew anything different’
Six years ago, Marie Riley heard about a law firm seeking aerospace workers whose children suffered birth defects…
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Secret files reveal Boeing doctor warned of toxic risks, birth defects
In 1980, a doctor wrote factory chemicals would cause “life-long chronic illness, cancer and death.” Lawsuits claim his…
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With manager departing, Alderwood staff takes aim at board
The union said the water district commissioners let conditions worsen with Dick McKinley in charge.
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After no-confidence vote, Alderwood water district manager to retire
Flooded with complaints, the district’s board has placed General Manager Dick McKinley on paid leave.
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Paine Field named favorite to expand as counterpart to Sea-Tac
Three rural sites south of Seattle are being considered for a new airport, too, officials said this week.
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At Snohomish County Walk to End Alzheimer’s, hope amid pain
Over 100 people gathered at Boxcar Park on Saturday, optimistic the disease will one day be cured.
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Water district keeps leadership, for now, despite staff woes
Investigations found Alderwood General Manager Dick McKinley broke ethics rules, more than once.
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Alderwood water district staff emails add to ‘toxic workplace’ claims
A district employee confronted the board of directors at a public meeting about a “culture of fear” among…
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Water district employee alleges toxic leadership
Staff angst about Alderwood’s general manager flared last week. Commissioners say they’re listening.
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Burst pipe damages Edmonds library; building to shutter for weeks
Books and media stayed dry. But Sno-Isle Libraries is unsure about the extent of damage to the building.
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Police: Gunman fires shot, pulls woman from car in Lynnwood carjacking
The suspect, a man in his 20s or 30s, fled south on Highway 99. Seattle police found him…
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More than 1,100 utility customers lose power in Marysville
The Snohomish County Public Utility District attributed the outages to “equipment failure.”
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Sued over pollution, Port of Everett works on water quality issues
Testing found stormwater toxins above permit limits, a watchdog says. State regulations require a fix.
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Paine Field development plan envisions an expanded terminal
Once Sea-Tac Airport reaches capacity, the Everett airport is on the short list to absorb unmet demand by…