A group of travelers aboard the MV Suquamish watch from the sun deck as MV Tokitae passes starboard side on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, in the waters near Clinton, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Two rescued from Puget Sound after Edmonds ferry diverted

Kitsap County Sheriff deputies pulled the two sailors out of the water. Both survived.

Boq, left, and Dorothy, two puppies up for adoption at the Everett Animal Shelter's 'Puppy-palooza' event on Sunday. (Provided photos)

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Move aside, basketball fans. In Everett, it’s time for ‘March Muttness.’

The Everett Animal Shelter is competing with other shelters to raise donations. A ‘Puppy-palooza’ adoption event is also…

Officials gather near two of Everett’s electric buses to discuss the new BattGenie system on Monday, June 27, 2022, at the Everett Transit bus yard in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Everett Transit seeks feedback on route changes

The local transit agency is looking to increase connections to regional service. Feedback is due April 6.

A no trespassing sign threatens prosecution at the site of Mother Nature’s Window Park along 55th Drive NE on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, in Marysville, Washington. The patch of woods is overgrown, but there are plans to open the land back to the public after it is renovated. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Marysville to host open house for Mother Nature’s Window

The park has been closed to the public for decades. The city hopes to open it later this…

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Everett council could issue more than $200 million in bonds

The bonds would help pay for water and sewer projects, as well as some construction work.

From left, Eric, Riddhi, and 8-year-old Ajay Blow on Jan. 17 at Brooklyn Bros. Pizza in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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At 20, he’s a Silvertips star. What’s life like off the ice?

Tyler MacKenzie balances life and hockey by hanging out with teammates, going golfing and playing ‘Fortnite’ with an…

A screenshot from Alan Rubio's campaign announcement video released on Feb. 26 shows him wearing an 'Infinity Gauntlet,' a reference to a Marvel comic book villain.

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Using comic book reference, libertarian announces run for Everett council

Alan Rubio previously ran for a seat on a wastewater district board. He announced his council campaign while…

Interim Marysville School District Superintendent David Burgess speaks at a presentation regarding potential school closures Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, at Marysville Pilchuck High School. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Marysville board appoints new interim superintendent

Deborah Rumbaugh, the former Stanwood-Camano superintendent, will replace Dave Burgess. Burgess said he left the position to be…

Emilee Swenson pulls kids around in a wagon at HopeWorks' child care center Tomorrow’s Hope, a job training program for people interested in child care, on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021 in Everett, Washington. HopeWorks is one of the organizations reciving funding from the ARPA $4.3 million stipend. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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Snohomish council members push to improve child care access

A proposed ordinance would relax zoning requirements for child care facilities in unincorporated areas.

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Everett updates noise control ordinance

The amendment changes certain language to make enforcement easier, city staff said.

A person waits in line at a pharmacy next to a sign advertising free flu shots with most insurance on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Have you had the flu yet, Snohomish County? You’re not alone.

The rate of flu-related hospitalizations is the highest it’s been in six years, county data shows, and there…

Pat Cronin and Jamie Lyon look over a zoning district map draft of Everett on display during an Everett Planning Department open house at Everett Station on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett staff share comprehensive plan info at open house

The city is looking for feedback from residents on its 2044 comprehensive plan update.

An image of Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin is reflected in a storefront window during the State of the City Address on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at thee Everett Mall in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Everett mayor to deliver state of the city address

The event will take place on March 27. Tickets are $55.

Jasmine Donahue walks inside Hope ’N Wellness on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett homeless service facing closure finds possible new home

Our Lady of Hope Church is set to host Hope ‘N Wellness beginning in April. The move would…

The new Marysville School District Superintendent Dr. David Burgess speaks during a meeting announcing his hiring to the position on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Marysville alternative high school opens online program

Legacy High School’s new program, Legacy Online, began in mid-January and is set to expand. It introduced remote…

Afternoon traffic moves along the U.S. 2 trestle between Everett and Lake Stevens on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021 in Everett, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett is planning for lots of growth. Here’s how.

The city’s comprehensive plan update needs to prepare for 65,000 more residents, 84,300 new jobs and 36,500 new…

Yakima cherries from Cazares Farms at the Everett Farmers Market across from the Everett Station in Everett, Washington on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Everett Farmers Market to return Sunday

“Get Ready” markets will open once per month in Feburary, March and April before the market holds its…

A COVID-19 and influenza vaccine on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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15 in Snohomish County killed by flu, highest in three years

Emergency department visits and hospitalizations related to the flu are also higher than previous years, county health officials…

Anthony Brock performs at Artisans PNW during the first day of the Fisherman’s Village Music Fest on Thursday, May 16, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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20 musicians to perform at Fisherman’s Village Musical Festival

The three-day music festival is scheduled to take place from May 15 to 17.

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Open house on Everett comprehensive plan coming Feb. 26

The state requires fast-growing cities like Everett to create comprehensive plans, which plan for population growth, transportation improvements…