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A good man scrambles to erase a bad debt in absorbing drama
The Iranian film “A Hero” explores how life is shadowed by doubt, fear, economic uncertainty and countless ethical…
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Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County
Guitar virtuoso Jesse Cook to perform in Edmonds on Jan. 20, on the heels of singer-songwriter Joan Osborne’s…
Life
Factors to obesity can go beyond our individual choices (part two)
Last month, I attempted to be a medical advocate for my friend. I failed at this task due…
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Need to Ring or Zoom? Edmonds teen comes to the rescue
Jack Rice, 17, started a free service to help seniors connect with tech. “He’s a hero around here.”
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Lexus RX 450h tradition is comfort, quality, fuel efficiency
The premium mid-size hybrid has new paint colors for 2022, and fog lights are now a standalone option.
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Authors to speak at Edmonds Bookshop’s online event
Laurie Easter will discuss her new work with fellow author Jeannine Ouelette on Jan. 27.
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In need of a winter rescue, the newspaper delivered
When the furnace dies, “logs” of Daily Heralds stuffed with dryer lint ignite a warming fire.
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A time for reflection and a time to look ahead
As January takes hold, many of us wonder about the year ahead.
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Rick Steves in York: Vikings, bygone days and a ruined abbey
Learning the history of a place makes visiting it much more interesting and worthwhile.
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Axe throwing hitting a bull’s-eye in Everett and Camano Island
“It’s not scary. It’s a fun night out and a stress reliever,” says an axe-throwing devotee.
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Orbitz switched her Aruba vacation — but not her hotel in Tahiti
When Jennifer Waters changes her vacation location, her online agency drops the ball. How can you get Orbitz…
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Live-music flyers are taken down again as omicron surges
With bands reluctant to play and few people buying tickets, local music venues wonder: Will we be able…
Life
Recycling resolutions can help lead to a healthier planet
Here are Waste Management’s Top 5 waste reduction tips for 2022. No. 1 is compost your food scraps.
Life
How to keep cold snaps from ballooning your energy bill
Don your favorite sweater and turn the thermostat to 68 degrees during the day, and 55 at night.
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Antique toys conjure fond memories — and fetch premium prices
A Moxiemobile, named for the turn-of-the-century soft drink, sold for $2,600 at a recent auction.
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When extreme cold hits, compost is your garden’s guardian
Yearly applications of mulch also will keep your plants healthy during heatwaves and periods of heavy rainfall.
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Great Plant Pick: Fatshedera lizei ‘Annemieke’
This unusual plant is a rare hybrid between Fatsia japonica and Hedera helix (English ivy).
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What’s happening in Snohomish County: Music, theater and more
“Renaissance Unmasked: The Re-Birth of Black Brilliance” is the new exhibition at the Schack Art Center in Everett.
Life
Top 10 movies for early 2022 — in theaters and streaming
Get ready for a “Scream” reboot, another “Batman” flick and the next “Downton Abbey” movie and much more.
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Charming ‘Poupelle of Chimney Town’ dares you to keep dreaming
It’s a good reminder for viewers of all ages to not let their fears — or those of…