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These pickles mark your spot and serve as memorable advertising for Heinz
Whimsical, attention-grabbing bookmarks like these are both fun and practical. This set of nine sold for $130 at…
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2024 Hyundai Tucson compact SUV is big on standard features
The Hyundai Tucson is one of the best-looking members of the densely populated compact SUV market, and can…
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At Banya, spa with 200-degree sauna in Everett, stress just melts away
A banya in Russian refers to a hot room or sauna. You can also plunge in the cold…
Life
Buoyant Bratislava is an urban success story
Once drab and depressing, the city is now lively and joyful, and the quintessential post-communist Central European city.
Life
‘Animal Potluck’ to be read at next story time for kids
Local authors Mike and Brandi Konopinski will be reading their book at the Edmonds Bookshop on Feb. 23.
Life
Is she responsible for damage to her Turo even if she didn’t cause it?
Nancy Epstein gets a repair bill for $3,000 after renting on Turo. But what’s it for? Does she…
Life
Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County
“Mr. Saturday Night” country star Jon Pardi performs Feb. 16, which is a Friday, in Everett.
Life
From apples and pears to cherries and plums, picking fruit trees for the PNW
The time is ripe to establish your own orchard. Here’s a look at the wide variety of trees…
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Monroe club to share secrets of growing a cut flower garden
A Sultan flower farmer will show gardeners what to do at the Feb. 12 meeting.
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Foregoing his love of watercolor, this artist became the king of enamels
Kenneth Bates brought the craft out of jewelry houses and into the hands of hobbyists. This piece sold…
Life
2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge Ultimate
Enhanced range, rapid charging, and dynamic performance in Volvo’s latest release.
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2024 Subaru Ascent right at home in the Pacific Northwest
The Ascent midsize SUV stands as Subaru’s largest model, featuring three rows of seats accommodating seven or eight…
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2023 Toyota Sienna XLE Woodland
The Sienna blends sporty performance and woodland adventures in a stylish three-row package.
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Dollar Car Rental didn’t have her car, but still charged her $82
Dollar Car Rental doesn’t have the rental that Beth Bonness reserved in Atlanta, but that’s not stopping the…
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Rick Steves’ Europe: Choose your own adventure in eclectic Amsterdam
The charm of Amsterdam, a fun mix of modern and faded elegance, is best enjoyed by those who…
Life
To keep Valentine’s Day alive, take care of everyday business
In a study of married couples, husbands and wives who shared housework duties had greater relationship satisfaction than…
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Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County
The Flying Karamazov Brothers will be among the performers at the New Old Time Chautauqua Benefit on Feb.…
Life
You’d be hard pressed to spot a flaw in this amethyst-purple glass vase
This 19th-century, tulip-shaped vase was made with pressed glass and natural gemstone coloring. It sold for $960 at…
Life
Great Plant Pick: Spike Winterhazel
What: Corylopsis spicata, or winterhazels, are pleasing year-round but a pure delight in late winter. Toward the end…
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For a fruitful home orchard, keep climate, space and pollinators in mind
Start by visiting your local garden center to find varieties that are disease-resistant, space-efficient and reliable.