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Between mountains and fjords, Western Norway a showcase of natural beauty
Northern Europe’s highest mountains are here. You can imagine the spirits of Thor and Odin inhabiting these misty…
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How can overachievers free themselves of pressure to surpass expectations?
Ask yourself what is important to you. Then work to find balance, identify hobbies and determine what is…
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Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum is a Paine Field favorite
“Not just your old plane guys’ museum.” New exhibits celebrate the wartime efforts of women in WWII and…
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Refund confusion ensues after United Airlines cancels tickets
When United cancels Maxine Biggs’ husband’s flight, it promises a prompt refund. So why’s she still waiting six…
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Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County
Catch the Stray Cats at Chateau Ste. Michelle on Saturday night or laugh it up with comedian Mike…
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2024 Fiat 500e
La Dolce Vita, which translates to “sweet life” is epitomized by the 2024 Fiat 500e.
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This ceramic charger fits right into art nouveau, or ‘Jugendstil’ in German
Jugendstil means “young style” in German. This decorated plate made circa 1900 sold for $2,500 at Auctions at…
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Great Plant Pick: Sunset fern
What: This fantastic evergreen fern is a recent addition to the Northwest landscape. In late spring, new coppery-pink…
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Beyond plants, what makes a garden inviting? Fountains, birdbaths and art
Water features and bright, shiny works of art only make a garden more attractive to humans, birds and…
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Doggy dates: Wandering Rover at Everett shelter gives dogs a day out
The program offers people the opportunity to try a dog before they adopt or to simply get their…
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Infiniti QX50 Autograph
The 2024 Infiniti QX50 Autograph AWD crossover delivers top-notch luxury, tailored design, and an advanced powertrain to a…
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2024 Mazda CX-5 proves function can be fun
The compact SUV is practical and sporty at the same time.
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Sweet Mona’s Chocolates in Langley stirs up treats for all tastes
Chocolate slugs, whales, truffles and caramels are among sweets in the shop Mona Newbauer founded in 2006.
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A booking error leads to a nonrefundable hotel room, or does it?
Glen Hartness books the wrong night at La Quinta through the Priceline app. Why won’t Priceline refund the…
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Royalty and revelry: The spirit of the Renaissance comes to Monroe
The annual Renaissance fair will open its doors every weekend from July 20 to Aug. 18
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When you get lost in WA, what’s the cost to get rescued? Surprisingly little
Washington’s volunteer search and rescue teams save lives without costly bills.
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2024 Mercedes E 350 4MATIC sedan
In this time of rapid change in the automotive industry, it’s nice to have an old reliable to…
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Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County
What do Patti Labelle, John Legend, Mudhoney, Dwight Yoakam have in common? They’re all performing locally this weekend.
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Is your dog or cat grieving? There’s an animal chaplain for that
Chaplains offer spiritual care for beings of all species: “Absolutely, animals do feel grief and loss.”
Life
I scream, you scream, we all scream for … glace? Well, in France, yes.
This ice cream vendor toy, which sold for $1,800 at auction, reminds us of France’s role in popularizing…