Mike Tullar grabs a Herald to check over as the first papers roll off the press on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Help proposed to stem growth of U.S. ‘news deserts’

Federal tax credit legislation could help sustain local newspapers through advertising and payroll aid.

People arrive at the entrance to the terminal during the grand-opening of the Paine Field Airport on Monday, March 4, 2019 in Everett, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Editorial: Paine Field’s biggest news wasn’t name change

Passage of FAA’s reauthorization can deliver important policy and funding for U.S. airports, passengers.

Catherine Berwicks loads ballots into a tray after scanning them at the Snohomish County Elections Ballot Processing Center on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 in Everett, Wa.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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Editorial: Lacking confidence in elections? See how it’s done.

A study finds better understanding of the ballot process could increase trust in elections.

City council member Josh Binda listens and eats a sucker during a city council meeting at Lynnwood City Hall in Lynnwood, Washington on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Editorial: Binda, Lynnwood council have mistakes to learn from

An NAACP report clears an allegation against the council member, but his tenure has been controversial.

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Editorial: Win for cardrooms calls for lawmakers’ review

The state gaming panel’s decision to increase the limit for wagers may ignore a state law’s provisions.

Paine Field passenger terminal on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Editorial: Paine Field name change doesn’t change its value

Adding ‘Seattle’ to the name could bring more attention, even at the cost of some regional pride.

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Editorial: A recap of The Herald’s primary endorsements

A summary of the editorial board’s recommendation for local races for the Aug. 1 primary election.

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Opinion

Editorial: Rohla for Everett, Katims for Edmonds school boards

Rohla tops four strong candidates for an open seat in Everett; Katims deserves re-election in Edmonds.

Robert Sutherland, left, Garth Fell and Cindy Gobel.

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Editorial: Fell has proved proficiency at county elections post

Gobel has relevant experience, but Fell, in his first term, has expertly led the auditor’s office.

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Editorial: Dunn deserves second term on county council

Her opponents raise valid concerns, but Dunn’s work during the first term warrants re-election.

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Editorial: Somers up to challenge for third, final term

Facing two opponents, the county executive makes a detailed case to cap a long career at the county.

(L-R) Judy Tuohy, Judith Martinez, Bryce Nickel

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Editorial: Return Judy Tuohy to Everett City Council post

Martinez or Nickel would add vital insight for the council, but Tuohy’s experience is needed there.

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Editorial: Return Bader to Everett council in at-large position

Among Scott Bader, Demi Chatters and Brian Hennessy, Bader’s past experience shouldn’t be passed up.

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Editorial: Bob Champion would serve Port of Everett well

The former Mukilteo council member would bring a balance of fresh perspective and experience to the board.

Mike Nelson, left, Mike Rosen and Diane Buckshnis.

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Editorial: Edmonds voters should retain Mike Nelson as mayor

Diane Buckshnis and Mike Rosen make a case for a change in style. But Nelson has served the…

A family sits at a picnic table next to a full parking lot at the Wallace Falls trailhead on Saturday, March 21, 2020 in Gold Bar, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: As crowds pack parks, where can we go to relax?

Parks are dealing with traffic, parking and uses to accommodate visitors. How do we get away from it…

FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2017, file photo, a sales clerk hands a pistol, being sold on behalf of the Aberdeen Police Department, to a customer to look at before an auction at Johnny's Auction House, where the company handles gun sales for police departments and the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, in Rochester, Wash. After years of trying, the Washington state House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, that allows the State Patrol to destroy guns they confiscated during criminal investigations.  (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

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Editorial: Everett tax on guns, ammo would fund safety work

Vetted by the state Supreme Court, the tax also should be considered by other cities in the county.

A plastic skeleton sits in a camping chair with its own plastic pool in the driveway of a home in Everett on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Temperatures reached 95 degrees on Saturday with a forecasted high of 103 degrees on Monday.  (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Extreme heat new threat Northwest must prepare for

Extreme heat is an increasing threat in the Northwest; a new report urges a range of responses.

A float full of people dressed as butterflies crawls past thousands celebrating on First Street during Snohomish’s inaugural Pride celebration on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in downtown Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: LGBTQ+ community still has to fight for Pride

Despite resolutions and celebrations in much of the county, recognition falls short of full acceptance.

Ryan Stalkfleet, left to right, and Kenny Hauge, members of The OceanGate submersible crew, explains the vehicles features and operations to Bill McFerren and Kiely McFerren Thursday afternoon at the Port of Everett on December 16, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Lessons from loss of Titan echo those of Titanic

A sub’s untested hull design deserved more caution from an Everett company before its Titanic dives.