Opinion

Clark Park gazebo just lastest loss of Everett history

Getting rid of the gazebo at Clark Park, what a shame (“’Too much Everett to throw away’? Gazebo’s…

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Columbia Basin pact carries on work of Billy Frank Jr.

In the recent editorial (“Two works in progress to save Columbia Basin salmon,” The Herald, Feb. 29), thank…

Opinion

Littering fines need more signs

I live in south Everett and I walk as much as I can, and one of my walks…

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Which side is defending democracy?

I was checking out the daily editorial cartoons on HeraldNet.com this morning and one stuck out because it…

Opinion

Lawmakers missed chance with free tuition bill to help many

As the 2024 session comes to an end, the state Legislature missed an opportunity to pass free community…

Opinion

Is support for Trump based on Bible?

The column by Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne in a recent Herald, “Using the Bible to fully guide…

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Why does Everett’s State of City address have sponsors, tickets?

As a resident of Everett, I took interest in the advertisement for the Everett Mayor’s State of the…

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Universal health care bill again ignored by state lawmakers

I have to say that I am utterly appalled that our state legislators would focus on trying to…

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Volunteering offers a path toward seeing results

It’s very impressive that a high school junior is aware of the “numerous benefits of volunteering” (‘Looking for…

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Agreement can reverse damage to salmon caused by dams

It is satisfying to see the attention given to tribal fishing rights and commitments made by the U.S.…

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Unpermitted gravel yard near Mukilteo school violates county code

Just as zoning codes prohibit marijuana vape shops or adult entertainment establishments adjacent to elementary schools, Snohomish County’s…

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Columbia Basin pact will aid salmon, tribes, clean energy

I’m writing to affirm the importance of the Columbia Basin Commitments recently highlighted in a recent editorial (“Two…

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Thanks to lawmakers for passing octopus farming ban

I am thrilled to celebrate the passage of House Bill 1153 in the state Legislature, which prohibits octopus…

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Editorial’s focus on treaty fishing rights was correct

Breach the dams, or breach the treaties? That’s the question that arises from the Herald’s thoughtful Feb. 29…

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Work of legislators, groups to protect animals appreciated

I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Washington state lawmakers for their forward-thinking and compassionate actions in…

Opinion

Lawmakers missed chance to stop time switch

For nearly 20 years, twice a year I have written a letter to The Herald regarding the dire…

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I don’t see Christian nationalists in churches I know

Herald Columnist Tom Burke’s ignorant and vitriolic accusations against so-called Christian nationalists should not go unanswered. I’ve been…

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If AquaSox stadium is built downtown, where will people park?

The Herald did a wonderful job of presenting information on the proposed new AquaSox stadium in Everett and…

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Everett Events Center has been economic boon to city

I write in response to the assertions made about alleged mismanagement of Angel of The Winds Arena in…

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Herald story led to stop work order for gravel pit near school

Why do we need competent local journalism? This headline (“Mining company ordered to stop work next to school…