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There’s an upside to higher prices at the pump
Higher gas prices are good for our environment
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Student letter: Act on climate crisis so we can see orcas
My name is Gus Rutherford and I am a seventh grader at Maplewood School in Edmonds. I would…
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Providence not following its mission of care
Long before Providence Regional Medical Center Everett’s nurses voted in favor of a strike, care at Providence was…
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To pay for road work, tax exempt vehicles
The Herald’s recent story on highway congestion is not news (“Cars clogging highways more, data shows; local lawmakers…
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Charities shouldn’t sell donors’ info
I was raised to be a giver, rescued as a homeless child, by a loving organization, who served…
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Student letter: We can act to limit effects of climate crisis
This summer was the hottest on record. Ever. And the one before that was the hottest, and the…
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Marysville’s mandatory jail can promote drug treatment
I take exception to the ACLU’s Jazmyn Clark’s claim that incarceration disrupts people’s lives and often makes recovery…
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Don’t spend money to swap parking lots at Lord Hill park
The Snohomish County executive’s 2024 budget has recommended $2 million to swap parking lots at Lord Hill Regional…
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When reviewing candidates, party at least tells us something
Regarding Herald columnist Alicia Crank’s latest piece (“Election’s present another problematic ‘n’ word,” The Herald, Oct. 14):
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AG Ferguson unfairly harassed Value Village
I see state Attorney General Bob Ferguson and his office have been ordered to pay over $4 million…
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County sheriff: Johnson will uphold Constitution
I am a retired law enforcement commander with 38 years experience. It is notable that every living former…
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Snohomish School Board: Adams, Baty outstanding choices
Professor William Cronon of the University of Wisconsin lists nine attributes of a successful comprehensive education: listening, reading,…
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Snohomish School Board: Serviss showed skill as Aquatics Center manager
We are voting for Rob Serviss for Snohomish School Board position No. 2 because he has a great…
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Arlington Mayor: Vanney a man of values, integrity
Over the last 50-plus years I’ve lived both within Arlington’s city limits and outside. Currently I live outside…
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Alrington mayor: Tolbert has proven record of action
Why is Don Vanney running for mayor of Arlington? Despite claims to address pressing concerns, his inactions speak…
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Edmonds mayor: Nelson has prioritized including all
Mike Nelson is the best choice for mayor of Edmonds. His accomplishments span public access, development and infrastructure,…
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Edmonds mayor: Nelson is no-nonsense, experienced
Mike Rosen has been getting plenty of media attention for his aggressive challenge to incumbent Edmonds mayor Mike…
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County sheriff: Johnson’s resume, experience impressive
Concerning a recent letter that praised Adam Fortney for “transparency and accountabilit”:
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Monroe School Board: Ryan has kept focus on students
The Monroe School District has been through a lot of trials and tribulations over the last few years.…
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Edmonds elections: Nelson for mayor; Katims for school board
Edmonds voters, especially our young people who have been sorely underrepresented in prior elections, I am writing to…