Opinion
Support of Everett schools’ bond, levy shapes student success
As a proud parent of daughters who began their Everett Public Schools journey in first and third grade…
Opinion
New pharmacy at Everett clinic site will aid patients
I applaud our local pharmacist Sovit Bista for opening Robin Hood Pharmacy at the Everett Optum main campus…
Local News
Behind the badge: Everett’s new police chief prioritizes community engagement
Robert Goetz has served Everett for 35 years as a member of the police department. Now he steps…
Local News
Unresponsive puppies left at fire station after suspected fentanyl overdose
Initially, three puppies were dropped off at Gold Bar fire station. Deputies found an additional three sick puppies.
Local News
Lynnwood approves public safety sales tax
The 0.1% tax is set to go into effect in April. The revenue will go toward restoring police…
Local News
The Snohomish County Council recognizes Korean American Day
The area’s Korean consul general spoke during the ceremony, as did Mukilteo Council member Jared Moon.
Local News
Mountlake Terrace City Council elects new leadership
The council elected Steve Woodard as mayor and Brian Wahl as mayor pro tem Thursday. Woodard has served…
Local News
The Snohomish County solid waste voucher program has been extended
Residents affected by the December 2025 flood can now dispose of flood-damaged items through March 19.
Local News
Marysville mayor to report ‘state of the city’
The presentation will take place at 6:30p.m. on Jan. 28. The public can ask questions at the end.
Business
Mike Fong will lead efforts to attract new jobs to Everett
He worked in a similar role for Snohomish County since Jan. 2025 and was director of the state…
Local News
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Snohomish County in 2026
Organizations are holding tributes, rallies and family-friendly activities to honor MLK.
Local News
New Snohomish mayor shake-up eliminates director position
Ken Klein’s city administrator appointment and the removal of the Public Works director were confirmed Jan. 6.
Opinion
Comment: 5 scenerios for what’s next for Venezuela, region and U.S.
Each has its advantages, disadvantages and uncertainties as the region’s leaders weigh risks and responses.
Opinion
Is Trump’s presidency God’s plan or a bad accident
American comedian and actor John Mulaney once compared the Donald Trump presidency to a horse that has broken…
Opinion
Trump’s actions in Venezuela a green light for China and Russia
In the long term scheme of geopolitics, we have reason to question whether we made the right choice…
Opinion
Both parties have strayed from moderation
I was glad to see the Forum column by Dan Hazen in the paper (“What share of blame…
Opinion
Forum column: Trump ignores ‘Love your neighbor’
Responding to the Forum column by Dan Hazen in The Herald I am a bit confused (“What share…
Opinion
Illegal fireworks: Can we just ignore laws at our discretion?
This may come as a surprise to some readers because it wasn’t mentioned in The Herald last month,…
Opinion
Much for nation to correct that once made us proud
“My country, right or wrong. If right to be kept right. If wrong to be set right.” I…
Opinion
Keep working for a better world
Thanks to Nicholas Kristof for helping us end the year on a hopeful note. (“Kristof: It wasn’t history…