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With the coronavirus continuing to circulate in our communities, and new variants that are even more contagious than the original strain of the virus, now is the time for your children to get their COVID-19 vaccinations or booster shots.

It’s time to make that back-to-school list: Books, backpack, pens — and vaccines

Back to school is just around the corner, and while many parents think about back-to-school clothes, books and backpacks, one thing that may not be… Continue reading

With the coronavirus continuing to circulate in our communities, and new variants that are even more contagious than the original strain of the virus, now is the time for your children to get their COVID-19 vaccinations or booster shots.
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett offers virtual and in-person support group services for stroke survivors.

Gold Plus stroke care at Providence Everett

Providence Regional Medical Center Everett is ranked as High Performing in stroke care for ten years straight. The best in stroke care is right here… Continue reading

Providence Regional Medical Center Everett offers virtual and in-person support group services for stroke survivors.
Social summer events at Quail Park at Lynnwood have included a street fair, beach day, and an Elvis-themed party.

Time to get social: Why retirement is the best time to boost your social connections

Being social is important at any age – it’s why we take toddlers to preschool, why we join clubs at school, and why “water cooler”… Continue reading

Social summer events at Quail Park at Lynnwood have included a street fair, beach day, and an Elvis-themed party.
Community Transit’s Vanpool service provides groups of three or more with a van they can use to commute together, with a low monthly fare covering all vehicle-related expenses, including a comfortable and clean van, gas, insurance, maintenance, and an alternate ride home in an emergency.

For some, saving money at the gas pump means sharing the ride to work

Inflation in the Puget Sound region has spiked by 10.1 percent over the past year, with the price of gas rising 48.4 percent year-over-year. As… Continue reading

Community Transit’s Vanpool service provides groups of three or more with a van they can use to commute together, with a low monthly fare covering all vehicle-related expenses, including a comfortable and clean van, gas, insurance, maintenance, and an alternate ride home in an emergency.
The Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival 2022 promises a wide variety of fun attractions and great food.

Pirates, parades + fireworks: Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival celebrates city’s 75th

Mark your calendars for a weekend filled with fun for the whole family in Mukilteo! Jam-packed with art, music, food, games and a fantastic children’s… Continue reading

  • Aug 15, 2022
  • by Mukilteo Lighthouse 75th
The Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival 2022 promises a wide variety of fun attractions and great food.
YWCA for Snohomish County partnered with Comcast to create a Lift Zone Lab: Digital Community Learning Space at YWCA’s Somerset Village Apartments in Lynnwood

YWCA and Comcast address digital equity gap for women and youth in Snohomish County

The digital divide, particularly for women and youth, continues to be a serious issue in Snohomish County. A recent survey by the Washington State Department… Continue reading

  • Aug 15, 2022
  • by Mary Anne Dillon, Snohomish County Executive Director, YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish
  • Internet and Telecom
YWCA for Snohomish County partnered with Comcast to create a Lift Zone Lab: Digital Community Learning Space at YWCA’s Somerset Village Apartments in Lynnwood
Laycee Gwyther from Executive Beauty Suites sponsored the Youth For Freedom Pathfinder Program this year, which awarded $5000 to Rebecca Simler for culinary school.

Everett entrepreneur donates $5000 to youth leadership scholarship

Recipient plans to open allergy-friendly restaurant with free meals for the homeless

Laycee Gwyther from Executive Beauty Suites sponsored the Youth For Freedom Pathfinder Program this year, which awarded $5000 to Rebecca Simler for culinary school.
As an advocate for physical and mental wellbeing, Jaime Jaynes created Port Townshend’s Vespertine Boutique as a safe, confidential retail destination for clients to discover products, techniques and services that support life-long health.

Travelling with toys

If you’re lucky enough to have travel plans this year, you might be trying to figure out the logistics of taking intimate toy(s) along on… Continue reading

As an advocate for physical and mental wellbeing, Jaime Jaynes created Port Townshend’s Vespertine Boutique as a safe, confidential retail destination for clients to discover products, techniques and services that support life-long health.
Patrick Novack, VP, Relationship Manager at Coastal Community Bank can help you plan for the present and the future.

Business planning tips during an uncertain economy

Managing a business and planning during an economic landscape of rising interest rates, inflation, and possible recession is challenging. Patrick Novack, VP, Relationship Manager at… Continue reading

  • Jul 26, 2022
  • by Coastal Community Bank
  • Banking
Patrick Novack, VP, Relationship Manager at Coastal Community Bank can help you plan for the present and the future.
One year ago, Vespertine Boutique opened in Port Townshend with a mission to ensure that people know there are numerous ways to access personal healthcare, including pleasure, contraception, and sexual education.

The right to healthcare for all humans

Here at Vespertine Boutique, we believe we would be doing a disservice if we continue to talk about pleasure without talking about the Supreme Court’s… Continue reading

One year ago, Vespertine Boutique opened in Port Townshend with a mission to ensure that people know there are numerous ways to access personal healthcare, including pleasure, contraception, and sexual education.
With shady spaces outside and air-conditioned spaces inside, Quail Park of Lynnwood keeps things cool, even on the hottest days.

Beat the Heat: Summer-savvy senior living in Lynnwood

From fresh, nutritious cuisine to comfortable, air-conditioned spaces, this is summer at its best!

With shady spaces outside and air-conditioned spaces inside, Quail Park of Lynnwood keeps things cool, even on the hottest days.
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett’s Occupational Medicine clinic in Mill Creek provides prompt, comprehensive health services.

Providence’s Occupational Medicine Clinic helps local employees get back to work

When a Snohomish County resident had a 10-year workplace injury claim that was “in limbo,” Providence’s Occupational Medicine teams implemented a plan to get the… Continue reading

Providence Regional Medical Center Everett’s Occupational Medicine clinic in Mill Creek provides prompt, comprehensive health services.
Arlington SkyFest is a family-friendly weekend of fun.

It’s a balloon, it’s a plane … it’s Arlington SkyFest 2022!

Full weekend of fun includes Campout, SkyFest and Airport Community Day; Aug. 19 to 21

  • Jul 18, 2022
  • by City of Arlington Skyfest
Arlington SkyFest is a family-friendly weekend of fun.
Crystal Smead, owner of The Glitterbox Nail Studio (left) and Viri Guillen, owner of Glowing Skin Esthetics. Find both businesses at Executive Beauty Suites in Everett.

Women empowering women: 2 beauty entrepreneurs set up shop at Everett hub

Skincare and nail specialists find supportive atmosphere at Executive Beauty Suites

Crystal Smead, owner of The Glitterbox Nail Studio (left) and Viri Guillen, owner of Glowing Skin Esthetics. Find both businesses at Executive Beauty Suites in Everett.
Karren Hill, who has served as a bus driver with Community Transit for over 40 years, smiles with an Employee Excellence Award that she was given.

For Community Transit drivers, employee benefits are the secret sauce for a great career

We’ve all felt the effects of the current labor shortage. But every cloud has a silver lining. There’s never been an easier time to find… Continue reading

  • Jul 11, 2022
  • by Community Transit
  • Transit
Karren Hill, who has served as a bus driver with Community Transit for over 40 years, smiles with an Employee Excellence Award that she was given.
Stacy Morse is a Mortgage Loan Representative at the Peoples Bank Everett Real Estate Loan Center.

That fixer-upper could be your dream home

Boost your buying power with a HomeStyle Renovation Loan

  • Jul 11, 2022
  • by Stacy Morse, Mortgage Loan Representative at Peoples Bank
  • Banking
Stacy Morse is a Mortgage Loan Representative at the Peoples Bank Everett Real Estate Loan Center.
Greater Seattle now has access to Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital's transgender and nonbinary programs that focus on family support.

Transgender and nonbinary supports now available to Greater Seattle

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital programs support both adolescents and their families

  • Jul 4, 2022
  • by Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
Greater Seattle now has access to Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital's transgender and nonbinary programs that focus on family support.
Inflated costs and supply shortages have inspired some to try <a href="https://vespertineboutique.com/collections/period/products/hello-cup-s-m-small-medium" target="_blank">alternative menstrual products</a>. Vespertine Boutique in Port Townsend can help answer any questions you may have.

Time to think outside of the tampon box?

If you’re a person that menstruates you may have noticed some important products missing from store shelves. First it was cat food, then baby formula,… Continue reading

Inflated costs and supply shortages have inspired some to try <a href="https://vespertineboutique.com/collections/period/products/hello-cup-s-m-small-medium" target="_blank">alternative menstrual products</a>. Vespertine Boutique in Port Townsend can help answer any questions you may have.
Embracing “community” in every sense of the word, the team at Quail Park create a space where residents thrive – exploring, discovering and sharing with friends, family, fellow residents and the care team.

Lynnwood residence shows why community is key to wellness at any age

Quail Park of Lynnwood creates a vital, engaging space where seniors thrive

Embracing “community” in every sense of the word, the team at Quail Park create a space where residents thrive – exploring, discovering and sharing with friends, family, fellow residents and the care team.
Ryan Laurente and Michael Salazar (left) opened their barbershop Split the Guard in Everett's Executive Beauty Suites during the pandemic, and have seen continued growth in their business since then.

‘The perfect stepping stone’

Everett barbers found the ideal space to open up shop and grow their business

Ryan Laurente and Michael Salazar (left) opened their barbershop Split the Guard in Everett's Executive Beauty Suites during the pandemic, and have seen continued growth in their business since then.