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County allots $13.2 million to early 2021 pandemic response
The Snohomish County Council voted Wednesday to spend CARES Act funds on key programs next year.
Northwest
Eviction moratorium extended through March in Washington
It bans, with limited exceptions, residential evictions and late fees on unpaid rent.
Local News
Congressman Rick Larsen tests positive for COVID-19
The 2nd District Democrat said he isn’t experiencing any symptoms and is in quarantine.
Local News
It was COVID’s deadliest month: 89 dead here in 28 days
More people died in Snohomish County during the past four weeks than during the previous six months.
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Snohomish County launches job search site with local focus
SnoCoWork.com is a free resource for area businesses and residents seeking work during the pandemic.
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Local leaders welcome the $900B pandemic relief package
The deal boosts jobless benefits, aids small businesses and provides $600 stimulus checks.
Opinion
Comment: What happens when ‘the curve’ can’t be flattened
A cancer patient had his treatment interrupted and was sent home to make room for a covid patient.
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10 days, 3,000 meals: Everett cafe steps in to feed homeless
The Everett Gospel Mission couldn’t serve food due to an outbreak. So the mission called Vintage Cafe.
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How has the pandemic changed life? Look in your garbage
Snohomish County trash and recycling collectors say the COVID-19 pandemic has affected what we throw away.
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COVID isn’t stopping drive to expand Providence autism center
The need is great and fundraising continues, even without the annual Festival of Trees this year.
Opinion
Comment: Wealthy Americans will cut in line for covid vaccine
They already enjoy ‘concierge medicine’; the market-based system will give them entry to early vaccination.
Northwest
Judge won’t speed bail hearings at Tacoma immigration lockup
Attorneys asked for an expedited process for those who are especially at risk from COVID-19.
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Providence staff get first COVID shots in Snohomish County
Dr. George Diaz, who treated the country’s first coronavirus patient, was among the first vaccine recipients.
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Audit: Inadequate control enabled state unemployment scam
The “known and suspected” fraud loss was about $600 million, with several hundred million of that recovered.
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Santa brings socially distanced cheer to kids in Marysville
Families are invited to take Christmas photos this weekend as part of a scholarship fundraiser.
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County’s first shipment of COVID vaccine could arrive Friday
Four pods, containing a total of 3,900 doses, are headed to Providence Regional Medical Center Everett.
Local News
Gov. Inslee proposes taxes on capital gains, health insurers
He hopes to increase the minimum weekly unemployment benefit from $201 per week to $270 per week.
Northwest
COVID-19 cases top 200 at Western State Hospital amid layoffs
At least 158 workers have been infected. At least 64 patients have tested positive and one has died.
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Governor urges schools to phase in classroom learning
With many districts doing online-only teaching, it’s a stark departure from the present approach.
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Volunteers continue to play critical role in COVID response
Snohomish County Medical Reserve Corps members help with testing, screening and, soon, vaccinating.