The coronavirus is ending a 16-year boom for Boeing, Airbus

Business

The coronavirus is ending a 16-year boom for Boeing, Airbus

The collapse in long-range flying threatens deliveries of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

COVID-19 and gatherings

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COVID-19 and gatherings

Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.

Northwest

WWU moves classes online after Whatcom County’s 1st virus case

The school will not offer any face-to-face classes through the end of the quarter on March 20.

Flu versus coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears

Life

Flu versus coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears

COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, is a flu-like illness that has killed at least 4,300…

Commentary: Can you work from home? It’s time you started

Opinion

Commentary: Can you work from home? It’s time you started

The virus that causes Covid-19 has no vaccine, which means social distancing is the best prevention.

2 more coronavirus deaths in Snohomish County

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2 more coronavirus deaths in Snohomish County

Both victims were in their 80s. One was connected to a Stanwood care home. The other was not.

Seattle’s sports teams forced to alter their schedules

Sports

Seattle’s sports teams forced to alter their schedules

Mariners, Sounders, Dragons and Huskies all forced to make significant changes.

Ban on large gatherings forces shakeup to Seattle sports

Sports

Ban on large gatherings forces shakeup to Seattle sports

The Mariners, Sounders, Dragons and UW all have March home events that will be altered in some way.

Governor reportedly to announce size restrictions on events

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Governor reportedly to announce size restrictions on events

A prohibition of gatherings of more than 250 people would apply in Snohomish, King and Pierce counties.

Northwest

Groups: Release immigrant detainees at high coronavirus risk

A statement from ICE provided no indication it was considering releases unless ordered by a judge.

3 Stanwood care home residents test positive for COVID-19

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3 Stanwood care home residents test positive for COVID-19

“I can tell you these are incredibly tough times for our staff,” said the CEO of Josephine Caring…

Inslee outlines new rules for limiting nursing home visits

Northwest

Inslee outlines new rules for limiting nursing home visits

The governor also said he has expanded support for businesses and workers in the state.

Seattle small businesses pinched as virus keeps workers home

Northwest

Seattle small businesses pinched as virus keeps workers home

“You can see it and feel it on the streets. You can see it in restaurants and hotel…

Izzy Sharp clears a table Saturday morning at Shawn O’Donnell’s American Grill and Irish Pub in Everett on March 7, 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Life

Coronavirus outbreak takes toll on Snohomish County restaurants

With the spread of the virus, Shawn O’Donnell’s American Grill and Irish Pub has seen a steep drop…

Editorial: Paid sick leave an effective tool against Covid-19

Opinion

Editorial: Paid sick leave an effective tool against Covid-19

Sick workers should stay at home, but many can’t go without a paycheck. Paid leave is a simple…

Opinion

Commentary: Is there a good amount of Covid-19 fear?

Yes, we should take precautions, but the panic-buying of face masks and Purell only feeds anxiety.

Local News

Stanwood-Camano schools close as infections spread north

There were many other school closures, too. The city of Everett, meanwhile, canceled events and programs.

Coronavirus casts uncertainty over high school spring sports

Sports

Coronavirus casts uncertainty over high school spring sports

Many local school districts have postponed spring games, while others are taking a wait and see approach.

Virus pushes colleges online; infection touches Stanwood

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Virus pushes colleges online; infection touches Stanwood

A resident of a long-term care facility tested positive. Snohomish County has now logged 44 cases.

NWAC basketball championships moved to Oregon

Sports

NWAC basketball championships moved to Oregon

The men’s and women’s tournaments originally were scheduled to be played at Everett CC