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Everett Animal Shelter to host adoption event

About 20 dogs and 20 cats will be available for adoption Saturday, with adoption fees covered by a…

Everett CC freshman Bubba Palacol drives past Spokane sophomore Eloy Chaparro during the Trojans' 93-92 overtime loss to the Sasquatch at the Walt Price Student Fitness Center on Jan. 3, 2026. (Daniel Acosta / Everett CC Athletics)

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Bubba Palacol turning heads with EvCC men’s basketball

The former Marysville Getchell standout seizes star role with Trojans.

Ray’s Drive-In on Broadway on Sept. 4 in Everett.

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Everett’s Burger Trail: Dick’s, Nick’s, Mikie’s – and Ray’s

Come along with us to all four. Get a burger, fries and shake for under $15 at each…

Everett freshman Noah Parker drives past Spokane sophomore Eloy Chaparro during the Trojans' 93-92 overtime loss to the Sasquatch at Walt Price Student Fitness Center on Jan. 3, 2026. (Daniel Acosta / Everett CC)

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EvCC men’s basketball close non-conference play with OT loss

The Trojans fall to Spokane 93-92 on last-second layup on Saturday.

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Providence Swedish welcomes first babies of 2026 in Everett, Edmonds

Leinel Enrique Aguirre was the first baby born in the county on Thursday in Everett at 5:17 a.m.…

A selection of leather whips available at Lovers Lair on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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What’s behind the tinted windows at Everett’s ‘#1 Kink Store’

From beginner toys to full-on bondage, Lovers Lair opens the door to a world most people never see.

A man walks into the Soundview Deli on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke/The Herald)

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Everett’s Soundview Deli could reopen following judicial order

The deli has been closed for weeks amid a prolonged legal dispute.

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Everett to host Seahawks NFL FLAG Regional Tournament

EVERETT — The 2026 Seahawks NFL FLAG Regional Tournament has been awarded to Everett, Washington.

Edgewater Bridge construction workers talk as demolition continues on the bridge on Friday, May 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Edgewater Bridge opening beset by another delay

The bridge is now expected to open in April 2026 due to a number of weather events, equipment…

An Everett Transit bus drives away from Mall Station on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett opens rebuilt, relocated Mall Station

The city moved the station about 500 feet as TopGolf plans to open a facility where the transit…

Stacks of food line the gymnasium in Cascade High School during its annual food drive event on Wednesday, Dec. 17 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Cascade High School continues food drive tradition

Students at the school collected over 51,000 cans of food to distribute to local families, along with $19,000…

A view of downtown Everett facing northwest on Oct. 14, 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett council adjusts utility billing delinquency rules

The new law, when it goes into effect, will require more time to pass before utility customers are…

One of the illustrated pages of the LifeWise Bible used for class on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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LifeWise sues Everett district, alleging First Amendment violations

The midday Bible education program alleged that district policies violate the organization’s rights to freedom of speech and…

The southeast entrance to Garfield Park on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett puts $940K toward Garfield Park upgrades

Construction on a new playground area for the north Everett park is expected to take place in 2026.

The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River on Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett council proposes changes to utility billing

The ordinance could allow residents more time to pay utility bills, although city staff have concerns over some…

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivers her budget address during a city council meeting on Oct. 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett mayor talks priorities for third term in office

Cassie Franklin will focus largely on public safety, housing and human services, and community engagement over the next…

A view of downtown Everett facing north on Oct. 14, 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett expands Downtown Improvement District

The district, which collects rates to provide services for downtown businesses, will now include more properties along Pacific…

A rendering of possible configuration for a new multi-purpose stadium in downtown Everett. (DLR Group)

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Everett council resolution lays out priorities for proposed stadium

The resolution directs city staff to, among other things, protect the rights of future workers if they push…

LifeWise Bibles available for students in their classroom set up at New Hope Assembly on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Parents back Everett district after LifeWise lawsuit threat

Dozens gathered at a board meeting Tuesday to voice their concerns over the Bible education program that pulls…

A “danger” sign hangs on the fence surrounding the recently burned Wiggums Hollow playground on Nov 19 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett approves $500K repair of Wiggums Hollow Park

The north Everett park’s playground was destroyed in an October fire.