Mukilteo

Ferries pass on a crossing between Mukilteo and Whidbey Island. (Andy Bronson / Herald file)

Ferries, fares and facts: Mukilteo-Clinton ferry is virtual meeting topic

Edmonds-Kingston is the topic June 1 in a series of Washington State Ferries meetings for updates and public comment.

Ferries pass on a crossing between Mukilteo and Whidbey Island. (Andy Bronson / Herald file)
A go-kart parade float was stolen Saturday night from Stollwerck Plumbing & Sewer in Mukilteo. (Submitted photo)

Grand theft toilet: Mukilteo police seek plumber’s stolen parade float

The sign at Stollwerck Plumbing reads: “Hey, Thief! We want our parade kart back. Love, The Plumbers.”

A go-kart parade float was stolen Saturday night from Stollwerck Plumbing & Sewer in Mukilteo. (Submitted photo)
A sign for a garage sale in Mill Creek, Washington on Saturday, May 6, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Bargains galore as yard sale season kicks off in Mill Creek and beyond

The Great Mukilteo Garage Sale is Saturday. Mega community sales continue through spring and summer.

A sign for a garage sale in Mill Creek, Washington on Saturday, May 6, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
A demonstration of the ZA2000 powertrain during an event for Alaska Airlines and ZeroAvia to discuss their new collaboration in Everett, Washington on Monday, May 1, 2023. ZeroAvia is developing a hydrogen electric propulsion system for aircraft. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

‘Zero Emissions’: New breed of plane gets spotlight at Paine Field

A former Alaska Airlines turboprop Dash 8 will be retrofitted with hydrogen-electric propulsion. The prototype-to-be was unveiled Monday.

A demonstration of the ZA2000 powertrain during an event for Alaska Airlines and ZeroAvia to discuss their new collaboration in Everett, Washington on Monday, May 1, 2023. ZeroAvia is developing a hydrogen electric propulsion system for aircraft. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Megan McDermott paints a mural at the Mukilteo Boys & Girls Club in Mukilteo, Washington on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Her generator was stolen and delayed the project. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Generator theft stalls Everett mural project, but not for long

A local artist has been overwhelmed at generosity that will allow project to continue at South Everett/Mukilteo Boys Girls Club.

Megan McDermott paints a mural at the Mukilteo Boys & Girls Club in Mukilteo, Washington on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Her generator was stolen and delayed the project. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
A student works through a worksheet Monday morning at College Place Elementary School in Lynnwood, Washington on March 7, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Layoffs loom as Snohomish County schools face budget shortfalls

Edmonds, Mukilteo, Everett, Arlington and Stanwood-Camano plan to cut programs and eliminate jobs next school year.

A student works through a worksheet Monday morning at College Place Elementary School in Lynnwood, Washington on March 7, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum at Paine Field in Everett. (Janice Podsada / The Herald) 20220419

Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum returns Memorial Day weekend

The showcase for the late Paul Allen’s private collection of vintage aircraft and military vehicles reopens May 27.

The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum at Paine Field in Everett. (Janice Podsada / The Herald) 20220419
Joshua Marcy, the new director of Paine Field airport. (Photo provided)

Snohomish County appoints new director of Paine Field

Joshua Marcy, who’s served as interim director since February, will lead the Snohomish County-owned airport.

Joshua Marcy, the new director of Paine Field airport. (Photo provided)
Peter Anderson walks around the Mukilteo Lighthouse campus on Thursday, March 24, 2022, in Mukilteo, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

After outcry, switcheroo of Mukilteo lighthouse digs won’t happen

The mayor dropped a proposal to swap the sites of the Mukilteo Historical Society and Chamber of Commerce.

Peter Anderson walks around the Mukilteo Lighthouse campus on Thursday, March 24, 2022, in Mukilteo, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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EMS levy lid lift would increase property taxes in Mukilteo

People are needed to write the pro and con ballot statements for the voters’ pamphlet for the August primary election.

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A log bridge crosses a creek along an access road connected to the Monte Cristo trail in Monte Cristo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Best hiking trail in Snohomish County

You voted, we tallied, here are the results.

A log bridge crosses a creek along an access road connected to the Monte Cristo trail in Monte Cristo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Emory's restaurant on Silver Lake in Everett. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald) 20220224
Emory's restaurant on Silver Lake in Everett. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald) 20220224
A standard jet fuel, left, burns with extensive smoke output while a sustainable avation fuel, right, produces less smoke during a demonstration of the difference in fuel emissions on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Paine Field unveils plan for new, more eco-friendly jet fuel center

The research and development center is a joint effort by Snohomish County and Washington State University.

A standard jet fuel, left, burns with extensive smoke output while a sustainable avation fuel, right, produces less smoke during a demonstration of the difference in fuel emissions on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The former ferry holding lanes are repaved and getting ready for cars in Mukilteo, Washington on August 16, 2022.  (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Port parking at Mukilteo waterfront finally opens

The 99-stall lot on the former ferry holding lanes includes 63 spots for someone to leave a car for up to 72 hours.

The former ferry holding lanes are repaved and getting ready for cars in Mukilteo, Washington on August 16, 2022.  (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Mukilteo Coffee Roasters co-owners Beth and Gary Smith in 2017. (Kyle Jensen / South Whidbey Record)

Mukilteo coffee roaster, 69, had personality as big as ‘thunderstorm’

“I knew at the first sip that this is what I wanted to do,” Gary Smith said. The founder of Mukilteo Coffee Roasters died this month.

Mukilteo Coffee Roasters co-owners Beth and Gary Smith in 2017. (Kyle Jensen / South Whidbey Record)
The Flying Heritage and Combat Armor Museum at Paine Field is seen on the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Flying Heritage Museum ‘returning soon’ under new owner

Bought by a Walmart heir, the vintage aircraft and military museum offered a cryptic tease this week.

The Flying Heritage and Combat Armor Museum at Paine Field is seen on the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Airport workers watch as an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 embarks on the first 737 flight out of Paine Field Airport Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Alaska Airlines nixes Everett flights to Spokane, Boise

Alaska Airlines revised its Paine Field flight schedule ahead of the spring and summer travel season.

Airport workers watch as an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 embarks on the first 737 flight out of Paine Field Airport Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A private plane taxis past the Paine Field passenger terminal on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Final draft of Paine Field Master Plan ready to view

Officials will host an overview of the plan — with proposals for more gates and more parking spots — on March 15.

A private plane taxis past the Paine Field passenger terminal on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Children at Discovery Elementary School in Everett watch as Amanda Good seals their friend's molars on February 7, 2023. (Mukilteo School District)

Smile Check offers free dental care for hundreds of kids who need it

More than 1,300 students in the Mukilteo School District received screenings and referrals at school.

Children at Discovery Elementary School in Everett watch as Amanda Good seals their friend's molars on February 7, 2023. (Mukilteo School District)