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Kartak apologizes for post promoting running over protesters

Snohomish Mayor John Kartak claimed he mistook the meaning of a meme about “peaceful protests.”

A collision on U.S. 2 at Three Lakes Road blocked both lanes of the highway on Sept. 30, 2020.  (Washington State Patrol)

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3 injured in crash that shut down US-2 east of Snohomish

A driver attempted to make a U-turn on the major highway, according to Washington State Patrol.

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Human skeletal remains found Saturday near Mill Creek

Circumstances around the death are under investigation by the sheriff’s office Major Crimes Unit.

Mudslide briefly closes Lowell Larimer Road near Snohomish

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Mudslide briefly closes Lowell Larimer Road near Snohomish

The slide appeared to have come from a construction site, following heavy rains.

Snohomish Historical Preservation Commission member Fred Cruger with his dog, Duffy, in Arlington along one of the history walk sections at Centennial Trail. The event will be up through September. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Discover local history as you walk the Centennial Trail

Take a smartphone quiz as you stroll the trail. If you answer every question correctly, you’ll win a…

Snohomish chooses interim police chief to fill position

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Snohomish chooses interim police chief to fill position

Council members voted unanimously to keep Capt. Robert Palmer, who has been in the job for months.

Pastor who visited Snohomish: ‘We’ve been duped’ about virus

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Pastor who visited Snohomish: ‘We’ve been duped’ about virus

Greg Locke of Tennessee has millions of Facebook followers. He’s vocal about his opposition to masks.

Anti-mask preacher may draw hundreds to Snohomish church

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Anti-mask preacher may draw hundreds to Snohomish church

Pastor Greg Locke says he’ll abide by whatever he’s asked to do Wednesday at The House Ministry Center.

‘Good employee’ allegedly stole $50K from Cathcart gas station

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‘Good employee’ allegedly stole $50K from Cathcart gas station

Prosecutors say the former manager fraudulently took scratch lottery tickets from his store.

‘The wind in your hair’: ATVs can stay on Snohomish streets

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‘The wind in your hair’: ATVs can stay on Snohomish streets

After a year-long pilot program, the city council voted to permanently open city streets to all-terrain vehicles.

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Police: Co-workers’ argument led to stabbing, serious injury

A 21-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries, and a 19-year-old man was arrested.

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2 Snohomish County men die in crash near Moses Lake

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is investigating Saturday’s head-on collision of off-road vehicles.

Snohomish council considers hiring permanent police chief

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Snohomish council considers hiring permanent police chief

Many think Capt. Robert Palmer is the best fit, but his salary would cost the city another $30,000.

Twins Leslie Davis, left, and Lyndsay Lamb stage a house in Everett as seen on “Unsellable Houses” on HGTV. (HGTV photo)

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Twin-sister stars of ‘Unsellable Houses’ get a second season

The hot HGTV show, in which dated Snohomish County homes get revamped, will expand to an hour.

New Snohomish stoplight to move cars, literally and monetarily

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New Snohomish stoplight to move cars, literally and monetarily

Bickford Ford is paying for a traffic signal on Bickford Avenue as part of its expansion.

E-bikes can use Centennial Trail, but not other motormobiles

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E-bikes can use Centennial Trail, but not other motormobiles

A Snohomish reader writes about noticing more motorized use of the 30-mile path.

State Patrol: Erratic driving leads to crash on Highway 522

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State Patrol: Erratic driving leads to crash on Highway 522

Three people were taken to hospitals with serious injuries. Troopers are investigating.

Shouts and joy: After 75 years war’s end still unforgettable

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Shouts and joy: After 75 years war’s end still unforgettable

Machias native, author of “Pilchuck Reflections,” was watching a movie in Everett when the news came.

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County’s Catholic schools will do distance learning this fall

The Archdiocese of Seattle will follow state guidelines and is planning for online teaching.

Brace for delays along U.S. 2 for bridge and road work

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Brace for delays along U.S. 2 for bridge and road work

Projects between Snohomish and Index are set for the coming week, with single-lane traffic in spots.