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Everett council approves improvements for Interurban Trail
Biking and walking from the Interurban Trail to the Everett YMCA could get easier and more intuitive.
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Community Transit plan funnels bus services to light rail
“We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to remake bus service in our county,” Community Transit CEO Ric Ilgenfritz said.
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North Creek Trail section near Bothell almost ready
Final paving is set this summer for the first phase of the 2.42-mile trail north of Centennial Park.
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As pedestrian deaths mount, a plan to slow south Everett traffic
Evergreen and Everett Mall ways are among the most dangerous roads in the county. Lower speed limits could…
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Electric scooters set to return to Everett as soon as May
The Everett City Council approved a 12-month contract with Bird, a California company, to deploy 75 to 300…
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Why does a curb keep cars away from bus stop in Lake Stevens?
Built in late 2020 and early 2021, the divider stops drivers from using the eastbound lane’s shoulder.
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Elected leaders narrow options for Everett light rail stations, tracks
The Sound Transit group agreed to stop studying nine station alternatives, but disagreed over some preferred locations.
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Swift Orange line to link Edmonds, Mill Creek to Lynnwood rail
Construction kicked off Tuesday on the bus route, which will boost rapid service in south Snohomish County.
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Community Transit, Paine Field, ferries drop mask requirement
After a federal judge struck down the CDC’s mask mandate, agencies in Snohomish County are changing direction.
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I-5 HOV lane, Highway 529 interchange work to start this year
WSDOT awarded the $123.1 million project’s design-build contract to Guy F. Atkinson Construction.
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Bike lane considered for stretch of Madison Street in Everett
The city is seeking input on a plan that would eliminate on-street parking.
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Concrete walkout ends; Lynnwood light rail impact may linger
While drivers were picketing, Sound Transit’s project between Northgate and Lynnwood missed an estimated 4,900 deliveries.
Northwest
State ferry system experiencing unprecedented staff shortage
The Seattle Maritime Academy is soliciting interest in the profession that can pay $70-80K a year to start.
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Traffic cameras get the green light from Everett council
Some City Council members and residents continue to question the equity of the planned red-light and school-speed-zone program.
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Are headlights brighter? No, but they can feel like it
Light from modern vehicles often appear brighter and can cause worse glare. But new tech could help.
Business
Alaska Airlines cancels dozens of flights as pilots picket
So far flights out of Paine Field in Everett have been unaffected. No picketing was seen there Friday.
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Concrete-driver strike affecting Lynnwood light rail work
Union members have held out for better benefits and pay since December. Missed concrete deliveries have delayed work.
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During the pandemic, roadside trash piled up in Washington
One reader noticed more litter along Highway 522. Cleaning up is a team effort of state agencies, volunteers…
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Governor signs $17B spending package for state transportation system
Gov. Jay Inslee and Democrat lawmakers call it transformative at an event at the Mukilteo ferry terminal.
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With money secured, study underway for I-5, U.S. 2 interchange options
The Everett City Council approved a $2 million contract to find alternative designs for the highly trafficked spot.