Officers rescue motorist who drove car into Lake Stevens
LAKE STEVENS—A Deputy working for the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office and an Officer with the Lake Stevens Police Department rescued a man who drove his vehicle into Lake Stevens Friday at the North Cove boat launch. At 10:48 AM this morning, Snohomish County 911 received a report of a vehicle that had driven into Lake […]
Full road closure of 44th Ave W starting Nov 4
As early as Monday, November 4, Sound Transit’s contractor will continue working on finishing building the guardrail at 46th Ave W that will require the closure of 46th Ave W south of 200th St SW and the HOV ramp from the Lynnwood Transit Center. Construction is scheduled to begin 11 p.m., Monday, November 4 and […]
POE named 2024 Heavy Lift Port/Terminal Operator of the Year
EVERETT—The Port of Everett Seaport has been honored with the prestigious title of 2024 Port/Terminal Operator of the Year by Heavy Lift and Project Forwarding International. Recent maritime investments, quality customer service, high environmental standards, and a strong commitment to handling heavy lift and project cargoes safely and efficiently were among key factors in the Port of Everett […]
Snohomish County Public Works’ ADA Advisory Committee seeks four new members
EVERETT – Mobility is extremely important to safety and quality of life. Making sure all residents have the same pedestrian access is essential. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Public Right-of-Way Advisory Committee for Snohomish County Public Works provides feedback and recommendations to the county about ADA compliance in the public right-of-way. County leaders are seeking […]
20-year-old Arlington man tragically killed in traffic collision
ARLINGTON—Washington State Patrol released that Riley Maggard, 20, of Arlington, was killed in a fatal traffic collision shortly after 12 a.m., Friday (Thursday night), November 1. Maggard was travelling southbound on I-5 just north of 172nd NE / SR-531 near exit 206 when he lost control of his vehicle, swearing across multiple lanes. The vehicle […]
County Councilman Nehring to propose elimination 8% property tax increase
EVERETT—Snohomish County Council Vice President Nate Nehring will be proposing a budget amendment to eliminate the 8% general property tax levy increase proposed in County Executive Dave Somers $3.07 billion 2025-26 biennial budget. The amendment eliminates the increase to the general property tax levy and makes corresponding cuts to expenditures in the budget. “Taxpayers in […]
