Survey Says: Halloween Shoppers Choose Creativity Over Costumes Off the Rack
SEATTLE — Halloween shoppers are embracing creativity, affordability and sustainability this year, and more than ever are turning to thrift stores to make it happen, a Evergreen Goodwill Survey shows. According to new research commissioned by Goodwill, 85% of shoppers surveyed plan to incorporate thrift shopping or DIY elements into their Halloween outfit this year. […]
‘Haunted Harbor’ returns Oct 23 at Port of Everett Waterfront Place
EVERETT – The Port of Everett is excited to announce the return of its popular fall activations at Waterfront Place. The Port’s third annual Haunted Harbor takes place on Oct. 23 and Yachtober Fest Drink Bingo lasts all of October at participating Waterfront Place restaurants. Haunted Harbor – Oct. 23, 2026 Community members and visitors […]
Employees working for Sound Transit subcontractor cheated out of millions in unpaid wages
SEATTLE—A Lynnwood Times investigation uncovered that dozens of employees working for a subcontractor under Sound Transit were cheated out of millions of unpaid wages while working on janitorial services at several transportation sites related to the Link light rail. Employees of Jusalis House Cleaning – a subcontractor brought on by Dexterra, in turn a contractor […]
Marysville Ready Business program strengthens local and regional readiness
MARYSVILLE — This September, National Preparedness Month highlights the importance of “Prepared Neighbors” and the role we all play in building stronger, more resilient communities. In Marysville, local businesses and organizations are putting that idea into action through the city’s Marysville Ready Business program, helping them prepare before disasters and hazardous weather occur. Marysville Ready […]
Everett Animal Shelter reports major progress in Westie recovery efforts
EVERETT—The Everett Animal Shelter says the 42 dogs, seized by Marysville PD from severe breeding-hoarding conditions last month, have now been officially released to its care, allowing staff to begin full grooming, schedule spay/neuter surgeries and start contacting interested adopters. This step marks a significant milestone toward placing the dogs in safe, permanent homes. You […]
Mukilteo girl overcomes all odds, from fighting for every step to leading the parade
MUKILTEO—When nine-year-old Prisha R. was born she wasn’t breathing and had no heartbeat. Doctors didn’t believe she would survive; but if she did, she would be paralyzed for life. Despite all odds, Prisha is not only now walking but thriving – and was even named Mukilteo Police Chief of the Day during the Mukilteo Lighthouse […]
One rushed to hospital after acid spill on SR9 near Snohomish
SNOHOMISH—Snohomish County Fire District 4 firefighters responded to a report of acid spilled inside a work van Thursday, September 24, off State Rout 9 and Marsh Road, south of Snohomish. The spill was reported around 10:08 a.m. When firefighters arrived, they found a vehicle pulled to the side of the road, all doors open, and […]
‘Welcome to the familia’: Los Gavilanes celebrates 20 years on Casino Road
EVERETT—Beloved Mexican grocery store, Los Gavilanes, celebrated 20 years of business Sunday, September 20, with live music, food, and non-stop festivities. Since 2006, Los Gavilanes, as it is commonly called, has been providing marinated meats, fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, in-house pastries and breads, and authentic Mexican and South American products to residents in South […]
Juvenile charged with assault after BB gun drive-by on Mukilteo Boulevard
MUKILTEO—A juvenile has been charged with assault after firing a BB gun from a moving vehicle at pedestrians walking on the sidewalk in Mukilteo last week. Mukilteo Police received a 911 call from Mukilteo residents on Wednesday, September 16, around 11:30 a.m. reporting that someone was firing a BB gun at them, as they walked […]
Executive proposes raising property tax to preserve $8.7M for essential services
EVERETT—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers is recommending the county separate its mental health and community support/developmental disabilities levy and its veterans levy, from the county’s existing general levy, which would save the county $8.7 million for essential services but come at an added cost to homeowners. “We must preserve essential services and minimize impacts on […]
