Washington’s Midsummer Renaissance Faire’s 16th year comes to a close
SNOHOMISH—The fictional 16th Century town of Merriwick closed its gates Sunday as the last of its inhabitants exited the grounds to return to their everyday lives in the modern age. “We’re thrilled to welcome everyone back to the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire for another year of magic and merriment,” said David Day, Faire Organizer. “Our […]
Nathan Caferro Promoted to Sports Events Manager of Sports Commission
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Sports Commission announces the promotion of Nathan Caferro to Sports Events Manager. As the Sports Events Manager, Nathan will elevate our Event Services Program including assisting with our annual sporting events and starting an Equipment Donation Program. Nathan began working for the Snohomish County Sports Commission as the Sports Event Coordinator […]
Police investigate shooting on Swift Orange Line Bus
MILL CREEK – On Saturday, August 16th, at approximately 5:00 pm, Mill Creek Police were dispatched to the Swift Orange Line bus stop at the 800 block of 164th St. SE, in response to a report of an assault with a weapon. When officers arrived, they learned that several juveniles already on the bus got into […]
Here is where Everett spent its $20.7 million in ARPA funds
EVERETT—The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), signed into law on March 11, 2021, by President Joe Biden, provided $350 billion through the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to support recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Metropolitan cities, such as Everett, received funds in “an amount determined for […]
WA fire officials press for safety reforms amid accessory dwelling unit surge
As Washington lawmakers ease barriers to build more housing across the state, fire officials warn of an “unintended circumstance” making their jobs more difficult in some communities. They say recent state laws encouraging higher density development have led to more properties with multiple single family residences, or accessory dwelling units, squeezed onto them. In some […]
Undocumented immigrant obtains commercial driving license in CA, kills three
FLORIDA—An undocumented immigrant licensed to operate a semi-truck, on Tuesday, August 12, performed an unlawful U-turn on the Florida Turnpike resulting in a collision that killed three people. The driver, Harjinder Singh, 28, is now facing three counts of vehicular homicide and potential deportation. Singh, enter the U.S. illegally in 2018 through Mexico, Florida Department […]
Snohomish County seeking applicants for Affordable Housing & Emergency Bridge and Shelter Housing Projects
Snohomish County is encouraging nonprofit organizations, for-profit developers, and government agencies to submit applications for homebuyer downpayment assistance and homeownership development as well as applications to develop affordable rental housing, emergency bridge or shelter housing, and sweat equity projects. All potential applicants are strongly encouraged to immediately review the Application Review Policy regarding communication with […]
Take the bus to the Evergreen State Fair, Aug. 21-Sept. 1
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Evergreen State Fair-goers can save on parking and gas by taking Community Transit buses to the fair. Buses drop riders off at the Red Gate (west gate) entrance of the fairgrounds in Monroe. The 2025 Evergreen State Fair runs Aug. 21–26 and Aug. 28–Sept. 1. The fair will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 27. […]
UFCW300 Labor Brief: Grocery Store Workers Advance Rights for Themselves and Community
I started working at Fred Meyer on Route 2 in Monroe in 2021. For a while I was Assistant Deli Manager but stepped down because of stress. In my perception, the company was not scheduling enough staff to get all the work done. I did have personal stress as well. The store added new programs, for production and although I’m […]
‘Hit me with your best shot!’ Isabel Mata launches campaign for Lynnwood City Council, aiming to foster safety, care, and inclusion
LYNNWOOD—Isabel Mata, a freelance writer and mindfulness meditation counselor who identifies as an openly queer member of the LGBTQ+ community, officially kicked off her campaign for Lynnwood City Council Position 2, on Friday, August 15, at Peace of Mind Brewing in Lynnwood. The Position 2 seat is currently held by Councilman Patrick Decker who is […]
