Gesa Credit Union awards $475,000 to 44 Local Hero Organizations
LYNNWOOD—Gesa, a community-focused credit union, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Local Heroes Grant Program, which provides funds to organizations supporting local heroes within the community. This year, Gesa awarded more than $475,000 in grants to 44 organizations across the Pacific Northwest, marking its largest donation year yet. The top awarded organizations […]
Easy, low-cost, on-demand travel option from Community Transit to begin in North County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Residents in Arlington, Darrington, and Lake Stevens will soon get to try out Zip Shuttle, Community Transit’s latest pilot project. Zip-branded vehicles will start road-testing early in December with a target launch date set for later in the month. The flexible, on-demand rideshare service allows anyone to book a ride within a specified zone […]
Community Transit Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit makes changes to hours of service on Thanksgiving Day and the day after. Thursday, Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving Day) Friday, Nov. 29 Check bus schedules at communitytransit.org/schedules, or use Plan My Trip. Community Transit provides bus and paratransit service, vanpool, and innovative transit options in Snohomish County. The agency is expanding the Swift […]
Westgate Chapel to hold 30th annual free community Thanksgiving dinner
EDMONDS—The Westgate Chapel Church, located at 22901 Edmonds Way, will be holding its 30th annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 28, serving traditional Thanksgiving dinner for anybody and everybody living in Snohomish or North King County. The dinner will be served in three separate time slots: 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., on […]
Port of Everett Commission adopts $73.2 Million 2025 Budget
EVERETT—The Port of Everett Commission has adopted a $73.2 million 2025 operating and capital budget that continues to implement the Port’s Strategic Plan and overall vision of a vibrant and balanced working waterfront. The Port’s 2025 budget and financing plan considers anticipated financial implications resulting from current economic factors, including interest rates and trade markets. It also […]
Port of Everett invites community to annual Holiday on the Bay Festival, announces new lineup
EVERETT—The Port of Everett invites you to kick off the holidays at Waterfront Place this season, offering a full lineup of winter fun for everyone from its annual Holiday on the Bay Festival and Holiday on the Bay 5k to NEW activations including live reindeer visits during Holiday Hooves: 12 Days of Reindeer and Sip […]
Liias, Lovick, Sims, Somers among Governor-elect Ferguson transition team
State lawmakers from both parties, lobbyists, local elected officials, lawyers, tribes and unions all have a seat at Bob Ferguson’s table as he moves into the role of governor. Ferguson on Tuesday announced a 53-person team that will help with the transition from Gov. Jay Inslee to the new administration. They’ll assist Ferguson as he […]
Hundreds speak out against proposed 8% property tax increase
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Hundreds gathered in the Jackson Board Room of the Snohomish County Campus’ Robert Drewel Building Tuesday morning, November 13, to speak out against a proposed general property tax levy increase of 8% drafted in County Executive Dave Somers’ proposed $3.07 billion biennial budget. The Executive’s proposed 2025/2026 budget increases the County’s general property tax […]
Boeing lays out ramp up plan as 33,000 machinists return to work
EVERETT—Tens of thousands of International Association of Machinists (IAM) 751 & W24 union members returned to work Tuesday, November 12, following approval of a historic agreement with Boeing on November 4, ending a 53-day strike that cost the aerospace juggernaut billion dollars in lost revenue. The Boeing Production System follows a lean methodology utilizing Just-in-Time, […]
Support 7 unveils new emergency response vehicle
LYNNWOOD—Support 7 unveiled its newest emergency response vehicle on Tuesday, November 12, which will support first responders, victims and families experiencing trauma by offering a safe space away from the elements, media and public eye. It will also provide access to critical services when disaster hits. The 2024 model RV has a Winnebago box with […]
