PAWS names Harrison Edell as new Chief Executive Officer
LYNNWOOD – PAWS, a nonprofit dedicated to helping cats, dogs and wild animals go home and thrive, has appointed R. Harrison Edell as its new chief executive officer. In his new role, Edell will lead the organization as it embarks on its ambitious 2025–2028 strategic objectives, guiding its mission. “PAWS has long been a leader […]
South County Fire votes to restore paramedic staffing to Station 76
EVERETT—The South County Fire Board of Commissioners voted 4-2 to restore paramedic staffing to Station 76 in Mill Creek following public and city backlash, lack of transparency and public outreach, as well as recent allegations of OPMA violations brought forth by a fellow board member. Fire Chief Bob Eastman expects the transfer to take place […]
CAP at Edmonds College gives workers an upper hand in the job market, at no cost
EVERETT—At the Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program (CAP), Edmonds College students can undertake intensive training with hands-on experience, granting them an upper hand in the job market, at absolutely no cost to them. The CAP is an eight-week, 300-hour tuition-free intensive program held at the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center (AMSC) at Paine Field. CAP is intentionally designed […]
11 Tren de Aragua narcoterrorists killed in US military strike off coast of Venezuela
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Earlier Tuesday morning, September 2, under the orders of President Donald J Trump, U.S. military forces conducted a kinetic strike in international waters against what it called “positively identified Tren de Aragua Narcoterrorists,” allegedly transporting illegal narcotics from the Venezuelan coast. The strike resulted in the death of 11 terrorists. No U.S. Forces were […]
US Space Force Command relocating to Alabama
WASHINGTON, D.C.—From the Oval Office, President Donald J Trump flanked by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Alabama lawmakers, on Tuesday announced that his administration is relocating the U.S. Space Force Command from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Huntsville, Alabama. This move will save taxpayers $480 million said U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL). Huntsville is home to […]
Port of Everett to begin $6.75M Marina Bulkhead Wharf rebuild
EVERETT– On May 22, the Port of Everett Commission awarded a $6.75 million contract to Oregon-based Bergerson Construction to complete the final phase of bulkhead replacement at the Port of Everett Marina and rebuild the Segment E wharf near Port Gardner Landing and the Grand Avenue Park Bridge. Work will begin in early September and is […]
Marysville PD retired two K-9’s after nearly a decade
MARYSVILLE—After nearly a decade of capturing criminals and hearts, the Marysville Police Department retires two of its beloved K-9s, Copper and Steele, at the end of the year. Known for their precision, reliability and unwavering loyalty, the dogs track fleeing suspects, assist with search warrants and support officers in high-risk situations. Their work makes a […]
Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Banquet Tickets on Sale
The Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Banquet tickets are on sale. The banquet will be held on Wednesday, September 24th, at the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center at Angel of the Winds Arena. The banquet begins with a Social Hour and Silent Auction at 4:30 pm, with the dinner and awards program […]
A 67-year-old Snohomish man dies in fatal motorcycle accident
SNOHOMISH—A 67-year-old Snohomish man dies in fatal motorcycle accident near SR-2 and the off ramp of SR-9 that occurred on Saturday evening, Washington State Patrol reports. Snohomish County Fire District #4 responded to multiple 911 reports of a motorcycle crash on the off-ramp to SR 9 from SR 2 eastbound around 8:57 p.m., August 30, […]
Arlington man passes after fatal motorcycle collision
SKAGIT COUNTY—Arlington man dies in fatal collision between a motorcycle and a Subaru Forester that occurred late Sunday evening near SR-20 and Dalles Road in Skagit County, Washington State Patrol reports. The fatal incident took place around 4:32 p.m., Sunday, August 31. Initial findings suggest the Forester was turning westbound onto SR-20 from Dalles Road when […]
