First high school students graduate from Maritime Vessel Operations program
EVERETT — The first cohort of high school students in the Maritime Vessel Operations program graduated Wednesday, June 10. “Congratulations to the inaugural graduating class of this first-of-its-kind maritime workforce development program,” said Lisa Lefeber, CEO and executive director of the Port of Everett. “This achievement reflects years of collaboration and the Port’s commitment to […]
Sound Transit Sets All-Time Ridership Record of 280,000
SEATTLE—Sound Transit’s Link light rail delivered a record 280,000 riders on Friday, June 19, 2026 — shattering the previous single-day high of 220,000 set during the Seahawks Super Bowl victory parade earlier this year. “Friday was a momentous day for Sound Transit, with the highest ridership in our agency’s history,” said CEO Dow Constantine. “We […]
Sunday bus schedule on Friday, July 3 – Independence Day
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Take Community Transit to Independence Day celebrations, just be sure to check schedules in advance for changes due to the holiday. All Community Transit service and Sound Transit buses will operate on a Sunday schedule on Friday, July 3, Independence Day (observed): On July 4, all bus service will be back to regular schedules. […]
FREE CONCERT: Evergreen Community Orchestra and Navy Band Northwest to Perform at The New Everett Theater on June 30
EVERETT — Local residents are invited to celebrate a major milestone in American history with a free community concert marking America’s 250th Anniversary. “America’s 250th Anniversary: A Salute in Concert” will take place on Tuesday, June 30, at 7 p.m. at The New Everett Theater, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. The event is free and open […]
Franklin and Ilgenfritz reveal key details of Everett Transit merger
EVERETT — Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin and Community Transit Chief Executive Officer Ric Ilgenfritz spoke with members of the city’s Transportation Advisory Committee on June 18 about a possible consolidation that would fold Everett Transit into the regional transit agency. Thursday’s Q&A session followed an April 22 announcement that the City of Everett and Community […]
Troop 49 Scout earns every merit badge, turning a pandemic pastime into a rare Scouting achievement
LYNNWOOD—When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down schools and upended daily life, many teenagers searched for ways to fill long, uncertain days at home. For Skyler McKay, 18, what began as a way to stay busy, became a yearslong pursuit that would place him among a tiny fraction of Scouts in history. The recent Mountlake Terrace […]
Washington Resident William Lee Falkner Charged in Alleged Drone and Sniper Plot Targeting White House UFC Freedom 250 Event
SEATTLE — Federal authorities charged William Lee Spartacus Falkner of Belfair, Washington, on Monday with conspiracy to commit murder in connection with an alleged plot to assassinate U.S. government officials and attack attendees during the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Freedom 250 event held at the White House on June 14, 2026. Falkner is the fourth […]
23-year-old shot multiple times, in critical condition at hospital
LYNNWOOD — A 23-year-old male is in critical condition at Providence Regional Medical Center with life-threatening injuries after being shot multiple times, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office reported Monday. On Saturday, June 20, Snohomish County patrol deputies responded to a 911 call of a shooting in front of the Tamaron Ranch Apartments located at 14500 Admiralty […]
Applications Now Open for Mukilteo Youth Advisory Committee
MUKILTEO — The City of Mukilteo is now accepting applications for the Mukilteo Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) for the 2026-27 school year. Student residents of Mukilteo ages 14-18 with an interest in getting involved in city government are encouraged to apply. MYAC members will attend monthly committee meetings held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in City Hall. The committee will serve […]
Weed burning sparks attic fire at Snohomish home; no injuries reported
SNOHOMISH — An open-flame weed burning operation too close to a house ignited vinyl siding and spread into the attic, causing a fire Sunday evening that led to extensive damaged to the home, according to Snohomish County Fire District 4. The fire at 6114 65th Ave. SE was reported at 5:35 p.m. on Father’s Day, […]
