A reader explains why Pay-by-Mile is fair for EV and gas owners only if the gasoline tax is eliminated.
Providence ElderPlace PACE in Everett is the only Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in Snohomish County, a federal elder care program that serves people age 55 and older, and it is making important strides in helping with health and recovery.
Snohomish County health officials are stepping up enforcement against unpermitted food carts and stands, which have been operating illegally and raising public health concerns.
SNOHOMISH — The city has asked its contracted architecture firm for its future Civic Campus for design revisions that decrease the total pricetag, Mayor Linda Redmon shared with the City Council last week.
Scientists in China identified a new infectious coronavirus in bats that can be transmitted to humans.
State Rep. April Berg’s House Bill 1404 in the State Legislature would make all public school meals free for students starting in fall 2026 for any student who asks. Local school districts are in support.
SNOHOMISH — Several struggling families got some help to stay current on their rent thanks to a pilot rental assistance program in Snohomish. Seventeen families, comprising 44 people, received either partial or a full month of rental assistance during six months in 2024.
A letter agreeing with another letter writer in opposition to the pricetag of the future City Hall and Civic Campus in Snohomish.
EVERETT — In a recent presentation to the City Council, affordable housing expert Chris Collier highlighted the growing problem of high home prices in the county, where the average home now costs around $822,000. This sharp increase in prices has made it more difficult for many people to afford their own homes. One key reason for this, Collier explained, is the lack of available homes.
Letter writer alarmed by Everett Fire Department per-capita/per-resident staffing levels not keeping up with population.
A letter praising Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde and criticizing President Trump's cutbacks and reforms.
SNOHOMISH -- Details of the future City Hall in Snohomish to be built at Pine Avenue and Third Street.
EVERETT — Everett Little Leaguers will be losing two of their main game fields at Madison Elementary after fall 2026 when a replacement school begins construction, putting the Little League organization on the hunt.
OLYMPIA — Legislators could soon consider a ban on flavored tobacco products such as vapes and menthol cigarettes. While supporters believe a ban is important for public health, opponents believe the ban could do more harm than good. If passed, House Bill 1203 would ban the sale and advertising of any kind of flavored tobacco or nicotine product starting in 2026 – whether it be a cinnamon-flavored vape pen, a nicotine pouch or a menthol cigarette.
SNOHOMISH — Members of the city’s park board hiked the future Homestead Park space last week to get a sense of the site. It will continue its conversation at a meeting Jan. 22 that starts at 6 p.m. in the Carnegie Building.
SNOHOMISH — A developer is proposing more than 200 housing units on the former county public works yard at 13th Street and Avenue D.
Letter to the editor thanking the Tribune and questioning priorities to aid individuals in homelessness.
This year’s upcoming count is Thursday, Jan. 23. To ask about volunteering, contact Snoco-PITCount@snoco.org or call 425-388-3922.
Public hearing Wed. on contested alterations to county wetlands code
Data collected and compiled through AI is unleashing new ways for cities and entities to figure out how to ramp up their tourism efforts.
