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Update: State drug possession law developing, latest version removes"personal use" provision which Monroe leaders didn't want

The state Senate on Thursday passed a bill 28-20 to reinstate criminal penalties for possession of drugs.

Local teacher creates reading video-series for kids

In this new age of virtual learning, students are not the only part of the classroom feeling disconnected.

New Monroe Schools superintendent may be selected this week

The school board expects to hire the district’s next superintendent this week, and the public can assist with the decision.

Want to work? Program erases barriers, worries for disabled adults on SSI and SSDI

Ticket to Work, a free program of the nonprofit organization Workforce Snohomish

Controlled burns to mitigate wildfires will be largest year yet

Fighting fire with fire might seem odd, but it is purposeful for reducing wildfire risk.

Martinez’ victim seeks to reopen case against state

Attorneys for the now-adult woman abused by former Monroe police officer Carlos Martinez have petitioned for her trial to be re-opened

Monroe Currie View Park playground options

MONROE — The city parks department is taking in lots of input for what to put in the playground at Currie Park, a relaxation spot near the corner of 154th Street SE and 171st Avenue SE.

Senior concerned by health risks of smoke from burns

PINE AVENUE BURN PLANS

A letter on concerns about the fire training burns planned within Snohomish city limits on April 9 and 10

NEWS BITES for Aug. 21, 2019

Algae makes Blackman Lake unsafe

A passion for preserving Snohomish County drives him

Many people would describe him as a person of integrity, someone who puts his heart and soul into everything he does.

Why and how to talk about drugs with your kids

After their kids had all gone home, parents filed into Glacier Peak High School last week to study a topic that might save their teens’ lives.

Annual drug contamination testing at yet-to-open county homeless housing approved in split County Council vote

The County Council voted 3-2 for annual meth contamination testing at yet-to-open county homeless housing

Snohomish County asking for Phase 2 COVID-19 status

County officials have petitioned the state to let Snohomish County move to Phase 2 of the governor’s Safe Start plan.

Snohomish County moves to Phase 2 COVID-19 status

The word of approval came down at 10 a.m. Friday of Snohomish County's request to advance to Phase 2, effective immediately.

Snohomish’s fire chief retiring late next month

Ron Simmons is planning to call it a day soon.

Tough year for downtown retailers

Small businesses have been hurting financially since the beginning of the pandemic.

53 individuals died homeless this year in Snohomish County

Fifty-three people, if not more, died in Snohomish County without shelter during the past 12 months.

Jail fees are rising, but cities catch a small break

Snohomish police, jail contracts to be discussed April 6

Everett plan to expand at-home business allowances under further review

A deciding vote on expanding at-home businesses has been pushed out for later at the City Council’s request.

Snohomish school board race between Ballas, Ridges

A Snohomish School board election has incumbent Shaunna Ballas running for re-election against challenger Christina Ridges.