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Fatal Motorcycle Collision On The Trestle Last Night

March 18, 2024

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The US 2 Trestle was closed down for several hours last night due to a fatal collision. Washington State Patrol reports list three vehicles involved. A 2000 Yamaha XVS65 motorcycle merged into a 1999 Chevy Corvette that was driving in the center lane of US 2 Eastbound. That ejected the motorcyclist into the right lane, […]

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PUD Not Fooling Around: Raising Rates on April 1st

March 17, 2024

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This is not an April Fool’s joke: the PUD will be raising rates by 5.8% on April 1st, 2024. The rate was approved by the Snohomish County Public Utility District’s Board of Commissioners. After initially approving a 2024 electric budget that included a prospective 3.8% revenue adjustment in December, the PUD added two percentage points […]

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Everett Film Festival Celebrating 25th Festival in April

March 15, 2024

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In 1997, a group of women banded together, believing the Everett area needed experience a quality international film festival. With this idea in mind, the Everett Women’s Film Festival was born. Eventually the festival changed its name to the Everett Film Festival, but it is still dedicated to highlighting the strength, humor, and creativity of […]

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Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing at Paine Field

March 14, 2024

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A Cessna 337 Skymaster plane, with only a pilot on board, had a emergency landing at 10:19 a.m. PDT on the main runway of Paine Field. The pilot declared an emergency due to issues with the aircraft’s rear landing gear. The pilot was not injured, but the plane did take some damage on the hard […]

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Luna Mexican Grill Opens in Everett

March 13, 2024

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A new Mexican restaurant opened in Everett. Luna Mexican Grill opened a few months ago at 6600 Evergreen Way in the location previously occupied by Bhu-Ping Thai Cuisine (which closed down in May 2022). Early reviews compliment delicious Mexican food and friendly, attentive service. Luna Mexican Grill is local, Latino-owned, and family friendly. They state: […]

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Trooper Christopher Gadd Memorial Service (Video & Pics)

March 12, 2024

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For those who couldn’t attend the procession & memorial service, we embedded a video of the Trooper Christopher Gadd Memorial Service: If the video doesn’t load for you, use this link. Here’s a statement from the family after the service: “We wanted to extend our gratitude to the community for their support leading up to […]

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Snohomish County Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Receives $6 Million in Congressional Funding

March 12, 2024

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The Snohomish County Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) will receive nearly $6 million from the U.S. Congress appropriations process. The Food and Farming Center, led by the Agricultural Office and Parks Division, will receive $5 million, and the Chinook Marsh Restoration Project, led by Surface Water Management (SWM), will receive nearly $1 million. “Senator […]

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Memorial Service for Trooper Gadd Tuesday in Everett, Plus an Update on the Suspect

March 11, 2024

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The memorial service for fallen Washington State Patrol Trooper Christopher Gadd is scheduled to take place at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at the Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett. The service will be open to the public with a ceremonial procession preceding the memorial. Expect heavier than usual traffic as well […]

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Julio Cortes Sponsored Bill 1530 Signed in Law

March 10, 2024

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House Bill 1530, sponsored by Representative Julio Cortes (D-Everett), was signed by Governor Inslee Thursday. The bill tackles Washington’s ongoing shortage of law enforcement and prosecutors by expanding the pool of qualified candidates. This includes allowing lawful permanent residents, alongside citizens, to contribute to public safety by serving in police departments and prosecutorial offices. Previously, […]

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Trader Joe’s in Everett Mall Officially Open

March 9, 2024

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One of our readers was able to attend the Grand Opening of Trader Joe’s in the Everett Mall yesterday morning. Attendees were there for the ribbon cutting, and enjoyed the more spacious parking and larger store. Trader Joe’s Everett operating hours will be 8am-9pm every day. Here are photos of the event, compliments of MyEverettNews […]

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