Got this in today from the Port of Everett… Saturday, the Port of Everett and Austral Asia Line (AAL) will celebrate the inaugural call of its new liner service to the Port of Everett. AAL, a subsidiary of Schoeller Holdings LTD, brings breakbulk and heavylift project cargoes that support the growing energy markets. The arrival […]
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USS Shoup to Return to Naval Station Everett Monday
November 14, 2013
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After an extended deployment the USS Shoup and her crew will return to Naval Station Everett on Monday. Here are the details courtesy of Kristin Ching at Naval Station Everett… The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) is scheduled to return to its homeport of Naval Station Everett Nov. 18 following an extended […]
Everett Mayor’s Statement on 777X Vote
November 13, 2013
I am very disappointed that the Machinists union did not have enough votes to support the contract extension that would have ensured that the 777X is built in Everett. Boeing’s impact is felt across Washington state and a yes vote would have signaled that we are ready and willing to support the next generation of […]
Everett City Council Unanimously Chooses Rich Anderson to Fill Council Position 7
November 13, 2013
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While many pleaded for a woman to be appointed to fill the seat on the Everett City Council vacated by Shannon Affholter, tonight the Everett City Council chose Rich Anderson to fill the remainder of Affholter’s term. Anderson and four other candidates went before the council in interviews this afternoon (a sixth was unable to […]
Silver Lake Papa Murphy’s Robbed, Then Burglarized. Everett Police Asking For Help
November 13, 2013
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Got a press release and picture this morning from Aaron Snell at Everett Police. They’re looking for a suspect who robbed the Papa Murphy’s near Silver Lake in south Everett last week. Then Sunday night the same store was burglarized. Here’s what they know… The Everett Police Department is seeking the public’s help to identify […]
Best Explanation of 777x Situation With Questions & Answers by Dominic Gates
November 12, 2013
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Dominic Gates, aerospace writer for our news partner The Seattle Times, has a great explanation of what’s at stake for all involved in Wednesday’s vote by the Machinists Union on Boeing’s proposed contract extension. Click here to read his article. Tuesday afternoon the Mayor of Everett and Snohomish County executive each urged machinists to approve […]
Everett Mayor and Snohomish County Executive Take Stand on Machinists Union Vote
November 12, 2013
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Just got this release from the city of Everett regarding where the top two political leaders in Everett stand on tomorrow’s contract extension vote by the machinists union… Mayor Ray Stephanson and Snohomish County Executive John Lovick today urged the Machinists union to approve the proposed contract extension with Boeing that would ensure the 777X […]
Everett Firefighters Set Date For Annual Senior Turkey Dinner and Food Drive
November 11, 2013
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Received word over the weekend that the Everett Firefighters Association has set Sunday November 24th as the day for their annual turkey dinner and food drive. Here are the details courtesy of Assistant Fire Marshal Eric Hicks… Members of the Everett Fire Department, along with their families, friends and other guests, will volunteer their time […]
A Veteran’s Day Shout Out From the USS Nimitz On Way Home to Naval Station Everett
November 10, 2013
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Here’s a Veteran’s Day Shout Out from the USS Nimitz Facebook page… While the Nimitz won’t likely be home in time for Thanksgiving the ship and crew should be home by Christmas.
Everett to Spend Thousands on Art for a Dozen Rain Barrels
November 10, 2013
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In an effort to draw attention to surface water management, the City of Everett is asking artists to submit ideas on how to cover rain barrels in art. The city will pick the top 12 – 15 submissions and pay each artist selected $300. Here is more on what the city is looking for… It’s […]
November 15, 2013
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