(Kate Erickson / The Herald)
UPDATE

DNA cracks 1984 Everett cold case; ‘sexual sadist’ arrested

Judy Weaver was last seen alive walking home from a cafe she owned. Forty years later, police tied Mitchell Gaff to the killing.

Edmonds wants to hear your thoughts on future of fire services

Girl, 11, missing from Lynnwood

Everett to use $2.2M for Holly neighborhood’s first park

Everett approves measure for property tax increase to stave off deficit

Grand Avenue Park Bridge vandalized, out of service at least a week

Sports
The Monroe Bearcats swarm goalkeeper Brandon Alonso after he helped the team seal a victory during a 3A District soccer match against Everett that went to PKs on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Monroe High School in Monroe, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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Goalkeeper Alonso helps Monroe top Everett in penalty kicks

Food & Drink
With a few simple steps, you can rein in your spending at the supermarket. (Chris Gash/The New York Times)
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Budgeting Is a Must at the Market

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Penny Clark, owner of Travel Time of Everett Inc., at her home office on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

In a changing industry, travel agents ‘so busy’ navigating modern travel

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Alan Edward Dean, convicted of the 1993 murder of Melissa Lee, professes his innocence in the courtroom during his sentencing Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Bothell man gets 26 years in cold case murder of Melissa Lee, 15

“I’m innocent, not guilty. … They planted that DNA. I’ve been framed,” said Alan Edward Dean, as he was sentenced for the 1993 murder.

 

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Sports
The Monroe Bearcats swarm goalkeeper Brandon Alonso after he helped the team seal a victory during a 3A District soccer match against Everett that went to PKs on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Monroe High School in Monroe, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Sports

Goalkeeper Alonso helps Monroe top Everett in penalty kicks

The Bearcats prevailed 2-1 (7-6 in PKs) to advance in the Class 3A District 1 tournament.

 

Arlington’s Reece Boekenoogen scores a run under the tag attempt of Shorewood’s Joey Facilla in Thursday’s Class 3A District 1 baseball game. Arlington won 3-0. (Aaron Coe / The Herald)
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Cy of relief: Arlington’s Bradley stymies Shorewood

Eagles pitcher Cy Bradley tosses 4 2/3 innings of hitless relief as Arlington advances at district.

 

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With a few simple steps, you can rein in your spending at the supermarket. (Chris Gash/The New York Times)
Food & Drink

Budgeting Is a Must at the Market

By Krysten Chambrot / The New York Times Company Shrinking products, rising… Continue reading

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A giant seven-dollar apple fritter eclipses a plate on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Karl’s Bakery in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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$7 buys an apple fritter the size of your head at Karl’s in Everett

The fritter spills over a dinner plate. The bakery’s owner: “I would imagine it would exceed your daily calorie allowance.”

 

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Best of Snohomish County
Camp Fire attendees pose after playing in the water. (Photo courtesy by Camp Fire)

The best childcare in Snohomish County

You voted, we tallied. Here are the results.

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Andy's Fish House cooks put together a three piece fish and chips order on Thursday, March 19, 2020 in Snohomish, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Food & Drink

Dive into the county’s best fish and chips

Buoy oh buoy! Herald readers voted this seafood restaurant the best spot for maritime munchies.

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Husband and wife Christian and Melissa Despi have started their own bakery in Everett. (Dan Bates / The Herald)
Food & Drink

Who takes the cake? The best bakery in Snohomish County

Herald readers voted on the best pastry shop to satisfy your sweet tooth.

  • 1 month ago

 

The O'Donnell family pose for a photo in one of the Shawn O'Donnell's restaurants. Left, Tina O'Donnell, Shawn O'Donnell, Shawn O'Donnell Jr. and Sophie Taylor.
Food & Drink

The best Irish food and drink in Snohomish County

Looking for somewhere to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Herald readers have you covered.

  • 2 months ago

 

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A driver in a Tesla reportedly on "autopilot" allegedly crashed into a Snohomish County Sheriff's Office patrol SUV that was parked on the roadside Saturday in Lake Stevens. There were no injuries. (Snohomish County Sheriff's Office)
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Editorial: Tesla’s Autopilot may be ‘unsafe at any speed’

An accident in Maltby involving a Tesla and a motorcycle raises fresh concerns amid hundreds of crashes.

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Life
Penny Clark, owner of Travel Time of Everett Inc., at her home office on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

In a changing industry, travel agents ‘so busy’ navigating modern travel

While online travel tools are everywhere, travel advisers still prove useful — and popular, says Penny Clark, of Travel Time in Arlington.

 

(Daniel Berman for The Washington Post)

The Rick Steves guide to life

The longtime Edmonds resident is trying to bring a dash of the Europe he loves to south Snohomish County.

  • 4 days ago

 

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Business
People walk out of the Columbia Clearance Store at Seattle Premium Outlets on Thursday, April 25, 2024 in Quil Ceda Village, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Head to Tulalip for retail recreation at Seattle Premium Outlets

The outlet mall has over 130 shops. You might even bring home a furry friend.

 

Brandon Baker, deputy director for the Port of Edmonds, shows off the port's new logo. Credit: Port of Edmonds

A new logo sets sail for the Port of Edmonds

Port officials say after 30 years it was time for a new look

 

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Photography
Titania ThunderLily, center, holds the maypole as Pagan revelers wrap red-and-white ribbon around it for a Beltane festival in May 2023, at the Aquarian Tabernacle Church in Index, Washington. Beltane celebrates the height of spring. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
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Pagan church finds ‘sacred space between the worlds’ on Index riverfront

At the Aquarian Tabernacle Church, rituals with ancient roots celebrate Pagan gods, the Earth and “the smell of smoke in our hair.”

 

Glacier Peak’s Samantha Christensen runs to home plate to celebrate her home run with her teammates during the game against Snohomish on Friday, March 15, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Sports

GALLERY: Glacier Peak softball tops rival Snohomish

The Grizzlies prevail 9-5 in a clash of area powers.

 

Erin Romaneschi, 33, fires up the burner and injects a hot air balloon with flame to heat the air inside during Kla Ha Ya Days at Harvey Field in Snohomish, Washington on Friday, July 14, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Photography

Photos of the Year 2023

From the courtroom to the farthest corners of Snohomish County, here are our favorite images captured by Daily Herald photographers.

 

People walk through a tunnel of lights at Evergreen Church in Bothell, Washington, on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Photography

Evergreen Church lights up the night

Magical light tunnels, cozy treats, and festive fun await visitors in Bothell.

 

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Northwest
Snow is visible along the top of Mount Pilchuck from bank of the Snohomish River on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Washington issues statewide drought declaration, including Snohomish County

Drought is declared when there is less than 75% of normal water supply and “there is the risk of undue hardship.”

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Dave Calhoun, center, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on Jan. 24. (Samuel Corum / Bloomberg)

Boeing fired lobbying firm that helped it navigate 737 Max crashes

Amid congressional hearings on Boeing’s “broken safety culture,” the company has severed ties with one of D.C.’s most powerful firms.

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West Coast Travel
We are entering peak race season, so plan out your races now while early bird tickets are still available!

Run your way up – or down – the West Coast with this bucket-list race guide

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Orcas Island’s storied Rosario Resort finds a local owner

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View of Cheakamus Lake from Blackcomb Mountain, Whistler.

Trails for all hikers: Visiting spring’s must-explore West Coast parks

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Russ Dalton poses for a photo at Rockport State Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in Rockport, Washington. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Last man to see a grizzly in Cascades says return ‘would be wonderful’

It was news to Paul Paquet that he recorded the last confirmed sighting of a North Cascades grizzly. Still, some fear an imminent restoration effort.

 

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