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Everett: Dinner for seniors planned

The Everett Firefighters Association plans a free turkey dinner for seniors Nov. 24.

The dinner is for those 50 and older, said assistant fire marshal Eric Hicks. Reservations are required. Serving times will be noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. at the Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett, 3025 Lombard Ave.

The association is a nonprofit. People are asked to bring a nonperishable food donation.

More info: 425-257-8780

Lake Stevens: Fire budget meeting

Snohomish County Fire District 8 in Lake Stevens plans a public meeting Monday to gather input about the proposed 2014 budget.

The meeting is set for 6 p.m. at the district headquarters, 1825 S. Lake Stevens Road. The final budget will posted at www.lsfire.org.

Lynnwood: Police academy planned

The Lynnwood Police Department is seeking applicants for a free 13-week Citizens Academy starting in January.

Participants will meet weekly to learn about police operations, personal safety and crime prevention.

The classes will be 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, starting Jan. 9 at the police department, 19321 44th Ave. W.

To get an application, go to www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us or pick up a copy at the department during business hours.

More info: 425-670-5635.

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