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Lynnwood

Lynnwood City Council may rescind appointment of new member

The council chose Jessica Roberts to fill the vacant seat Monday. The next day, the city called a Thursday meeting to consider reversing the decision.

 

Joe Petosa Jr. talks about the different accordion musicians whose photos cover the wall inside his store. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood’s Petosa Accordions: A key player for 103 years

Once considered outdated and uncool, the squeeze box is embraced by a new generation.

 

Frank DeMiero founded and directed the Seattle Jazz Singers, a semi-professional vocal group. They are pictured here performing at the DeMiero Jazz Festival. (Photos courtesy the DeMiero family)

‘He dreamed out loud’: Remembering music educator Frank DeMiero

DeMiero founded the music department at Edmonds College and was a trailblazer for jazz choirs nationwide.

 

A group of travelers aboard the MV Suquamish watch from the sun deck as MV Tokitae passes starboard side on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, in the waters near Clinton, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Two rescued from Puget Sound after Edmonds ferry diverted

Kitsap County Sheriff deputies pulled the two sailors out of the water. Both survived.

A group of travelers aboard the MV Suquamish watch from the sun deck as MV Tokitae passes starboard side on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, in the waters near Clinton, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Edmonds City Council members answer questions during an Edmonds City Council Town Hall on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Residents question Edmonds after hiring firm for RFA vote

Some allege the city is using public funds to promote annexation. Edmonds officials say they are working within the law.

Edmonds City Council members answer questions during an Edmonds City Council Town Hall on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Archbishop Murphy High School on Friday, Feb. 28 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Bail set for former Everett teacher accused of child pornography crimes

In his first court appearance Monday, John Doty pleaded not guilty to possessing sexual depictions of minors. A judge set bail at $250K.

Archbishop Murphy High School on Friday, Feb. 28 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Searchers recover body of 15-year-old camper from the Beckler River

15-year-old reportedly wandered away from group while intoxicated, deputies said.

Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell claps as she recognizes some of her constituents during her State of the City address at the Lynnwood Event Center on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood mayor announces reelection campaign

Christine Frizzell’s priorities include public safety, infrastructure improvements and expanding housing options.

Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell claps as she recognizes some of her constituents during her State of the City address at the Lynnwood Event Center on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Police link Lake Stevens man to burglaries in King County

Suspect allegedly stole guns, jewelry, vehicles in months-long crime spree

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Everett Police Officer Ruben Oviedo outside of the south precinct on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

One officer hired, 20 more to go: Everett PD faces persistent staffing shortages

Ruben Oviedo steps into uniform as Everett police vacancies weigh on department.

Everett Police Officer Ruben Oviedo outside of the south precinct on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Boq, left, and Dorothy, two puppies up for adoption at the Everett Animal Shelter's 'Puppy-palooza' event on Sunday. (Provided photos)

Move aside, basketball fans. In Everett, it’s time for ‘March Muttness.’

The Everett Animal Shelter is competing with other shelters to raise donations. A ‘Puppy-palooza’ adoption event is also scheduled for Sunday.

Boq, left, and Dorothy, two puppies up for adoption at the Everett Animal Shelter's 'Puppy-palooza' event on Sunday. (Provided photos)
Carrie Radcliff.

Carrie Radcliff named as publisher for The Daily Herald

The Snohomish County native began her career as an advertising intern at The Herald 35 years ago.

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Josie Humphries, 7, reacts to a trout darting to eat a worm during a field trip with classmates from The Clearwater School at the Northwest Stream Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Clearwater students experience watershed moment at Northwest Stream Center

The Everett facility provides environmental education focused on watershed and riparian health.

Josie Humphries, 7, reacts to a trout darting to eat a worm during a field trip with classmates from The Clearwater School at the Northwest Stream Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Everett

Everett council could issue more than $200 million in bonds

The bonds would help pay for water and sewer projects, as well as some construction work.

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Officials gather near two of Everett’s electric buses to discuss the new BattGenie system on Monday, June 27, 2022, at the Everett Transit bus yard in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Everett Transit seeks feedback on route changes

The local transit agency is looking to increase connections to regional service. Feedback is due April 6.

Officials gather near two of Everett’s electric buses to discuss the new BattGenie system on Monday, June 27, 2022, at the Everett Transit bus yard in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A no trespassing sign threatens prosecution at the site of Mother Nature’s Window Park along 55th Drive NE on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, in Marysville, Washington. The patch of woods is overgrown, but there are plans to open the land back to the public after it is renovated. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Marysville to host open house for Mother Nature’s Window

The park has been closed to the public for decades. The city hopes to open it later this year.

A no trespassing sign threatens prosecution at the site of Mother Nature’s Window Park along 55th Drive NE on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, in Marysville, Washington. The patch of woods is overgrown, but there are plans to open the land back to the public after it is renovated. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Everett

Police search for suspect in attempted kidnapping

A female said a man attacked her and attempted to pull her into his vehicle. She fought him off and was able to escape, police said.

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Bothell

Mexican citizen, living in Bothell, indicted on child pornography charges

The suspect in the case was previously registered as a sex offender, police say. His registration was terminated in 2017 when he was turned over to federal authorities for deportation.

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Melody Schneider holds a sign protesting pay cuts to teachers as an Edmonds School District bus passes by during Edmonds College faculty union rally as part of a national day of action outside of the Lynnwood Event Center on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County educators rally against state and federal cuts

Gov. Bob Ferguson proposed state employees take one furlough day a month for two years to address the budget shortfall.

Melody Schneider holds a sign protesting pay cuts to teachers as an Edmonds School District bus passes by during Edmonds College faculty union rally as part of a national day of action outside of the Lynnwood Event Center on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lands commissioner plans to keep working with feds

Dave Upthegrove expects to continue to work with U.S. Forest Service, after Trump’s latest executive orders aimed at boosting logging.