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Crescent Roll, 1, plays with cat toy inside his enclosure at PAWS on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. Crescent Roll came to paws as a stray and his history is unknown but he loves pets and to play. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

PAWS’ Companion Animal Shelter offers dogs, cats and a new leash on life

Since 1967, the Progressive Animal Welfare Society has found homes for 150,000 dogs and cats.

 

Sarvey Wildlife Care Center is one of the few facilities in the area that accepts all species – from orphaned raccoons to disoriented beavers. Photo courtesy of Sarvey Wildlife Care Center.

‘We wouldn’t exist without you:’ Arlington rescue works to meet surging demand

Wildlife center expands care to meet rising demand

 

Dedicated to ending the euthanasia of healthy and adoptable pets, The NOAH Center in Stanwood combines innovative programs with a family-friendly adoption approach that has helped over 56,000 animals find loving homes since 2003. Photo courtesy of the NOAH Center.

Finding furever homes: The NOAH Center’s year-end fundraiser inspires community support

Unique programs provide second chances for pets in need

 

The children’s bed program provides bedding, mattresses and frames to children who would otherwise sleep on the floor. Photo courtesy of St. Vincent de Paul North Sound Council

Neighbors support neighbors in Snohomish County

Thrift store program gives beds to children in need

The children’s bed program provides bedding, mattresses and frames to children who would otherwise sleep on the floor. Photo courtesy of St. Vincent de Paul North Sound Council
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Snohomish school leader on leave following sex abuse allegations

Last month, police arrested Julian Parker for investigation of child rape. Prosecutors are reviewing the case for charges.

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A family walks through the Wintertide lights Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Legion Park in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A family walks through the Wintertide lights Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Legion Park in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Scott Peterson works to clear a tree that fell on the roof of a Shawn Hawes' apartment unit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Scott Peterson works to clear a tree that fell on the roof of a Shawn Hawes' apartment unit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Snohomish United recently acquired a USL League Two franchise and will field a team in May. (Photo courtesy of Anthony Sardon)

Snohomish United joins USL League Two

The local soccer organization expands into the pre-professional ranks.

Snohomish United recently acquired a USL League Two franchise and will field a team in May. (Photo courtesy of Anthony Sardon)
Seattle police received multiple 911 calls of a white pickup truck traveling the wrong way in the westbound lane of the West Seattle Bridge the morning of March 22, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. The truck collided with another vehicle, killing the passenger and driver inside. (Photo provided by the Seattle Police Department)

Driver sentenced in Seattle crash that killed 2 Snohomish teens

Riley Danard and Khalea Thoeuk were driving on the West Seattle Bridge after celebrating a birthday in March 2023.

Seattle police received multiple 911 calls of a white pickup truck traveling the wrong way in the westbound lane of the West Seattle Bridge the morning of March 22, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. The truck collided with another vehicle, killing the passenger and driver inside. (Photo provided by the Seattle Police Department)
Large logs flow quickly down the Snohomish River as the river reaches minor flood stage a hair over 25 feet following an overnight storm Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Rainy, gusty week to come in Snohomish County

The Snohomish River could reach the “action” flooding stage, but forecasters don’t expect any flooding here.

Large logs flow quickly down the Snohomish River as the river reaches minor flood stage a hair over 25 feet following an overnight storm Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Carli Brockman lets her daughter Carli, 2, help push her ballot into the ballot drop box on the Snohomish County Campus on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘So slay’: Snohomish County voters stream to ballot boxes

Despite creeping election anxiety, voters across the county turned in their ballots Tuesday. County turnout was at 56% on Monday.

Carli Brockman lets her daughter Carli, 2, help push her ballot into the ballot drop box on the Snohomish County Campus on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
From left to right, April Berg and Sam Sim.

Education policy a top issue in House race

Incumbent state Rep. April Berg, D-Mill Creek, is running for re-election against Sam Sim, a Republican from Bothell.

From left to right, April Berg and Sam Sim.
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Charges: Suspect shot man 6 times south of Snohomish

On Friday, prosecutors charged two men in connection with the Sept. 14 killing of Joshua Wilson, 29.

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Snohomish County Fire District 4 station off of maple Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Asbestos survey before Snohomish training was inadequate, report says

However, fire officials say the risk to firefighters was lower than what they experience on emergency calls.

Snohomish County Fire District 4 station off of maple Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Man identified in fatal shooting near Snohomish

Detectives have arrested two men for investigation of murder in the Sept. 15 death of Joshua Wilson, 29.

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2 arrested in fatal shooting of man in road near Snohomish

Phoenix Myers Barnes and Alan McLean were each held for investigation of second-degree murder.

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A crash closed U.S. 2 on Tuesday morning between Snohomish and Monroe. (Fire District 4)

Police chase ends with crash, closes US 2 for hours

The highway closed around 6:30 a.m. It’s the latest in a string of pursuits that have ended in crashes.

A crash closed U.S. 2 on Tuesday morning between Snohomish and Monroe. (Fire District 4)
Pedestrians crossing the street at the new Lynnwood City Center Station. Photo courtesy of Community Transit.

Snohomish County embraces expanded community transit service

Expanded routes and improved service links residents with new light rail trains

Pedestrians crossing the street at the new Lynnwood City Center Station. Photo courtesy of Community Transit.
Snohomish County Fire District 4 station off of maple Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Nearly 150 firefighters may have been exposed to asbestos, fire agencies say

Snohomish County Fire District 4, South County Fire and Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue are investigating the potential exposure.

Snohomish County Fire District 4 station off of maple Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Spada Farmhouse Brewery in Snohomish in 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Explore haunted saloons, pie sundaes and antique malls in Snohomish

By Alyse Smith / The Bellingham Herald Snohomish, Wash. is a historic town just outside Everett – about 45 minutes north of Seattle and an… Continue reading

Spada Farmhouse Brewery in Snohomish in 2020. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)