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New virus is common |
06/01/2009 |
| The outbreak of a new strain of swine flu (H1N1) has become widespread in the state and around the nation. Because its now known to be in Washington, the state Department of Health is changing its monitoring strategy, focusing on hospitalized patients and fatal cases. |
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Grace Academy invites the community |
05/31/2009 |
| The school year is not even over, and yet it is already the time when parents are making decisions as to where they will be sending their children to school in the fall. |
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Nancy Nord will step down |
05/31/2009 |
| After an announcement this past Wednesday that Nancy Nord will step down as acting Chair of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) effective June 1st, the Handmade Toy Alliance (HTA) calls to Commissioner Moore to address the unintended consequences of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). |
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Annexation Approval Stamp |
05/30/2009 |
| Snohomish County was made the keeper of the annexation approval stamp and they were very stingy with it. Most annexations are not controversial in the way this Bothell one is.
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Volunteers still needed to assist vulnerable adults |
05/28/2009 |
| Adults living in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities and adult family homes throughout Snohomish County are in need of community help. |
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BRIGHT FUTURE FOR SNOHOMISH |
05/28/2009 |
| Snohomish is poised to emerge from current economic circumstances stronger and more vibrant than ever thanks to the efforts and planning of the people who live here. |
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Rethinking Retirement In A Changing Economy |
05/27/2009 |
| The changing economy has many people confused about what they should be doing to plan for their retirement. These decisions cannot be avoided even though the economy does not appear to be cooperating with their plans. |
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Snohomish County Fire District 7 |
05/27/2009 |
| At 6:37 a.m., Snohomish County Fire District 7 responded to a report of a kitchen fire in the 2200 block of 172nd Place SE. Upon arrival, crews determined the fire had been extinguished by one of the occupants. |
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You must have the right travel papers |
05/27/2009 |
| The Department of Licensing reminds travelers the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) deadline goes into effect June 1, 2009. All travelers will be required to present a passport or alternative citizenship document when entering the U.S. from Canada by land or by sea. |
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SR 532 open house |
05/27/2009 |
| SR 532 open house will prepare drivers for summer construction WSDOT will host an open house June 8 to update drivers, business owners and local residents on safety improvements scheduled to begin this summer along 10 miles of State Route 532 between Interstate 5 and Camano Island. |
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New signs on US 2 |
05/27/2009 |
| In Snohomish County today WSDOT unveiled a new electronic sign on US 2 east of Snohomish just outside of Monroe towards Sultan. |
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Small businesses suffering financial hardship |
05/27/2009 |
| Small businesses suffering financial hardship as a result of the slow economy may be eligible to receive temporary relief to keep their doors open and get their cash flow back on track through to a new loan program announced today by SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills. |
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Check for aquatic invasive species |
05/26/2009 |
| Starting Memorial Day weekend, boaters heading to Washington waterways may encounter new mandatory stops by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) to check for aquatic invasive species. |
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Snohomish City Council Race |
05/25/2009 |
| Snohomish City Council Race heats up with the announcement of Greg Guedel his candidacy for Position 4 on the Snohomish City Council.
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Unemployment rate did not rise in April |
05/24/2009 |
| Washingtons unemployment rate did not rise in April, the first time in more than a year that the rate did not increase from one month to the next, according to the state Employment Security Department. |
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A Moment to Remember |
05/24/2009 |
| On Monday, May 25, 2009, at 3 p.m., Snohomish residents and Americans across the country will join together in taking a moment to remember and honor those men and women who died in service to our country. |
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Historic Preservation and Cultural Tourism Symposium |
05/23/2009 |
| Yesterday was your last chance to register for the Snohomish Historic Preservation and Cultural Tourism Symposium being held in Snohomish on May 28th and 29th. |
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Improving habitat at Cemetery Creek |
05/23/2009 |
| Critical area mitigation funds from the development of Snohomish Station are at work to improve habitat at Cemetery Creek. |
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Snohomish Student Presents Research |
05/23/2009 |
| Snohomish's Nathan Oglesby, a 2005 graduate of Snohomish High School and son of John Oglesby and Michelle Dufour, presented a scholarly paper on his study into classic Roman poetry and modern rap music at the fourth annual Oregon Undergraduate Conference in Classics at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, April 18.
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National health care reform |
05/23/2009 |
| During the last presidential campaign, at least six national health care reform proposals were discussed and debated. |
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Snohomish Police Activity |
05/22/2009 |
| Snohomish Police responded to a theft report at the 2900 block of Bickford Ave. Police were advised that a female shoplifted some clothing items from a store and left the scene in a white vehicle. |
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Rep. Hope's Legislative Update |
05/21/2009 |
| I was relieved to hear the governor will not be calling a special session to deal with bills that were unsuccessful during the regular session, particularly the levy equalization cuts proposal. |
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Page for your Business on Facebook |
05/21/2009 |
| Have you been wondering what Facebook can do for your business? This event is an opportunity to find out how using Facebook can help you boost visibility and expand your
audience.
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May is Foster Care month |
05/20/2009 |
| All children deserve a safe, happy life - including the 496,000 American children and youth in foster care. Young people in foster care especially need nurturing adults on their side because their own families are in crisis and unable to care for them.
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Staying up to date on SR 532 |
05/19/2009 |
| Staying up to date on SR 532 corridor improvements in both Snohomish and Island counties will be as easy as checking your e-mail inbox, thanks to a new service from the Washington State Department of Transportation that will begin May 29. |
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Snohomish Fire District 7 Sirens |
05/18/2009 |
| At 12:56 p.m., Snohomish Fire District 7 responded to a vehicle fire in the 12500 block of Elliott Road. Crews quickly extinguished the fire; damage is estimated at $2,500. |
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The inaugural Snohomish Antiques & Arts Faire |
05/18/2009 |
| The inaugural Snohomish Antiques & Arts Faire in Historic Downtown Snohomish was held on Saturday. |
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Cascadia Rail Week |
05/17/2009 |
| We now have further clarification about the Federal Railroad Administration hearing scheduled to be held on Wednesday, May 27. |
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Snohomish Wedding Showcase Tour |
05/17/2009 |
| Snohomish Wedding Showcase Tour a complete success with over 150 tickets issued and many more attending with those ticket holders. This was the first event held in the City of Snohomish focusing on the BIG DAY. |
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Showdown in Snohomish |
05/17/2009 |
| Snohomish was the scene of a good old' fashioned stand-off between the City of Snohomish and some Motorcycle clubs. Hundreds of bikers descended on Snohomish to show they won't be denied, equally determined to keep the peace were representatives from many of the local law enforce agencies. |
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Talk about the State Budget |
05/15/2009 |
| Watch Up Front on KING 5 this Sunday to see WPC's Jason Mercier Talk about the State Budget. |
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Snohomish County Fire |
05/15/2009 |
| At 4:54 a.m., Snohomish County Fire District 7 responded to a report of a wall on fire in the 16100 block of Connelly Road. Upon arrival, crews confirmed that an exterior wall of the home was on fire |
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Memorial Day weekend coming up soon |
05/15/2009 |
| With Memorial Day weekend coming up soon, tens of thousands of Washingtonians are making plans to spend some time in the great outdoors. |
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Ear to the Ground |
05/14/2009 |
| The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today rolled out a new blog, Ear to the Ground. This offering is the latest 'social networking' feature added to the departments Web site, www.dnr.wa.gov. |
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County Executive hosts summit |
05/13/2009 |
| Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon invites the public to join nine of the states top entrepreneurs for an important discussion on competing for and winning the worlds next, most valued businesses and industries. |
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Benefit Ride to Fight Debilitating Diseases |
05/13/2009 |
| Snohomish Resident Coordinates 4th Annual 210-mile Benefit Ride to Fight Debilitating Diseases
in Honor of Fellow Cyclists, Family and Friends
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Taxable retail sales declined 4.3 percent |
05/13/2009 |
| Taxable retail sales declined 4.3 percent to $113.2 billion during calendar year 2008, the Washington State Department of Revenue reported today. |
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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia |
05/13/2009 |
| Snohomish Police officer observed a vehicle parked in a parking lot and watched four people get inside and sit in the vehicle for a few minutes. The officer observed one subject reach under the drivers seat, then moments later saw a light flicker on as if the subjects were lighting and smoking something. |
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State Fire Academy in North Bend |
05/13/2009 |
| For twelve weeks, two Snohomish County Fire District 7 Lieutenants spent their days increasing their experience at the Washington State Fire Academy in North Bend. Lieutenants Rick Peters and Justyn Shevlin exhausted forty hours per week expanding their leadership talents while assisting new recruits with their firefighting skills. |
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Snohomish County Fire District 7 |
05/13/2009 |
| Snohomish County Fire District 7 has added a new tender to its fleet thanks to a grant received last year. The new tender will be based at the Lost Lake Station (Station 75, 13725 Lost Lake Road). |
