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Local News for North Snohomish County
North County Outlook reports on stories that impact the lives of those who live and work in north Snohomish County. The issues that are important for Marysville, Arlington, Smokey Point, Lakewood, Tulalip and Quil Ceda residents and businesses are covered here.
8/28/08
 Sunshine, good friends at annual picnic
More than 300 seniors from north Snohomish County enjoyed a delicious lunch, courtesy of the Marysville Parks Department and local sponsors, at the 11th annual Senior Picnic August 12 at Comeford Park. (more)
8/28/08
County faces budget woes, hiring freeze
The Snohomish County Council has unanimously approved a hiring freeze for county government, effective immediately, and is seeking public input on a new two-year budget with a series of community forums. (more)
8/28/08
Primary vote results offer few surprises
It seems unlikely that voter participation in the state’s first “top two” primary election will meet Secretary of State Sam Reed’s prediction of 46 percent turnout. Statewide, only about 41.5 percent of registered voters cast a ballot. Snohomish County results were slightly lower, at about 40 percent. (more)
8/28/08
Seeing red: Fewer services, more fees for Snohomish County public health
The Snohomish County Health Board is considering budget cuts, personnel layoffs and fee increases to offset a projected shortfall in the Health District’s 2009 budget. (more)
8/28/08
 Rare Swifts to make Snohomish County visit
“We thought they were bats,” said one of the young teen skateboarders, staring up at the flock of small black birds swirling around in the air above Wagner Elementary School in Monroe. (more)
8/14/08 Tulalip artists fill new hotel with tribal lore
8/14/08 Hotel plans grand opening August 15
8/14/08 Arlington employee suspected of theft
8/14/08 Marysville civic campus studied
8/14/08 Odor complaints drop as company responds to PSCAA violation
7/31/08 Local heroes help contain school arson fire
7/31/08 Compost plant investigated as source of odor problem
7/31/08 Business, civic leaders discuss traffic issues
7/31/08 Cultural center to document tribal history
7/31/08 Principal of Arlington school fired amid allegations of sexual misconduct
7/31/08 Tribes plan timber harvest
7/31/08 Verizon seeks cable franchise
7/31/08 City shares cost of sidewalk repairs with property owners
7/31/08 Videos will promote tourism and business development
7/03/08 Local softball team to play in World Series
7/03/08 Low-key opening for hote
7/03/08 Summer festivals flying high
6/19/08 All-night walk funds fight against cancer
6/19/08 Tulalips welcome Big Chief Salmon
6/19/08 Skatepark schedule for beginners
6/19/08 Tulalip staffers earn opportunity to study vocational life down under
6/19/08 9-year-old skater already a winner
6/05/08 Arlington hospital set to expand
6/05/08 Haller Point project is growth done right
6/05/08 Marysville adopts new fireworks rules
6/05/08 Off-leash park site recommended
6/05/08 Expanded location for Roy Robinson RV Center
6/05/08 Intern joins writing staff at North County Outlook
6/05/08 Reports of graffiti down
5/22/08 Marysville breaks ground on new high school
5/22/08 County planners schedule meetings to discuss rural growth management
5/22/08 New BBQ restaurant blooming with great flavor, friendly service
5/08/08 Buffalo receive tribal blessing
5/08/08 Food Bank recognizes its past, plans for future
5/08/08 Management changes for city department
5/08/08 Amateur filmmakers invited to produce conservation ads for PUD
4/24/08 Backers hope to build new library
4/24/08 Gregoire visits Snohomish County for campaign kickoff
4/24/08 Body shop focused on granting a wish
4/24/08 Three cheers for Fuzion Ignite!
4/24/08 Reservation lines open at Tulalip resort
4/24/08 Arlington tourism gets tax boost
4/10/08 Festival pageant decides royal court
4/10/08 Free shredding event combats identity theft
4/10/08 Tribe's donation boosts Camp Fire campaign
3/27/08 Leaders re-elected to Tulalip tribal council
3/27/08 Student walkout leads to talks about discipline, school safety
3/27/08 Train collision with truck injures only frozen foods
3/27/08 Local engineer earns national honors
3/27/08 Stillaguamish Tribe keeps an eye on nesting eagles
3/13/08 North county leaders ask for new look at UW report
3/13/08 Rotary's leadership gift kicks off museum effort
3/13/08 Find resources at Marysville 411 Community Connections Fair
3/13/08 Legislation would extend authority of tribal police
3/13/08 Tribes work to protect Port Susan
2/28/08 Meeting to air concerns over proposed trail
2/28/08 Decision on UW North unlikely this session
2/28/08 Tulalip hosts Coast Salish Gathering
2/28/08 Commission positions open in Marysville
2/28/08 Signs planned to welcome visitors to Arlington
2/28/08 File tax return to qualify for stimulus rebates
2/28/08 Burn ban reconsidered by agency
2/14/08 Caucuses see record turnout
2/14/08 North County Outlook to produce official Strawberry Fest program
2/14/08 Expansion planned for Stilly casino
2/14/08 Rasmussen earns leadership certificate
2/14/08 Tulalip TV broadcasts live video worldwide
2/14/08 Local restaurants earn food safety awards
2/14/08 More tax money for tourism grants
1/31/08
A taste of winter
North Snohomish County has had its share of wintry weather the past few weeks, including several inches of the white stuff Monday and Tuesday. Annette Colombini of Marysville snapped this great photo of her niece Erin Morgan, 12, enjoying the snow at the Verlot ranger station on January 19.
1/31/08 Local man featured in docu-film about adult children with disabilities
1/31/08 Strong Teens program offered by Marysville YMCA
1/31/08 Park graffiti sparks city concerns
1/17/08 Snow geese spotted in Marysville fields
1/17/08 Local residents help provide medical care for children in impoverished countries
1/17/08 Promotions on police force help city prepare for growth
1/17/08 Tulalip Tribes partner with Forest Service
1/17/08 Proposed fee to fund conservation work
1/17/08 Arlington OKs card rooms in specific zones
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