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 • Bob Bolerjack,
Opinion Editor
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• Carol MacPherson,
Editorial Writer
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• Allen Funk,
Herald Publisher
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• Kim Heltne,
Assistant to the Publisher
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WEEK IN REVIEW
Thursday


• PETA activist creates her own circus on Everett...
• Obama nomination an 'event of a lifetime' for many
• Stranded teen hikers rescued from peak east of ...
Wednesday


• Excitement for 2010 Olympics builds on both sid...
• Sale of bills mocking Obama cut off at GOP fair...
• WASL: Most incoming juniors pass reading, writi...
Tuesday


• 2-year sentence in Ecstasy drug death
• Heroin took life of bright teen from Mukilteo
• 24 centenarians set a record for the ages
Monday


• Boeing Machinists stand firm
• Local delegates ready to make history at Denver...
• Shorter WASL exams ahead for students in most g...
Sunday


• The Tulalips' rapid rise took a lot more than luck
• Rain cancels Four Tops, Temptations concert at ...
• Edmonds man dies in one-car accident near Marth...
Saturday


• Steer clear, police say
• Leaks in Gold Bar's finances exposed in audit
• Cesarean section rates climbing in Washington s...
Friday


• State fair opens with style in Monroe
• Everett landlord now says he won't house sex of...
• Behind the scenes at the fair
 

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Editorials
As long as we hunger for gossip, we'll get it

Americans cherish their privacy. Well, except for those people who over-share personal information. Still, it's their choice to reveal such secrets. Whether anyone wants to hear them or not is another matter. [More]

August 29


Hate tactics won't win elections in this state

No, Snohomish County is not some backwater where racist smears are considered fair game in political campaigns. [More]

August 28


Public should decide size of port commission

When Everett port commissioners declined in July to put a commission expansion proposal on the ballot, it was a good example of why the voters should decide this issue. [More]

August 27


Are we ready to take an Olympic-size stage?

With the Beijing Games still a fresh memory, Everett and Snohomish County get their first taste of Olympic-style attention less than two months from now. [More]

August 26


What's in a name? In Everett, poor grammar

Comcast Arena at Everett did itself proud by landing Neil Young for an Oct. 21 concert. It puts Everett in the big time, concertwise. [More]

August 25


3 researchers walk into a bar ...

Ah, academic research. A Washington State University linguist found that people who tell dumb jokes face hostility from the listeners. (Insert own sarcastic retort here). [More]

August 25


State voters deserve honest debate of issues

Since Chris Gregoire and Dino Rossi finished in what was essentially a statistical tie four years ago, it wasn't surprising that in this year's rematch of gubernatorial candidates, the gloves came off early. [More]

August 24


• Debating drinking age isn't raising a white flag  August 22
• Voters vindicated by new primary's success  August 21
• Nation's moral duty is to aid Iraq's refugees  August 20
• Statue is fitting thanks for a lifetime of laughs  August 19
• Chinese taking a cue from American culture  August 18
• Protect public health, now and in the future  August 17
• Everett Clinic improves care while cutting costs  August 15
• Bush makes a science of brushing off science  August 14
• Outdoor safety needs a fresh examination  August 13
• Whole county cheers Mill Creek's champs  August 12
• Deliver some comfort to our faithful carriers  August 11
• Sex offenders: Looking to balance safety, rights  August 10
• Plenty of questions still surround tanker deal  August 8
• A sensible solution to an overcrowded ballot  August 7
• U.S. shows leadership in helping world's poor  August 6
• Keep capable Fairhurst on state's highest court  August 5
• Prized kids' museum earns national honors  August 4
• Elect Appel, Lucas for Superior Court judge  August 3
• Deadly peanut allergies get welcome attention  August 1
• Spirit of cooperation saves Heybrook Ridge  July 31
Primary Election Endorsements

• Keep capable Fairhurst on state's highest court  August 5
• Elect Appel, Lucas for Superior Court judge  August 3
1. PETA activist creates her own circus on Everett street corner
2. Stranded teen hikers rescued from peak east of Granite Falls
3. Boeing makes final offer to Machinists
4. Edmonds man admits to Silvertips raffle theft
5. Twice as many local schools make federal watch list
6. Home movie: Snohomish native has leading role in an indie film on location in his hometown
7. Boeing sweetens offer to Machinists, retiree medical benefits safe
8. Mile-long pipes will take a boat trip
9. Former jail guard sent to jail for assault
10. Business briefly: Machinists rally in Everett over talks
Enterprise Newspaper Snohomish County Business Journal
• E-W's Heard steps back into spotlight
• Local theatre ready for its close up
• Keeping an eye on the road
• Fall into the performing arts
• PCC introduces earth friendly features at Edmonds store
• Cedar Valley faces sanctions over WASL scores
• Breathing room
• Shoreline WASL scores show less improvement since 2006
• Mill Creek man robs Rite Aid pharmacy, demands cash and drugs
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