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Maritime and government leaders from Western Canada, Alaska & Washington met in Everett to discuss commerce and job creation at Puget Sound’s working waterfronts.

Officials from local ports and educational institutions gathered during the PNWER panel, which focused on infrastructure challenges and the rising need for skilled welders.

After three firefighters raised a flag during 9/11, its disappearance led to a two-year investigation when a local marine returned it to an Everett fire station — forensic tests verified its authenticity and it now is on display at the National 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

Archbishop Murphy High School will name its new Wellness & Performance Center The Lucas Athletic Center on Sept.

11 in honor of alumnus Abe Lucas’ six-figure gift during the Wildcats’ home opener against Sehome. The school will also induct Lucas into its Hall of Fame at halftime and mark the 10th anniversary of its 2016 state championship.

Everett Public Schools approved a two-year contract with the Everett Education Association on Tuesday that guarantees teachers a 3% raise for both the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years — with a potential inflation adjustment — after 95% union ratification.

County officials said Snohomish County raised its support for the Outdoor Event Center by adding $5M from hotel tax funds to bring its total pledge to $10M.

Everett awaits County Council approval as city leaders prepare a complete funding plan.

WildStyle Gym in Snohomish raised $7,720 for Cascadia Research Collective by hosting its summer fundraiser, Little Ripples Make Big Waves, at Lake Tye Park on Avenue D.

The event engaged members in fitness challenges and lifestyle changes (like trash cleanups) to support gray whale conservation.

Tuesday night, the Stanwood Spartans rallied from a 1-0 halftime deficit to win 4-2 over Arlington in their prep girls soccer match, with Kyler Burke and Georgia Lenz each scoring two goals.

Yesterday, Snohomish High won a 4-3 match over Monroe at Monroe High and Lynnwood edged Mountlake Terrace 4-3 at Lynnwood High in close boys tennis meets — decisive singles and doubles wins boosted both teams.