When Boy Scout John Bartlett began thinking about earning his Eagle Scout rank, he wanted to do something that could benefit others. As the school year ended, a seed of community service started to germinate. "We found a project that would help out the Stanwood-Camano Food Bank," said Bartlett. Full Story
Director fired for alleged bad behavior
The Snohomish County planning director was fired recently after a woman claimed that he exposed himself to her during a golf tournament. On July 9, the county received a letter from the woman concerning the incident. The investigation into the allegations began that day, said Christopher Schwarzen, spokesman for County Executive Aaron Reardon. Full Story
Alternative hunting site remains to be determined
The frustration in the packed room was palpable. Both area hunters and Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) employees expressed their disgruntlement with the lack of an alternative pheasant release, as only a month remains to the start of the hunting season. Full Story
Chance for youth to build future, homes
Youth in Snohomish County have a chance to learn skills and finish schooling by building homes in Stanwood. YouthBuild Snohomish County is a new 10-month construction training program that includes GED completion, leadership training and job hunt assistance when the program ends. Full Story
Early deadlines
The Stanwood/Camano NEWS office will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday, and so deadlines will be earlier than usual. All display ads requiring a proof must be in before noon, and all other ads must be in before 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2. Full Story
