Top 10: Live in Everett Articles of 2018

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We’ve written a lot, and you’ve read a lot. We’ve compiled our most popular articles of 2018 in one handy list to look back at the year that was. What was your favorite moment of 2018? Let us know in the comments below, and Happy New Year!

1. Everett's Best Christmas Light Show: Irwin Family Lights

Sure it’s a newcomer (we wrote this a couple of weeks ago), but the Irwin Family Lights are a South Everett tradition, and a lot of you loved reading and discovering this neighborhood light show.

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2. Brand New Capers + Olives Brings Classy Cuisine to Colby

Capers + Olives is fast becoming one of our favorite restaurants. We even ate there for a Live in Everett TV (spoiler alert: we loved it). Whether it’s a date night or a treat yourself dinner, Capers + Olives is always delicious.

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3. Midnight Cookie Co. is South Everett's New Late-Night Dessert Destination

Who doesn’t love some late night cookie binges? Midnight Cookie Co. in South Everett delivers cookies and Full Tilt Ice Cream directly to your door, and they’re open late. Perfect for a post-party, a late-night video game sesh or just because.

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4. Hollywood Comes to Everett

Ever wonder what films were shot here in our fair city? Richard Porter wrote a roundup on what big-budget blockbusters were on location in Everett.


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5. 24-Hour Diner Opens on West Hewitt

We love a good open-late spot. Everett needs more of them. What better way to sop up a night of drinking then with some authentic diner food? 2018 brought Comfort Cafe to Everett, and we shared our thoughts on North Everett’s newest late night haunt.

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6. Farms & Market is Now Open

It’s now closed.

For whatever reason, Farms & Market only lasted about six months in downtown Everett. We still have the Sno-Isle Food Co-Op right down the street, which has been going strong for over 20 years.

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7. Port of Everett Food Truck Fridays are Back​​​​​​​

Everyone loves a good food truck. Add some salt air and a light breeze and Food Truck Fridays at the Port of Everett is one of the best lunch spots you can enjoy in the city.

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8. The Simpsons/Everett Connection

Everett has a connection to one of the longest running shows on television. From the tire fire to Chief Wiggum, read how Everett and Springfield share a bond.

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9. Before and After: Historic Grand Leader Mercantile Lives Again

Grand Leader Mercantile opened this year, offering vintage housewares in the heart of downtown Everett.

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10. Jetty Island is Everett’s Best Summer Chill Spot. Change My Mind

One of the best things about living in Everett is enjoying a summer day on Jetty Island. Richard Porter wrote this love letter to the island, and nobody’s been able to change his mind.

Thanks for supporting Live in Everett in 2018. What was your favorite article of 2018? Let us know in the comments below, and we’ll see you in the new year!


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Henry J is a writer and editor for Live in Everett and produces the Live in Everett Podcast.