Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.
| AREA INFORMATION | |
| City of Seattle Office of Housing - Promotes the development and preservation of affordable housing. | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| King County Government Seattle, Washington - These include courts and related legal services, public health services, the county jail, records and elections, property tax appraisals and regional parks and facilities, including the King County International Airport (Boeing Field). With the voter-approved merger of Metro and King County, county government has also assumed the responsibility for public transit and sewage disposal. | |
| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Snohomish County Governement, WA - Online government information and services. | |
| Washington State Patrol - Washington State Patrol provides traffic safety, ferry terminal security, concealed weapons and criminal records. | |
| Washington State Sex Offender Information - The information presented on this web site should not be used in any manner to injure, harass, or commit a criminal act against any individual named in the registry, or residing at the reported address. | |
| ENTERTAINMENT | |
Argosy Cruises - Argosy operates a variety of vessels providing private and public cruises around the Puget Sound area.
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Bellevue Art Museum -
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery - Washington state's oldest and most prestigious winery offers award-winning wines and a tasting experience second to none at our chateau and historic grounds near Seattle.
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Cinatown Discovery - Just minutes away from downtown Seattle, it's possible to discover the traditions, spirit and soul of a 7,000 year old culture.
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Columbia Winery - Established in Washington State since 1962.
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Emerald Downs - The pounding hooves and pounding hearts give the sport its own rhythm, its own intensity, even its own language.
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Experience Music Project - EMP is a one-of-a-kind music museum combining interactive and interpretive exhibits to tell the story of the creative, innovative and rebellious expression that defines American popular music.
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Kenmore Air - The largest full-service seaplane operation in the world.
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Museum of Flight - One of the world's leading air and space museums
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| Nordic Museum - Visit a place where history comes alive and contemporary artists and community activities are celebrated with vibrant exhibits and events. | |
Pike Place Market - The Pike Place Market is the soul of Seattle.
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Pioneer Square - Seattles most exciting nightlife. The setting may bring you back to a slower paced life gone a hundred years, but donÂt leave it at that
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Seafair - A month-long, region-wide barbecue, that brings an entire community together in celebration.
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Seattle Aquarium - The Seattle Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about the amazing Puget Sound that surrounds you!
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Seattle Art Museum - Search for art, teacher materials and events.
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Spaceneedle - Whatever your interests� theatre, ballet, opera, professional sports, rock �n� roll history, roller coasters, science, movies, shopping, exploring or just plain walking around�the city unfurls from the Space Needle.
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The Children's Museum - The museum exhibit center features eight permanent galleries, one temporary gallery, and three studio spaces.
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Victoria Clipper - Seasonal Deals and Special Offers
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Woodland Park Zoo - Hours and admission prices.
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| Favorite Charities | |
| Help Find Missing Kids - OPERATION LOOKOUT® National Center for Missing Youth - Assisting in the search for missing children since 1984. 24 Hour Emergency Hotline and On-Line Registration of Missing Youth. | |
| HOME & GARDEN | |
| Home Depot - You can do it, we can help | |
| HOME INSPECTION | |
HomeView Inspections - Call James Taylor @ 888-748-4663 for the most reliable and honest inspections in the area.
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Lucus Inspections - Lucus Building Inspection is a full-service home inspection company that provides a wide range of inspection programs for homeowners, home buyers and business owners in Washington. With over 15 years of experience in the home inspection business, ours is one of the oldest companies of its kind in the state.
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| INTERESTING SITES | |
| Craigslist - Find anything, anywhere. Links to every major city's specific page of ads. | |
| eBaum's World - Media for the masses. Fun Jokes, Pics, & Videos | |
| LOCAL SPORTS | |
Everett Silver Tips - The Western Hockey League has become one of the premier developmental hockey leagues in the world. It is rich in tradition and teeming with talent.
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| North County Youth Soccer - North Scounty Youth Soccer Association Home page. Soccer for teams and players in the U11-U18 age brackets. Check standings, schedules and sign up for play. | |
| NYBA Basketball - Recreation league for children and teenagers in the Northshore area. Check schedules, stats, sign up for play. | |
| Seattle Mariners - The official site of the Seattle Mariners | |
| Seattle Seahawks - Order tickets, view the schedule and team stats. | |
| Seattle Supersonics - Official site of the Seattle Supersonics. One of the hottest teams in the NBA. Team stats, league standings, buy tickets on-line. | |
| Sno_King Youth Soccer - Sno-King Youth Soccer is a league for children in the U7-U10 age brackets. Find out about sign ups, schedules and fees. | |
| MAPS | |
| Google Maps - Google Maps shows you where you want to go and tells you what you'll find when you get there. | |
| Keyhole - Keyhole is the 3D digital earth pioneerÂthe only company to deliver a 3D digital model of the entire earth via the Internet. | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| MILITARY LINKS | |
| Naval Station Everett - Naval Station Everett is the Navy's most modern facility. Construction started in November 1987 and during the first week of 1994 personnel moved into the recently completed Fleet Support and Administration buildings and officially began operations at Naval Station Everett. | |
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| MORTGAGE | |
Old West Mortgage - Our vision at Old West Mortgage is to create 1,000 millionaires. We do this by teaching you how your money and the loan process work together so you can make your best financial decisions.
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| RELOCATION LINKS | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move. Change your address online for $1 | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Everett Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
| SCHOOLS | |
GreatSchools.net - GreatSchools.net is the nation's leading online guide to K-12 schools. Published by GreatSchools, Inc., a California nonprofit organization, GreatSchools.net provides parents with the information they need to choose schools, support their children's education and improve schools in their communities.
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School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| SEARCH ENGINES | |
| FREE Yahoo Photo Album - Share your photos with the people who matter | |
| Google Images - Want to the area? Type whatever you like (ie. Seattle, Mount Rainier, Snoqualmie Pass, etc.), and google will find related pics. | |
| Google Maps - Map a business/location and visit related websites. | |
| Google Scholar - Search only for .org (organization) and .edu (education) related websites. | |
| Google Suggest - As you type, Google will offer suggestions. | |
| MSN - Great for current events and news. | |
| Yahoo Toolbar - Good pop up blocker | |
| SKI & SURF | |
| Crystal Mountain Ski Conditions - The latest reports on the skiing conditions and operating hours at Crystal Mountain. Crystal Mountain, rated #7 ski area in North America by SKIING Magazine | |
| Mission Ridge Ski Conditions - Mission Ridge: Sunshine, Blue Skies, Dry Powder. Check the latest in ski conditions and rates at the official home page of Mission Ridge. Light Powder only 3 hours from Seattle | |
| Mt Baker Ski Report - Mount Baker has the longest ski season and the deepest snow pack around. Fewer runs and shorter operating hours are made up for in the quality and quantity of snow. Worth the drive. Here are the latest conditions, straight from the source. | |
| Snoqualmie Pass Conditions - Link to Snoqualmie Summit's homepage for the latest ski conditions and operating hours | |
| Stevens Pass Ski Report - The Official homepage of Stevens Pass Resort. The latest in ski conditions and operating hours for some of the best skiing within 2 hours of Seattle. | |
| Surfing Conditions on the Coast - The latest in surfing conditions at Washington's hottest surfing spot. Also includes instructions on how to use the report with great links to help you decide when to go if you are new to the sport. | |
| Westport Surf Report - Surf and weather information from the coast with wave models and surf cams. Surfs up! | |
| TAX INFORMATION | |
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| Homeowner deductions information - | |
| How to report moving expenses - | |
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| TRANSPORTATION | |
| Statewide Road and Traffic conditions - Real-Time Road and Traffic conditions statewide. Check the traffic before you leave. Includes pass road contitions and traction advisories | |
