News
San Juan County settles with alleged assault victim
A convicted felon, who claims she was assaulted by the San Juan County Sheriff, was awarded $34,000 in…
News
Lopez man charged with possession of methamphetamines
On May 10, John Gardener Fox, 46, of Lopez, was arrested for assault after a domestic disturbance that…
Opinion
Can you bear it? | Editorial
The black bear is a symbol of protection, a scavenger, a beautiful furry beast and at times a…
Obituaries
Richard Lally memorial
The memorial for Richard Lally is 3 p.m. this Saturday, May 20 at the Presbyterian Church in Friday…
News
Grellet-Tinner’s charges dismissed, former Orcas teacher seeks $10 million
The Orcas high school teacher previously found guilty of sexual misconduct with a minor will not be going…
Life
Great Islands Clean-Up returns on Earth Day
When you start picking through trash you never know what might show up.
Opinion
When we lose community members too soon | Editorial
Life is precious. This is not a new adage, but when two young people in our community pass…
Opinion
Facts and opinions, where newspapers draw the line | Editorial
What is the difference between a staff-generated newspaper article, an editorial and a guest column?
News
Disgraced detective involved in delayed filing of rape case
Jose Cruz Churape-Martinez, 26, of Friday Harbor, is charged with rape of a child sometime between Nov. 1…
Business
Woodland Tax Solutions celebrates opening
Lopez resident Sara Waugh has started a new accounting and tax preparation business on the island: Woodland Tax…
News
String of burglaries allegedly tied together
(Official charges have not been made for individuals mentioned below, therefore the Journal will name them as “suspects.”…
News
Olga Road opening and subject detained | Update
A welfare check on an Orcas resident resulted in a standoff on Olga Road, which was closed from…