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Nonprofits receive a boost from OICF

It's a new record for the Orcas Island Community Foundation.

Chief Kevin O’Brien (right) discussing how the drill went. Firefighter Dennis Dahl is in the background.

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Radios problematic during fire drill

During an Orcas Fire simulated emergency drill, volunteers encountered some very real problems: radio difficulty and unavailable responders.

Michele Wiley is now in the Madrona Point Insurance office at 365 North Beach Road. She can be reached at 376-5707.

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Insurance with a smile

Michele Wiley admits it’s a funny thing to be enthusiastic about, but that doesn’t stop her from loving…

Tracy Harachi and Nate Yoffa with (l-r) Jasmine

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Animal love

Orcas couple goes to Thailand to work with elephants, returns home with new puppy

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Cider and mead festival is back

Since its launch three years ago, the Cider and Mead Festival has grown substantially each season.

Oliver (Mason Scoggin) and the Artful Dodger (Matthew Laslo-White).

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‘Oliver!’ at Orcas Center | Slide show

“It was time to get the next generation of child actors on stage and ‘Oliver!’ is one of…

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Orcas Fire opts out of marine users group

After seeking community input at town hall meetings and fire commission sessions and discussing the proposal at 16…

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Exchange looks toward the future

After the fire that ravaged the Exchange recycling center at the transfer station in early February, there was…

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A place for victims in their time of need

When a crime is committed, the effects ripple outward and can touch many lives.

Jay Ungar and Molly Maso

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American roots music

Jay Ungar & Molly Mason bring violin, mandolin, guitar and banjo to Orcas

Lisa and Raul Rios have opened Mijitas restaurant in Eastsound.

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Mijitas: blending cultures in the kitchen

Mijitas means “My Darlings.” It is named for their daughters Lucy, who is four and Emilia, who is…

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Dobos comes in second at regional spelling bee

“I was never a good speller, but then it clicked,” Dobos said. “I really enjoy pushing myself and…

Left to right: K-8 Principal Kyle Freeman

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Helping kids get the food they need

For students who come to school hungry, there is a safety net: classroom snacks and the state lunch…