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Public hearing to be held on Country Corner LAMIRD
After months of community meetings, the planning commission is holding its first public hearing regarding the proposed Country…
News
Taking a final bow for the season
The last string has been plucked and all of the musicians have packed up and gone home, but…
News
Orcas School to ask voters for bond approval
What has only been discussed in meetings might very well become a reality if the public votes yes.…
News
Local couple’s boat stolen and then returned in Sidney, BC
Kevin and Nancy O’Brien got a big surprise while boating in Canada this week. On Aug. 17, with…
Life
Three days of peace and music
Does Orcas have its own Woodstock? During the three days of concerts during the 2nd Annual Doe Bay…
Life
‘I want a cure for my best friend and wife’
Kevin O’Brien is among more than 1,000 Washingtonians who are donning helmets, lacing up their shoes, and hopping…
Life
Orcas Rec hires new director
She’s got rather large shoes to fill, but if anyone is the perfect person to take over, it’s…
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Transportation Commission seeking public input on ferry fares
The freeze on ferry fares is thawing. When the state transportation budget was approved this past spring, it…
Business
For the love of chocolate: Tracy Oniya’s raw chocolate
It's just about the healthiest gourmet chocolate on the market – and it's made right here on Orcas.…
News
Early morning standoff ends with suspect in custody
Orcas resident Shannon Laliberte was taken into custody last Wednesday morning after deputies responded to standoff at a…
News
Split support of property tax hike at town hall meeting
Two topics emerged as hot button issues during Thursday’s Town Hall meeting: a possible property-tax hike to fill…
Life
Cemetery District accepts ownership of Mt. Baker Cemetery
It seems the residents of the Mount Baker Cemetery have been pushing up daisies faster than the caretakers…