News
Fire levy rejected; port and fire commission candidates advance to general election
The August 2023 primary results are in.
Life
The 26th annual Chamber Music Festival honors two special people
This year’s Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is paying tribute to those we have lost.
News
Man arrested for rape in the third degree on Orcas, pleads not guilty
John S. Mattia, 30, of Sierra Leone, has pleaded not guilty after being charged with rape in the…
Opinion
Save lives this summer | Editorial
Just about everyone is eligible to give blood and save lives.
Life
‘Squirrel Dialogues’ is moving off the island and aiming to grow
Sometimes all it takes is a squirrel in the middle of the woods to spread an enduring message…
News
Flawless, massive bluefin tuna washes ashore on Orcas beach
Dr. Joe Gaydos received unexpected news in the early morning hours of July 11.
Letters to the Editor
The Fire Levy is needed and appropriate | Letter
I will be voting to increase my taxes. Full disclosure, I am and have been a volunteer with…
Opinion
Public piano is a welcome addition to Eastsound | Editorial
The sound of piano notes trailing across the summer breeze has been the soundtrack on my daily walks…
Life
Recycled glass becomes legacy art at elementary school
Future generations of elementary kids can now sit quietly at a bench lovingly made by a group of…
Life
After surviving a housefire in Eastern Washington, four dogs are looking for new homes on Orcas
This past May, a devastating fire in Moses Lake killed 25 dogs.
Life
Game night is a chance to connect
Community game nights are a chance to foster relationships, learn a new skill and have a grand time…