Opinion
Enjoy our islands’ fall bounty | Editorial
Our communities have breathed a collective sigh of relief now that the crazy summer months are over and…
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Councilman Hughes talks ferries
Editor’s note: A previous version of this story listed the wrong initiative number for Tim Eyman’s upcoming measure.…
Life
Four island actors star in ‘The Lost Virginity Tour’
During opening weekend of Orcas Center’s next production, playwright Cricket Daniel will be in the audience to watch…
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Road project news from Councilman Hughes
San Juan County Councilman Rick Hughes cannot say enough about the efforts of the public works department.
Opinion
Why turtles should not be carnival prizes | Editorial
We received a flurry of complaints from islanders after a carnival game at the county fair began giving…
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Orcas Road renovation is complete
Drivers and pedestrians on Orcas Road can now enjoy safety improvements thanks to San Juan County’s most recent…
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Arrest warrant issued for Orcas man
A $5,000 warrant for the arrest of Michael Louis Bolster, 37, of Eastsound was issued by San Juan…
Life
Dogs find homes after story in Islands’ Sounder | One still available
Two animals highlighted in the July 31 Sounder story “Dogs rescued from Asia in need of forever homes”…
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Two Orcas teens arrested for alcohol possession
Two intoxicated juveniles heading home from Friday Harbor to Orcas Island were arrested at the ferry terminal, causing…
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Orcas Fire and Rescue handles increased call volume during summer season
In a 48-hour shift last week at Orcas Fire and Rescue, responders handled 15 calls that included a…
Opinion
San Juan County Fair: Cultivating a love of community | Editorial
It’s time to get a little dust on your boots, hay in your hair and pie crust on…
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Lovelett wins senate seat; other primary results
San Juan County voters were in line with the rest of the state in overwhelmingly supporting State Sen.…
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Friday Harbor man accused of assaulting a deputy
Mark Andrew MacDonald, 55, of Friday Harbor, has been charged with assault in the third degree against a…