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The fluid, transformative identities of Genesis P-Orridge | Film showing

From early in her life, Genesis P-Orridge “didn’t trust our inherited society.”

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Hilary Canty.

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Hilary Canty passes the torch to new executive director

During her 18 years of leadership, Hilary Canty has grown the Orcas Island Community Foundation into a multi-million…

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Judge Loring rules in favor of Eastsound Water Users Association

San Juan County Superior Court Judge Kathryn Loring ruled in favor of the Eastsound Water Users Association after…

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Poppy with Lucky (left) and Star (right).

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Orcas family welcomes surprise foal

Twelve-year-old Poppy Newberry has longed for a horse since she was a toddler.

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Eligible electricity customers can receive $200 energy credit through state climate change program

Washington state policy makers are putting a significant focus on environmental justice, with the goal of cutting climate…

The Exchange (left) and baler building (right) have solar panels that will provide 94,000 kWh annually.

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State Rep. Alex Ramel learns the wonders of Orcas transfer station

Orcas Island is home to a leading example of a community-supported nonprofit dedicated to zero waste.

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Friday Harbor man charged with four counts of possessing explicit images of children | Sheriff Peter emails state representatives regarding father’s comments in court

Richard Alexander Brant, 35, of Friday Harbor, has been charged with two counts of Dealing in Depictions of…

Founder and Artistic Director Aloysia Friedmann with her husband, artistic advisor and festival pianist Jon Kimura Parker.

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Chamber Music Festival’s 27th year of eclectic and elegant programming

Aloysia Friedmann has no shortage of inspiration when planning her beloved music festival.

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Spencer and Sabrina Bezaire.

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Fresh, fast service at new deli Lone Pine Larder

Sabrina and Spencer Bezaire couldn’t resist an opportunity to feed their new community.

Carol and Allan.

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A tiny farm for the community

Carol Wetzel and Allan Tone have embarked upon a new venture with the same gusto and enthusiasm that…

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Judge Loring to issue written decision on EWUA lawsuit at a later date

San Juan County Superior Court Judge Kathryn Loring heard arguments on July 3 in a lawsuit brought by…

Since founding In a Landscape in 2016, classical pianist Hunter Noack has performed hundreds of concerts on a Steinway grand piano in settings across the U.S..

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A soundtrack to your outdoor experience

As a classically trained pianist, Hunter Noack never foresaw that combining his love of the outdoors with his…

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Pea Patch to be community services hub and provide ‘supportive housing’

With the purchase of an 11-acre property in Eastsound, three organizations will provide services to residents in one…