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Some of the new kittens at APS.

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Orcas shelter lends a hand to King County Animal Control

With fur as soft as down, big expressive eyes, and playful paws, the new kittens at Orcas Animal…

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Orcas Rec dangerously close to going under

Unless a big chunk of change is raised in the next two weeks, Orcas Rec may be shutting…

The crowd at the Deer Harbor Post Office Dedication Ceremony.

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Saving the post office one dollar at a time

The little guys fought the big guys. And small won. The United States Postal Service had been closing…

Bill Patterson is steering Chimayo into a new era that may seem familiar to long-time islanders.

Business

New owner plans to take Chimayo back in time

As a man known for his Mediterranean cooking, it seemed logical that Bill Patterson would introduce Italian dishes…

Film crew at Island Market.

News

King 5 visits Orcas

King 5 reporter Rob Piercy made a visit to Orcas Island on Sept. 22 to interview local business…

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After months of discussion, planning commission votes for LAMIRD

It’s a yes for the Country Corner Commercial LAMIRD. Well, at least from the planning commission. Its final…

Top: Bob and Marsha Waunch. Left: Moana Kutsche. Right: Valerie and Bill Anders.

Life

Keeping Orcas Island thriving

The community foundation holds its “Report to the Community” annually – but it only honors exemplary Orcas Island…

Barry Christopherson on the BMX track at Camp Orkila.

Life

Gettin’ air

Flying high across the dirt track, the BMX riders who meet at Camp Orkila for weekly sessions like…

Business

A bar and grill for Orcas Island: Madrona Bar and Grill

It has the look and feel of a city restaurant, but it's Orcas Island all the way –…

Zackarya Leck with Karen Schubert after he patched the boat.

News

Right place, right time

Local metal smith and diver Zackarya Leck was driving home on North Beach Road on Aug. 15 when…

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School board to interview architects for bond

They’ve narrowed it down to nine. After reviewing 18 applications from architectural firms that want to draw schematics…

The damaged ATM machine at Island Market.

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Eastsound businesses plagued by break-ins

Eastsound’s most recent rash of burglaries is targeting businesses and ATM machines. A break-in at The Sunflower Cafe…

Houdina stretching her jaws.

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The boa of Bromley Lane finds new home

Bleary-eyed and half asleep, Greg Smith walked into his kitchen, planning to make some much-needed coffee. But what…