Life
The intellect of the blackfish
Dolphins and whales are highly intelligent beings. Lori Marino believes they don’t belong in tanks at entertainment parks.
Opinion
Do what’s best for the animals | Editorial
I remember the first time I saw an orca, or really, any large aquatic mammal. I was about…
Opinion
Mullis Center treated unfairly over pledge debate | Editorial
I am an Army brat. I was born in a hospital on an Army base. My father, stepdad…
News
Abdon sentenced to 6.5 years for vehicular homicide
Tucker Samms Abdon, 34, of Eastsound, was sentenced by Judge Kathryn C. Loring in San Juan County Superior…
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Deadly rabbit disease confirmed in the San Juans
The bunnies of the San Juan Islands are in danger. A case of Rabbit hemorrhagic disease was confirmed…
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Seniors request Mullis Center Operations Committee recall
More than 90 signatures have been collected on a petition to remove three individuals from the Mullis Community…
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Port of Friday Harbor addresses allegations
Following the receipt of a formal letter of complaint, the Port of Friday Harbor responded to allegations made…
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Abdon changes plea to guilty in vehicular homicide case
Tucker Samms Abdon, 34, of Eastsound, changed his plea of not-guilty to guilty of vehicular homicide on July…
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County agencies receive record retention funds
Nearly $100,000 in grants were awarded by Legislature to local government agencies in San Juan County for record…
News
Community copes with child care costs
Access to child care is an issue that extends beyond the county lines.
News
State invests in Puget Sound salmon habitat
More than $45 million in grants were awarded to communities throughout Puget Sound to support salmon habitat restoration…
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Samish experiences engine problems
After three days of delayed sailings because of an issue with the vessel’s second engine, the Samish was…
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County’s plan for wildfire protection
Fire season is in full swing as the warmer drier weather has moved into the area and grasses…