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OIFR names Williams fire chief

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OIFR names Williams fire chief

After a year of accusations, an investigation and a financial surprise from the Social Security department, Orcas Island…

Midwives: changing the world one baby at a time

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Midwives: changing the world one baby at a time

For almost 40 years, Melinda Milligan has been helping new islanders enter the world.

Naval Air Station hopes to add 35 more Growlers to its training program

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Naval Air Station hopes to add 35 more Growlers to its training program

The Naval Air Station on Whidbey Island is considering adding 35 Growler aircrafts to its rotation.

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Stand with San Juan Islands | Reporter’s Notebook

This past weekend was a success for water protectors at the Dakota Acces Pipeline at Standing Rock. The…

Vicki Vandermay moves from athletics to HR

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Vicki Vandermay moves from athletics to HR

After five years leading sports for Orcas Island Schools, Athletic Director Vicki Vandermay will be shifting gears into…

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Three candidates in the running for Orcas Fire Chief

Three candidates for the position of Orcas Fire and Rescue’s new chief met with the Board of Fire…

Orcas debaters take first and second place

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Orcas debaters take first and second place

Orcas Island High School debaters took first and second place during a Nov. 11 and 12 tournament in…

Warming waters threaten Indian Island

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Warming waters threaten Indian Island

Climate change is affecting the whole world – even a small island nestled in the waters of East…

Hedrick Smith: ‘Trump overwhelmingly won the vote of the discontented’

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Hedrick Smith: ‘Trump overwhelmingly won the vote of the discontented’

The seats of the Orcas Center were full, extra chairs were packed in the back, and overflow spilled…

Suffering in the San Juans: Homeless in paradise

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Suffering in the San Juans: Homeless in paradise

Fifty-eight. That’s how many people were identified as homeless in San Juan County by the point in time…

Kaleidoscope Preschool receives AED donation

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Kaleidoscope Preschool receives AED donation

Persistence paid off for Kami Griffin of Kaleidoscope Preschool in the form of an automated external defibrillator.

School pays tribute to veterans

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School pays tribute to veterans

Tears, smiles and respect were shared during the Orcas Island School District’s Veterans Day Celebration on Nov. 10.…

OIHS Football ends on a high note

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OIHS Football ends on a high note

The Orcas Island High School Vikings Football team won its last game of the year against the Seattle…