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Noxious weed tax on the rise?

While the economy may be traveling south in a hurry, there’s no shortage of noxious weeds headed San…

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Better coverage, or health hazard?

The days of dead zones and spotty cell phone coverage could be nearing the end.

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Decision allows for more frequent regulatory changes

The San Juan County Council on Sept. 23 approved a request by the planning department which will allow…

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Lopez man gets 10 days jail for misdemeanor pot offense

A Lopez Island man who acted as his own attorney while facing a drug-related felony will serve 10…

Logging operations such as the one pictured above require county permits.

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San Juan County Council backs bigger fines, swifter response on code violations

Allegations that a large stand of old growth trees was illegally harvested during a recent logging operation on…

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Proposed Orcas franchise agreement draws fire

State law may well favor allowing public roads to be use as a conduit for carrying water –…

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Study proposes use of local funds for state ferries

State transportation officials are considering new sources of revenue that might help the Washington state ferry system better…

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Study proposes use of local funds for state ferries

Transportation Commission airs solutions at Sept. 18 meeting in Friday Harbor

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County Council split over broader smoking ban

Smoking no longer would be allowed in county parks or at the fairgrounds in Friday Harbor, or on…

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Decision postponed on opening up Comp Plan changes

Whether the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan and its development regulations are revised, changed or updated more than…

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Appeal results in dock permit rejection

This time around the state Shorelines Hearing Board was not so generous.

Opinion

Orcas man forfeits $10,000 in bail following no-show in court

The whereabouts of an Orcas Island man accused of multiple felonies and of misdemeanor assault remain unknown.

Opinion

Auto theft prompts 10-day jail term for Orcas woman

An Orcas Island woman whose spin in a stolen car came to a abrupt halt when the brother…