News
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.
News
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…
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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…