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Finding mental health services in the San Juans

Winter can be hard on one’s mental health, with feelings of loneliness or isolation. On an island, those…

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San Juan Islands dip into record-breaking temps

Last week, the San Juan Islands dropped to frigid temperatures, getting down to 10 degrees. The chilled air…

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WSF oiler killed in car crash

Washington State Ferry oiler, David Taylor, died in a car accident in Bellingham on Dec. 21.

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Washington State Ferry crew respond to two overboard incidents

Washington State Ferry employees demonstrated their rescue skills after responding to two overboard incidents, one over Thanksgiving weekend…

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Environmentally friendly tactics for ‘burning smart’ during the winter

While the main source of air pollution in the summer months may be apparent with smoke from forest…

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Decatur Island continues to search for solutions for mail obstruction

Some Decatur Island residents have been expressing concern over changes that have been made to their mail system…

National Guard team five going to Orcas.
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San Juan County takes the lead in Washington vaccination rates

Vaccine distribution in San Juan County has been a bit more unique than elsewhere, with health department staff…

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Snake River dams are diminishing the salmon population

The Snake River, once abundant with salmon, is becoming barren as it is filled with dams. While this…

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Hedgehog mushrooms.

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James Nowak on mushroom hunting in the San Juans

James Nowak on mushroom hunting in the San Juans

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WSF returns to a regular schedule in two-week trial

Editor’s note: The ferry situation is changing daily. The story below reflects the most current information at press…

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Leafcutter Bee Megachile.

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How to Support Pollinators Through the Winter

After blustery storms displace sprinkles of red, orange, and yellow autumn leaves, one may be tempted to rake…

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Weekly covid case update

Submitted by San Juan County.

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WSF off to a rocky week following firings

Washington State Ferries is still sorting out the aftermath of the recent firings of 121 unvaccinated employees.