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Numerous ferries test for high levels of legionella in the water

After rounds of testing, numerous ferries have come back positive for high levels of legionella in the water.

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Unvaccinated WSF employees fired; shortage causing ferry delays, staff stress

More than 100 ferry workers have been let go after failing to comply with a COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

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Board of Fire Commissioners stands by Chief Williams, calls allegation ‘red flag’

Board of Fire Commissioners discuss Vote of No Confidence

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Fire department seeks new boat for off-island rescues

A dispute between the San Juan Fire Department and Sam Juan Police Department regarding the public safety vessel,…

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Painted rocks and awareness | SAFE San Juans at the fair

Hope can appear in the most unexpected places — and that is the message that SAFE San Juans…

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Blue Heron Canoe family visited the islands

While locals and tourists may be complaining about ferry waits, the Blue Heron Canoe Family is visiting the…

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Environmentally conscious boating

John F. Kennedy once said, “We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the…

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Richard and his wife Lauren.

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Director Richard Donner left his mark on Hollywood and the San Juans

Producer and director Richard Donner, who passed on July 5, left a lasting effect on both the cinema…

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San Juan County Manager Mike Thomas, left, will replace Friday Harbor Administrator Duncan Wilson, right, when he retires in January.

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Mike Thomas to be Friday Harbor Town Administrator

Mike Thomas will transition from San Juan County Manager to Friday Harbor Town Administrator starting Dec. 13. This…

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Tom Eades has worked for SJC dispatch for three decades.

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County dispatch office also suffers from a short staff

Many businesses on San Juan Island are struggling with being short-staffed, but the shortage of dispatchers makes for…