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Tax breaks for farmland could be extending
The San Juan County Council has scheduled a public hearing on an ordinance to change farmland conservation rules…
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Candidates lined up for county elections
Election season in San Juan County may not end up being a snoozer after all.
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Only one pot retail store for Orcas
If you’re looking to buy a bag of legal pot on Lopez Island, don’t hold your breath.
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Lawsuit claiming county violated state ‘opening meetings act’ rejected by appellate court
A state appellate court this week rejected an appeal by a San Juan County based property-rights group, bringing…
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Local pollution prevention program makes statewide splash
Prevention of derelict vessels is becoming the new paradigm in dealing with sinking, abandoned or illegally moored boats…
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Concerns rise over jet noise
As the Navy moves toward preparing an environmental impact statement to justify its continued training and testing of…
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Still waiting for marijuana licenses
San Juan County residents and visitors can legally toke on a joint now, but you won't be legally…
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Candidates for OPALCO board
A total of six candidates will be vying for two positions on the Orcas Power and Light Cooperative…
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Drop in property values subsides – for some
The assessed value of the 18,456 taxable parcels in San Juan County declined by a combined sum of…
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Courtroom crusader Charles Silverman calls it quits
A crowd of 40-plus filled the hallway on the first floor of the county courthouse to hear friends…
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Latest CAO chapter coming March 5
Another chapter in the seemingly unending Critical Areas Ordinance update process is reaching a conclusion. The San Juan…
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Steamed over stormwater? Here’s what you need to know
Do you have a stormwater problem? If so, Public Works would like to know.
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Waterfront clearcut at former Mar Vista Resort draws $3K fine
David Honeywell has paid a $1,000 fine for clearing some 80 trees and several acres of shrubs and…