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Council set to pass revised rules on wireless communication
Spotty cell phone coverage in the San Juan Islands, where boaters at Sucia Island get better reception than…
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County goes online to auction surplus property
Local governments, San Juan County included, are moving away from live auctions and negotiated sales to putting surplus…
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Howling winds take toll on boaters in Fossil Bay
The early morning hours of Sunday, May 27, proved once again that perils of wind and tide spare…
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Council looks at enforcing Orcas Village parking
Overtime parking at Orcas Village might cost $25 if the San Juan County Council decides to enforce the…
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Trio of contested council races
In council District 1 (San Juan South), incumbent Lovel Pratt is opposed by Bob Jarman. Two newcomers, Rick…
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CRC’s magic number: three
Three ballot titles for three ballot propositions for three charter amendments, for three council members from three islands.…
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Speculation continues over unsafe sonar practices
Despite assurances from federal officials, San Juan Island residents and officials seem skeptical that Navy training exercises adequately…
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Economists cautious about fiscal recovery
Flanked by a dozen charts and graphs typical of any fiscal forum, economist Dave Wallace of the Washington…
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Town follows suit; council backs sales-tax proposition despite split vote
The Friday Harbor Town Council on Thursday endorsed a ballot measure that, if approved by voters, would raise…
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Cimarron Trucking looks at solid waste contract
Although Cimarron Trucking may be the last hope for self-haul services at the Orcas and San Juan transfer…
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Health officials urge islanders to get vaccinated and offer subsidized program
San Juan County Health officials are urging islanders to make sure all adults and older children who come…
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Council to consider Land Bank’s proposal for beach access at Buckhorn Road | Updated
Of the 77 miles of Orcas Island shoreline, less than three are available for public access. And virtually…
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New county solid waste arrangement moves forward
The level of service ordinance passed by the San Juan County Council in early April is another step…