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Orcatrazz Swing Band to perform ‘Music in the Park’

This is the 11th year for the parks department’s “Music in the Park” series.

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Schermerhorn featured in Seattle Weekly

Orcas island resident David Schermerhorn has been featured in a Seattle Weekly article by Nina Shapiro titled, "David…

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Senator Ranker: ‘I was misled’ on state park pass

It was not the intent of the legislature for state agencies distributing the pass to pass on transaction…

Opinion

Was the public misled on state park fees? | Editorial

It was the cost of a lunch out. Now it’s the price of lunch – and that proverbial…

Life

Shantparv Rolloff will speak on Waitaha of New Zealand

A compelling and inspirational speaker, Shantparv Rolloff has been working closely with the Waitaha from New Zealand for…

Letters to the Editor

Dust-up on the campaign trail | Letter

Let’s not let the Mayoral campaign turn bitter. In a recent candidate’s forum Pogo made reference to his…

Letters to the Editor

Thanks for great solstice parade | Letter

Thank you to all the participants and the many folks who lined the streets, enjoying another colorful and…

Letters to the Editor

Response to scotch broom letter | Letter

Mr. David Price wrote recently to complain about Scotch broom on Cattle Point Road and elsewhere on San…

News

WSDOT Ferries Division offers travel tips for busy Fourth of July weekend

The Washington State Ferries offers the following tips for travel this upcoming Fourth of July weekend. Regular ferry…

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Open burning season ends, burn permits expire June 30

A message from San Juan County Fire Marshal Steve Marler. Our weather is finally getting better. We’re starting…

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Fireworks guidelines: Celebrate Independence Day with safety in mind

A word of advice on fireworks safety from San Juan County Fire Marshal Steve Marler. The Fourth of…

Victor Allen Boede

Obituaries

Victor Allen Boede

Victor Allen Boede was born at Northgate Hospital in Seattle July 7, 1957. He passed tragically June 28…

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Sports

Orcas Island Majors ‘team A’ wins league championships

The 10-13 year-old Orcas Island Majors, Team A, took home their league championship title on June 11.