Letters to the Editor
Thank you for helping me heal | Letter
A year has passed since my return to Orcas Island following a fairly heinous medical adventure. It was…
News
Department of Interior explores new ways to enhance BLM properties in San Juans
Following on a memo recently issued by Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, Interior Department agencies have begun…
News
Stranding network says not all seal pups are meant to survive
Once again, harbor seal pupping season in San Juan County is fast approaching. Pups in the San Juans…
News
Colton Harris-Moore pleads guilty to seven federal charges, including bank burglary in Eastsound
On Friday June 17, 2011 Colton Harris-Moore pled guilty to seven charges brought in Federal District Court in…
News
OIR to offer summer rowing classes
The Orcas Island Rowing club is offering beginner rowing classes this summer.
News
Crow Valley School donated to Orcas Island Historical Museum
The Crow Valley School Museum is now officially a part of the historical museum.
Letters to the Editor
Grad night thanks | Letter
On behalf of all the senior graduates and their families, we would like to give our heartfelt thanks…
Letters to the Editor
Maxx Jones’ job was ripped away from her | Letter
Last week’s story about my mom, Maxx Jones, left me sad to say the least. I appreciate that…
Life
Orcas home featured in Seattle Times
An ocean-view home on Orcas Island was featured for its unique architecture in the Seattle Times "Living" section…
Obituaries
Mary K Fischer
Mary K., 93, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her Orcas home on June 19. A long-time…
News
Young Eagles flights send little hearts soaring
Local pilots shared their aircraft and flying skills with the island youth as part of the annual Young…
Obituaries
Marjorie L. Bradley
Marjorie L. Bradley, known as Lucy to all her friends, passed away June 18, 2011 in Bend, Ore.…
Letters to the Editor
Ashamed at how island is treating a business owner | Letter
I want to thank Ms. Shaner, Cook and Murphy for their letters submitted to the Sounder regarding Orcas…