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Park & Rec tax will go to an incredible program | Letter

Some of my favorite childhood memories on Orcas Island are from the soccer field. In elementary school, my…

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‘I cannot imagine growing up without Orcas Rec’ | Letter

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‘Stitch and Gossip’ is a wonderful group | Letter

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YMCA kicks off annual scholarship campaign | Letter

Every YMCA program, including summer camp at Orkila, comes with the promise that, “All are welcome. Financial assistance…

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Orcas Island Community Foundation begins grants cycle

The Orcas Island Community Foundation is accepting applications for the 2011 competitive grants program.

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Former Orcas doctor Stan Williams passes away

Stan Williams died on Sunday, Jan. 16 in Spokane, Wash. Stan had been in ICU since Monday. He…

Margaret Jean Watts

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Margaret Jean Watts

Born February 11, 1917, died January 17, 2011. Margaret was born into the loving family of Cecil and…

Stanley Williams

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Stanley Williams

Dr. Stanley Paul Williams, aged 72, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011 as a result of cardiac…

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Low-interest disaster loans available for small businesses

The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced that San Juan County businesses are now eligible to apply for…

Director candidate Kara O’Toole (left) talking with facilitator Diane Berreth during Tuesday's interview.

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Orcas Center considers three candidates for director position

The Orcas Center Board and staff as well as community members spent three days in on-site interviews with…

Mariachi Huenachi is an award-winning high school group.

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Mariachi Huenachi opens Orcas Center season on January 28

Mariachi Huenachi, an award-winning high school ensemble from Wenatchee, will open the Orcas Center 2011 season on Friday,…

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Park & Rec District means a healthy community | Letter

On Feb. 8, we all have the opportunity to make a wise investment in Orcas Island when we…

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Prosecutor says it’s appropriate for County Council to meet outside Friday Harbor

Prosecutor Randy Gaylord has expressed the opinion that County Council meetings can – and in certain instances, should…