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SHIBA welcomes partnership with Inter Island Healthcare Foundation

Submitted by the Inter Island Healthcare Foundation.

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Van Haalen pleads guilty and receives deferred sentence

Former Friday Harbor Elementary School Principal Caspar van Haalen pleaded guilty to one count of indecent exposure at…

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San Juan County fire districts urge safety

Submitted by San Juan County fire districts.

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Adverse advances, speeding scofflaws, prohibited pyro | San Juan County Sheriff’s Log

The San Juan County Sheriff’s office responded to the following calls.

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Flex Fund loan program for Washington small businesses and nonprofits

Submitted by the Washington State Department of Commerce.

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Rental assistance available for San Juan County tenants and landlords

Are you a San Juan County Tenant who has fallen behind on rent as of March, 2020? You…

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Dr. Dave Shinstrom to retire — date and venue change!

Come celebrate nearly 30 years of commitment to healthcare on Orcas Island as Dr. David C. Shinstrom, Dr.…

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San Juan County recognizes Plastic Free July

During its regular meeting on June 28, San Juan County Council approved a proclamation establishing this month as…

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San Juan County Manager Mike Thomas, left, will replace Friday Harbor Administrator Duncan Wilson, right, when he retires in January.

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Mike Thomas to be Friday Harbor Town Administrator

Mike Thomas will transition from San Juan County Manager to Friday Harbor Town Administrator starting Dec. 13. This…

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State park shots, dog days of summer and a variety of vandals | San Juan County Sheriff’s Log

The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls.

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Don’t forget your mask after June 30 — you may still need it even if you’re vaccinated

Submitted by the Washington State Department of Health.

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Inslee declares state of emergency banning burning statewide

Submitted by Gov. Jay Inslee’s office.

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Tom Eades has worked for SJC dispatch for three decades.

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County dispatch office also suffers from a short staff

Many businesses on San Juan Island are struggling with being short-staffed, but the shortage of dispatchers makes for…