Letters to the Editor
Time to give thanks | Editorial
The Islands’ Sounder asked its readers what they are thankful for this season. Here is a sampling of…
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It’s slick, so be safe | Letter
It’s slick, so be safe Yesterday morning, while walking out my door, I became my own patient.
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Employing the disabled makes our community stronger | Letter
October was Americans with Disabilities Awareness month. Washington Vocational Services – the nonprofit advocate for adults with disabilities…
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Orcas Chrisitian School kids reflect on Veterans’ Day | Letters
We honor veterans on Veterans Day. My grandpa is one of those veterans. He was drafted into the…
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Thank you for community service | Letter
Orcas is truly a remarkable place to call home. Neighbors helping neighbors is our credo. When one struggles,…
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GMO vote is bold | Letter
By a very respectable margin, voters chose to make the islands in San Juan County a GMO-free zone,…
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Thanks for voicing coal concerns | Letter
On Nov. 3, approximately 450 citizens attended the Gateway Pacific Terminal scoping hearing – an unprecedented number for…
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Thank you to United Way | Letter
United Way plays a vital role in our community. This year six Orcas Island organizations received a total…
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Thank you for passing charter amendments | Letter
Thank you to everyone who supported the charter amendments. These changes will result in better and more responsive…
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Thank you for passing bond and levy | Letter
Thank you to the voters of Orcas Island for supporting both the school bond and the technology levy.…
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What’s up with the salmon? | Letter
Twelve years ago, whenever salmon was on the family dinner menu, I would go out fishing and within…
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Concerns about coal terminal | Letter
From where I live, it’s impossible to think about the proposed Gateway Pacific Terminal at Cherry Point without…
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Readiness to learn thanks Windermere | Letter
Readiness to Learn is a K-12 program that has been on Orcas Island for about 12 years. It…