Life
Winter gardens can provide bounty as well
The rain falls and the wind blows – it is winter in San Juan County. But don't let…
News
Basking shark populations teeter on the brink of local extinction
The sharks were seen often twenty years go, but becoming entangled in fishing nets and their long gestation…
Opinion
Why do we write crime stories? | Editorial
We are the community paper of record and it is our responsibility to inform the public of all…
News
U.S. Customs office relocates to downtown location
The new, larger facility, located at 100 First Street, will allow officers to more efficiently process the more…
News
Schools prepare for earthquake by enrolling in awareness program
This October states across the nation will be participating in the Great Shake Out earthquake drill.
Opinion
Our veterans deserve better | Editorial
Unfortunately, this lifesaver functions more like water wings rather than a durable life raft. The funds are for…
News
Federal funding for homeless vets to come to San Juan County
Federal funding for homeless veterans may be a step in the right direction for the state when it…
Sports
Girls soccer team gains momentum
The Wolverines faced the Vikings on Sept. 23 on Orcas Island and came out on top with of…
News
Rotary brings solar power to Haiti
With electricity comes power. Not only the power to connect computers to the Internet, but the power to…
Life
Polecat: in the house, on the loose
Award-winning Bellingham-based folk, bluegrass band lights up Rumor Mill, Friday, May 23 at 8:30 p.m. Formed in March…
News
Wolf Hollow turns 30
Founders of the wildlife rehab center reflect on the past, prepare for the next 30 years.
News
Wounds often linger for military veterans, even back home
Many of the veterans who Veterans Advisory Board Chairman Michael Baker works with come in once and he…
News
Orcas man sentenced to nine years for Valentine’s Day assault, hit-and-run
According to court documents, Mobley and the two men, both of whom are from off-island, “smoked drugs” on…