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    By Colleen Smith • September 9, 2023 1:30 am

    The following contains graphic details of sexual assault.

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    San Juan man pleads not guilty to domestic...
    By Colleen Smith • September 4, 2023 1:30 am

    Jeyson Siguenza, 28, of San Juan Island, pleaded not guilty on Aug. 21 to assault in the second degree —…

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    Trial date set for man charged with rape
    By Colleen Smith • August 29, 2023 1:30 am

    Warning: The following story contains details of sexual assault.

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    Man arrested for rape in the third degree...
    By Colleen Smith • July 31, 2023 1:30 am

    John S. Mattia, 30, of Sierra Leone, has pleaded not guilty after being charged with rape in the third degree.

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    Save lives this summer | Editorial
    By Colleen Smith • July 25, 2023 1:30 am

    Just about everyone is eligible to give blood and save lives.

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    SeaDoc Society photo. The bluefin tuna.
    Flawless, massive bluefin tuna washes ashore on Orcas...
    By Colleen Smith • July 18, 2023 1:30 am

    Dr. Joe Gaydos received unexpected news in the early morning hours of July 11.

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    Apple Health reinstates eligibility requirements
    By Colleen Smith • April 2, 2023 1:30 am

    During the pandemic, the federal government suspended Medicaid eligibility requirements, meaning anyone who applied could receive state health insurance.

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    Friday Harbor man charged with controlled substance homicide
    By Colleen Smith • January 24, 2023 1:30 am

    Warning: The following story contains details about drug use.

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    Friday Harbor man accused of child molestation
    By Colleen Smith • January 10, 2023 1:30 am

    Fabian Carrillo-Garcia, 38, of Friday Harbor, has been charged with child molestation in the first degree in San Juan County…

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    Historic events that occurred on Jan. 1 |...
    By Colleen Smith • January 6, 2023 1:30 am

    Happy new year from all of us at the Sounder, Journal and Weekly. We thank you, from the bottom of…

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    Preparing for harsh island winters | Editorial
    By Colleen Smith • December 31, 2022 1:30 am

    It seems that winter snowstorms are becoming a tradition for us in the Pacific Northwest.

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    Dark days can bring on seasonal affective disorder
    By Colleen Smith • December 22, 2022 1:30 am

    Winter can be an awe-inspiring time of year. From outdoor snow activities to holiday cheer to time with family, it’s…

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    Orcas SSIS student receives full-ride to Tufts University
    By Colleen Smith • December 14, 2022 1:30 am

    Myla Ross was stunned when Tufts University awarded her a full-ride, five-year scholarship.

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    • Town burn ban lifted
    • A layer of moderate wildfire fire smoke has settled over San Juan County
    • San Juan Islands’ Youth Conservation Corps successfully concludes 2023 summer season
    • San Juan Islands Monument Advisory committee plans Sept. 27 meeting
    • Auditions for San Juan Community Theatre’s first On Book of the season: Enchanted April

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