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Former teacher convicted of sexual misconduct has been granted a new trial
Judge Donald Eaton has granted former Orcas High School teacher Gerald Grellet-Tinner a new trial after a lead…
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Motion filed to dismiss Grellet-Tinner conviction after lead detective accused of sexual relationship with victim | Judge to announce decision on Sept. 20
A motion to dismiss the conviction of former Orcas High School teacher Gerald Grellet-Tinner has been filed after…
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Kevin Taylor to be charged with second degree murder
[WARNING: The following story may contain details too graphic for some of our readers.]
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San Juan Island woman allegedly murdered by husband
A San Juan Island woman was murdered in her home in the early morning hours of Sept. 3.…
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Heroin and its reach on the islands
Whether injected, snorted or smoked, heroin is rapidly delivered to the brain. The euphoria is immediate, and after…
Life
Finding forgotten relics: American Pickers hoping to visit San Juans
American Pickers' quest for hidden treasure is taking them all the way to the San Juan Islands.
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Tullock pleads guilty to theft, forgery and trafficking
Orcas resident Patricia J. Tullock, 49, pleaded guilty to one count of theft in the first degree, three…
Researchers ask the public to report river otter sightings
They are charming and carnivorous, and can let humans know about environmental decline.
Tullock, Barnes and Jefferson face theft and forgery charges
Three Orcas Island residents have been charged with felony counts of theft and forgery stemming from a series…
Opinion
Impressed with sheriff’s statement
When a mistake is made, the best thing to do is take full responsibility, look at why it…
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When caregivers need support
I've seen what Alzheimer’s can do to a family. The constant monitoring, the sadness and frustration over forgotten…