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Sexual assault, it can happen here
Officials warn about danger of drugs, date rape. While the cases are currently at a stand still because…
News
Off-duty deputy rescues two from smoke-filled home
“I felt a little naked because I didn’t have any gear, but it was a small space with…
Opinion
A major wake-up for San Juan Island communities | Colleen Armstrong
We applaud the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission for recommending CenturyLink be fined more than $170,000 for the…
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Mysterious, good, bad? Bats unveiled
Mouse-eared bats look similar from a distance and use the same frequencies to navigate and target their prey,…
Life
Do you have a big heart but limited time? Try fostering instead
Shelters can be high stress environments for animals – strangers coming to visit and being in a kennel…
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A place for victims in their time of need
Crime Victims Center offers support, expertise when it matters most
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Distler ascends to 2nd in command at Sheriff’s office
As undersheriff, Bruce Distler is considered second in command of the Sheriff’s Office. He will supervise sergeants, detectives,…
News
Sales up, dollars down; 2011 real estate market delivers mixed results
Last year’s median price for sales of single family homes and condos was $235,000. In 2010 it was…
News
Greater girth means fewer berths onboard WSF
The average American weighs more and passenger vessels are feeling the impact. The Coast Guard’s new boat stability…
News
Three weeks of ferry woes bring up bigger questions
Washington State Ferries have been experiencing broken boats, replacement vessels, missed runs and overloads. For ferry riders, especially…
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Lopez resident Tom Cowan appointed to state transportation commission
The San Juans won’t be left behind in the wake of ferry system changes. At least, not if…