News
Friday Harbor man charged with two counts of rape
The following contains graphic details of sexual assault.
News
San Juan man pleads not guilty to domestic violence charge
Jeyson Siguenza, 28, of San Juan Island, pleaded not guilty on Aug. 21 to assault in the second…
News
Trial date set for man charged with rape
Warning: The following story contains details of sexual assault.
News
Man arrested for rape in the third degree on Orcas, pleads not guilty
John S. Mattia, 30, of Sierra Leone, has pleaded not guilty after being charged with rape in the…
Opinion
Save lives this summer | Editorial
Just about everyone is eligible to give blood and save lives.
News
Flawless, massive bluefin tuna washes ashore on Orcas beach
Dr. Joe Gaydos received unexpected news in the early morning hours of July 11.
News
Apple Health reinstates eligibility requirements
During the pandemic, the federal government suspended Medicaid eligibility requirements, meaning anyone who applied could receive state health…
News
Friday Harbor man charged with controlled substance homicide
Warning: The following story contains details about drug use.
News
Friday Harbor man accused of child molestation
Fabian Carrillo-Garcia, 38, of Friday Harbor, has been charged with child molestation in the first degree in San…
Opinion
Historic events that occurred on Jan. 1 | Editorial
Happy new year from all of us at the Sounder, Journal and Weekly. We thank you, from the…
Opinion
Preparing for harsh island winters | Editorial
It seems that winter snowstorms are becoming a tradition for us in the Pacific Northwest.
Opinion
Dark days can bring on seasonal affective disorder
Winter can be an awe-inspiring time of year. From outdoor snow activities to holiday cheer to time with…
Life
Orcas SSIS student receives full-ride to Tufts University
Myla Ross was stunned when Tufts University awarded her a full-ride, five-year scholarship.