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Tiny houses add to low housing stock in Friday Harbor
As the owner of local businesses, it’s easy for Anna Maria de Freitas to see a housing shortage…
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San Juan County residents lean towards maintaining state tax hikes
Unlike the rest of the state, San Juan County residents voted to maintain almost all of Washington’s tax…
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San Juan County residents face property tax increase, mostly from state
San Juan County property owners will see significantly higher property tax bills in 2018, along with the rest…
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San Juan Lions Club shopping spree winner hits record
On the mainland, shoppers snag deals after Thanksgiving, but on San Juan Island, it’s the Lions Club annual…
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Debates on lodging tax distributions at San Juan County Council
San Juan County Councilmen are questioning the purpose of a longtime local fund to attract tourists to the…
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County topics addressed at San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau membership meeting
Local business and government representatives heard updates on issues affecting their livelihoods at the San Juan Islands Visitors…
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New study shows looming orca extinction without big local changes
San Juan County staff and residents are brainstorming local ways to protect orcas, just as a new report…
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Life Care Center employees search for jobs after branch closure
After about eight years with the Life Care Center of the San Juan Islands, Claudia Piff is looking…
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San Juan Island teen airlifted after car accident
A San Juan Island teen was airlifted to receive medical care after a car accident late Saturday, Oct.…
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Almost half of the population cannot afford to live in most island homes | Comprehensive Plan
There’s a housing crisis in San Juan County and county staff has proof.
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Sale pending for commercial, water-view property in Friday Harbor
Possibly the last commercial, water-view property in Friday Harbor may soon be sold.
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San Juan Island EMS faces budget concerns as chief resigns
Correction: Originally this article stated that there would be a projected $6,000 surplus at the end of 2017,…