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Meet one of the women working to keep the islands SAFE

SAFE San Juans Therapist Manager Stephanie Claus says she has the best job in the world.

Fourth of July Beach on San Juan Island. (Adam W. Ritchey/contributed photo)

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Council candidates talk environmental concerns

Their reasons for running are as diverse as their personal backgrounds. The four candidates vying for two seats…

Paul Seeber, U.S. Navy/contributed photoAn EA-18G Growler taxis toward the runway at Ault Field, Whidbey Island on March 29, 2019.

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Groups seek to cease Navy encroachment

The Navy’s Growlers have been a bane of many Lopezians for nearly a decade.

Pacasum sentenced to 54 months in prison

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Pacasum sentenced to 54 months in prison

An Orcas teen who pleaded guilty to rape of a child has been sentenced.

Celebrating LGBTQ+ history this October | Editorial

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Celebrating LGBTQ+ history this October | Editorial

This October is the 26th annual celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month in the United States.

Port seeks to expand business opportunities for the community

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Port seeks to expand business opportunities for the community

Big changes are coming to the Port of Friday Harbor over the next few years.

San Juan County receives more CARES Act funds from the state

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San Juan County receives more CARES Act funds from the state

On Aug. 21, Inslee announced funds were to be awarded from the state’s federal stimulus funding.

Public safety announcements | Editorial

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Public safety announcements | Editorial

Beware of iPhone pocket-dialing 911 and coronavirus-related fraud

Lopez respectfully removes Black lives memorial

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Lopez respectfully removes Black lives memorial

After two months and withstanding three vandalizations, the memorial signs on Lopez are gone.

San Juan County adopts changes to marijuana ordinance

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San Juan County adopts changes to marijuana ordinance

The moratorium on cannabis permitting will lift after being in place for a year and a half.

EDC announces two small business grants

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EDC announces two small business grants

Two new grants aim to help small businesses in San Juan County survive COVID-19.

Washington’s child care crisis

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Washington’s child care crisis

Eighty-six percent of San Juan County’s demand for child care is met by nearby supply — the highest…

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A conversation with local elected officials

Four of the islands’ elected officials held a meeting to discuss the state of the islands.