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National Historical Park discusses the increasing number of disrespectful fox photography groups

Part of what makes San Juan Island unique is the generations of foxes that call the island home.…

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Ski polling on the way to finish between Safety and finish in Nome.

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Chad Stoddard places seventh in 2022 Iditarod race

Transformed from ferry passenger to musher, islander Chad Stoddard’s favorite way to travel has become by dog sled.…

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Anna Albert, Yumi Thomas, Izzy Graham, Ayana Benbe, Morgan Graham, Brenna Crouse Smith and Elsa Kindelberger

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Spring sports update

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Friday Harbor School District puts new mental health plan in place for staff

Empty streets and barren store shelves were common sights, at the beginning of the pandemic, as people isolated…

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SaviBank set to open in April

This April, a new conveniently located lending branch will be arriving. SaviBank is opening at 232 A Street,…

Contributed photo by Adam W. Ritchey. Fourth of July Beach on San Juan Island

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Protecting the island- the Environmental Stewardship Department becomes official

Editors Note: The online version of this article has been edited for clarity.

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Giuliani’s legacy leads toward a greener world

The islands attract many different types of people- one of them even invented health care products that can…

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Islanders came together to form an orca mural on Jackson Beach on March 19. Words read “Save Orca. Breach LSR dams. We need salmon.”

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Human whale mural demonstrates the size of a healthy orca

A healthy orca was seen on the east end of Jackson Beach on March 19, but not the…

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OPALCO increases rate by 4%

Editors note: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated OPALO would be adding a $2.00 service fee.…

It is not clear when and if Washington State Ferries (WSF) will resume service between Sidney and Anacortes, with one spokesperson saying resumption in the spring of 2022 is increasingly unlikely. (Black Press Media File).

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Return date of WSF Sidney ferry route remains uncertain

As the Sidney, B.C. Canada to San Juan ferry route approaches its 100th anniversary, it continues to be…

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J-pod was seen swimming around Friday Harbor last week.

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J-pod makes a visit to Friday Harbor

Familiar blubbery black and white sea creatures decided to take a jaunt over to San Juan Island last…

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What to expect from schools after mask mandate is lifted

For the first time in two years, faces of students around the state will be seen in schools…