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SJ EMS chief stepping down, bound for PeaceHealth post in Oregon

San Juan EMS Chief Jim Cole will be joining the PeaceHealth as coordinator of EMS service for its…

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Carbon? How it can be used to help combat climate change | Guest column

Carbon has come to be seen as the villain, yet it is one of the basic building blocks…

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New faces take lead roles in FH art scene

San Juan Islands Museum of Art has a new director coming onboard, while a new artistic director takes…

Newly built and nearly ready for duty

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The Samish: Bound for service in the San Juans

Following two months of sea trials and crew training, the Samish, WSF's newest Olympic Class ferry, will begin…

Letters to the Editor

Sound of freedom? More like an assault on the archipelago | Letters

Surely, the Navy does not want to dominate and subjugate its own citizens or be considered a public…

Gertrude (Kreps) Kinnaman:1913—2015

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Gertrude (Kreps) Kinnaman:1913—2015 | Passages

Gertrude's strong-willed, unfailing character was one of love and grace, coupled with a sense of humor and devotion…

Friday Harbor shortstop Emma Wickman busts out a base hit in the Wolverines win at home over Darrington March 31.

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Wolverines take aim at league title in showdown against Darrington | Prep softball

Friday Harbor (7-1 league, 11-6 overall) muscled its way to the top of the Northwest 2B/1B League standings…

Flanked by School District Superintendent Rick Thompson

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Art program at middle school strengthened thanks to donation by IMA

This year, in addition to support for art in the elementary school, IMA donated $13,300 toward the cost…

Letters to the Editor

Frustrated? You bet, but no ‘walkout’ in store by San Juan Island teachers | Letters

We are frustrated that Washington continues to rank close to the bottom in our country in the most…

Feeding time for a brood of baby finches.

Life

Young, wild & vulnerable: baby season is here | Guest Column

Spring and early summer is baby season for wild creatures and these newly born or hatched youngsters are…

Bill Williams

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Former medical executive joins hospital district commission race

To date, Williams is one of three people who have announced a bid for one of three commission…

Shooting stars burst into bloom on a grassy slope drenched in sunshine

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For Mother’s Day? Walk among the wildflowers on Cady Mountain

What to do on Mother's Day? How about a guided walk among the wildflowers on San Juan Island's…

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Charles L. Anderson: 1930—2015 | Passages

Chuck loved being with his family, especially participating in outdoor activities. He enjoyed gardening, boating, splitting wood, and…