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In-home altercation prompts 90-day jail term for San Juan Island man

Initially arraigned on charges of third-degree assault, a Class C felony, a 25-year-old San Juan Island man was…

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Former Lopez postal employee gets four months for jewelry theft

The U.S. Postal Service terminated a 30-year-old Lopez Island woman's employment in February 2012; the keys issued to…

Island actor's group Witsend Productions’ returns for the holiday with a beloved American classic.

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SJCT holiday events highlighted

Get your cultural dose of cheer at the San Juan Community Theatre this month with three upcoming events…

The 'last lift

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Town to celebrate Blair Avenue project with ribbon-cutting ceremony

In addition to replacement of the deteriorated street surface, the project included the addition of new sidewalks, street…

2014 Resurrection Derby winner Steve Martin of Bellingham

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Martin wins $10K derby prize; Nelson takes 2nd place | Guest Column

The Resurrection Derby, since its inception, has been widely acknowledged as the “Best of the Best” hardcore salmon…

Charles Lindenberg

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Charles Lindenberg

Charles W. Lindenberg Charles W. Lindenberg was born on Sept. 8, 1932 in Antofagasta, Chile, to Elisa Ward…

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Boater vanishes, hijinx at oyster farm, Thanksgiving fisticuffs lead to arrest; San Juan County Sheriff’s Log

Nov. 27: A 44-year-old San Juan Island woman was arrested on domestic violence charges after a Thanksgiving altercation…

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An enchanted evening in Friday Harbor | Letters

It began with gathering for the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Warm apple cider was served by the many generous…

Jerry Cornfeld

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Gun rights advocates rally at state capitol; civil disobedience expected

A Camano Island carpenter is among many that plan to be at the state Capitol alongside other gun…

Illuminated by 25

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Friday Harbor nets $500K grant in energy efficiency sweepstakes

The Town of Friday Harbor is the beneficiary of a $500,000 grant from the Washington state Department of…

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Island Rec seeks volunteer coaches & refs for basketball league

This recreational league focuses on building skills and having fun.

Thatcher Bay off of Blakey Island after old

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Toxic creosote pilings removed near Blakely Island

Since creosote pilings can continue to leach chemicals throughout their lifetimes, efforts are underway to remove unnecessary and…

Minnie Knych awarded the Blue Star Banner to Mel Vynne at the Legion's December box packing.  Vynne's son

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Legion awards traditional Blue Star Banner

The custom of the Blue Star Banner began in WWI as a symbol that a family has a…