Opinion
More than ‘vista’ marred by clearcut at Mar Vista | Guest Column
As is so visible in the pictures of the newly cleared and straw covered shoreline, stewardship ethics and…
Opinion
Real problem? Stifling land-use rules, not a lease at First & Spring | Guest Column
In December of 2012, our lame-duck county council passed a very hotly contested critical areas ordinance. They rushed…
Letters to the Editor
Questions raised by Larsen about US Customs lease
After fielding concerns and complaints from island constituents, the US Democratic Congressman is seeking answers from senior Customs…
News
Friday forecast: rain in afternoon; temperatures in mid 40s
Friday's early morning snow is expected to turn to rain by the afternoon, with temperatures in the mid-to-low…
News
Snow Day: San Juan Public Schools to open two hours later than normal
Due to the first snow of the year, San Juan Island public schools will open to hours later…
Obituaries
Edward Smith
Edward F. Smith, Jr. 1929 — 2013 Edward F. Smith, Jr., 84, of Friday Harbor, Wash. passed away…
News
Seahawks 12th Man photo contest; it’s easy, it’s fun, enter to win
Post a picture in the Journal's 12th Man photo contest for your chance to win a $50 gift…
News
Creative Passions ‘Best Overall’ in lighting contest
The theme of the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce 2013 island holiday lights contest was “Holiday Travel:…
News
Pilot Welcome Center opens at FH Airport
The Port of Friday Harbor officially opened its newly constructed Pilot Welcome Center Dec. 11 with a ribbon-cutting…
Opinion
What’s on your ‘top ten’? | Editorial
The dark days of December are also a good time for taking stock of the many events that…
Life
Island kids star in pop music video
“Believer”, a music video with an anti-bullying message in Seattle’s Kris Orlowski soon-to-be-released recording
Life
Overman Family holiday concert
Featuring 10 musicians and singers, and bearing a uncanny resemblance to the famed Von Trapp Family Singers from…
Life
Stumped about a gift? Discover Pass fits the bill
The Discover Pass provides access to millions of acres of recreation sites, including parks, trailheads, water access points…