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Best person for the job? Byers in District 2 | Letters

We need our county leaders to define what the most important issues are facing our county; make sure…

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Fate of precious freedoms at stake | Letters

Like many of us, we came here to escape the tyranny of “civilization” – the rules, regulations, oversight,…

For additional information about bats and their entry points into your home

Life

‘Holy bat detector!’; borrow one at SJI Library

Bat detectors convert ultrasonic bat calls into audio which humans can hear, enabling us to identify species and…

News

County Council CAO ‘Implementation Committee’ meets Wednesday

Wednesday's get together, beginning at 1 p.m., is billed as a "special meeting".

Marc Forlenza

Letters to the Editor

A ‘Thank you’ for all the support, and world-class care | Letters

Friday Harbor should be very proud of its emergency services, which enable all residents to go about their…

News

San Juan Island’s Dallman uninjured in deadly Boston Marathon blasts

San Juan Island's Jared Dallman, a bartender at the Cask & Schooner, was among the many runners participating…

News

A different countywide election; OPALCO’s turn

The entire membership will vote to fill three board positions, two from OPALCO District Three (Lopez, Decatur, Center…

Life

Ready to go: submit photos for Journal’s annual dog photo contest

A temporary malfunction has been restored. So, you can now submit your photos for the Journal's 2nd Annual…

News

Medical center to open Saturday clinic, beginning in May

The addition of a new physician will allow Peace Island Medical Center to open a Saturday clinic, 9…

Obituaries

Jean Long

Jean Long 1928 — 2013 Jean Long, age 85, of Glide, Ore., passed away peacefully at her home…

Letters to the Editor

Demonstrated record of commitment; Pratt in District 1 | Letters

The knowledge Lovel Pratt has gained and the connections she’s made are very valuable to our county and…

Letters to the Editor

Voters would be foolish to ignore the past | Letters

It is not persons possessing eloquence, or one-sided understanding of the issues, or the ability to write grants…

Letters to the Editor

A skill-set the county needs; Hughes in District 2 | Letters

The county is a large, highly complex organization. With the passage of Charter Amendment 2, the comprehensive management…