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The Journal endorses Peterson for County Council, Lytton for state House; reject fireworks ban

County Councilman Rich Peterson has had a formidable challenger in Laura Jo Severson. But his experience gives him…

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The Journal endorses Nou for Sheriff, Morris for state House, Larsen for Congress | Editorial

The San Juan Islands are fortunate to have two very qualified candidates for sheriff. Each is a good,…

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Let the market decide business’ success | Editorial

The prospect of a Subway food franchise locating in Friday Harbor has sparked a vigorous debate over the…

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Town, District should try joint fire administration | Editorial

Friday Harbor Fire Chief Vern Long has been on medical leave since Aug. 18. He reportedly told town…

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Remember where our food comes from | Being Frank

The mud and the water have always been a source of food. But when we start to see…

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Closing transfer stations is not the answer | Editorial

Come January 2011, the only transfer station in the San Juans could be on Orcas Island. That cannot…

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Attend forums for sheriff candidates | Editorial

Brent Johnson and Rob Nou want to be the next sheriff of San Juan County — the first…

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The United States of Fear: Ten Examples | Guest Column

Since Sept. 11, 2001, fear has been the main engine of change in the United States. Who would…

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Call Cantwell, Murray today and urge them to vote to protect small farms | Guest Column

We likely all know by now that family farmers on our ferry-dependent islands provide us with "food security".…

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When driving, watch for our children | Editorial

San Juan County children returned to school Sept. 1. With youngsters going to and from school on our…

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Milestones to salmon recovery are adding up | Being Frank

It’s raining hard today — Sept. 1 — the first heavy rain we’ve seen in a while, and…

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Change needed in cell phone regulations | Editorial

We’ve all experienced the lack of service, lost calls and occasional roaming charges that come with using a…

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County Council should revote on Brickworks | Editorial

The San Juan County Council should vote again on the acquisition of conservation and historical preservation easements at…