Opinion
Efforts to save our enduring natural places: By and for the people | Guest Column
In these efforts, our community is the embodiment of the often-cited quote from Margaret Mead, “Never doubt that…
Opinion
‘It is for them we mourn and for them that we search our hearts for that deeper meaning that is never fully satisfied’ | Guest Column
Memorial Day belongs to the fallen. It is for them we mourn and for them that we search…
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Your chance to make a difference | Editorial
Have an idea of how to make the community a better place in which to live, play and…
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Will the entire county end up bailing out the town? | Guest Column
A good decision does not need to be defended. Good choices stand on their own merits. This was…
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You can be prepared the next time the lights go out | Guest Column
A single-car accident striking a power pole in Sedro-Woolley left more than 100,000 people in five counties without…
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You can save money and save school sports | Editorial
In this era of economic uncertainty, good news regarding savings and investments is always welcome. Here’s some: You’re…
Opinion
Legalized alcohol use: How low do we go? | Guest Column
Underage and high-risk drinking, alcohol abuse and binge drinking are complex problems. No one strategy can remedy the…
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Contentious issue may build a bridge | Editorial
The San Juan Island solid waste transfer station, one of the most contentious issues on the island today,…
Opinion
Orcas Medical Center director clarifies the record | Guest Column
I am utterly dismayed by the letter from Glenn Kaufman that appeared on SanJuanJournal.com ("Opposed to PeaceHealth/San Juan…
Opinion
Take charge of your health care | Editorial
It’s taken 18 months of researching and planning, but the Shared Care program is now available on the…
Opinion
Our children are depending on us. Let’s make sure we are there to help | House Calls
Hard times are always harder on children. The challenges of ordinary life are magnified when the stress of…
Opinion
We can be part of the solution | Editorial
April gives us a lot more to think about than spring. This month is Sexual Assault Awareness Month,…
Opinion
Fixing up the current transfer station is not the cheapest option | Guest Column
Minimally fixing up the current transfer station has been widely advocated, because at first glance it appears to…