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Pepper, Mable and Daphne putting their heads together

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Heaven on Earth welcomes famous new resident

On Saturday, Aug. 9, there is an excitement in the air at the usually peaceful Heaven on Earth…

Contributed photo by R. Barsh
A ripe King apple from a remnant of the Hudson Bay Company’s Bellevue Farm on San Juan Island.

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Lost and found! The hidden wealth of island orchards

Submitted by Russel Barsh, Director of Kwiaht.

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One-year-old Arlo and his sister Norah, celebrating on the ferry.

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Baby born on ferry celebrates first birthday on the Samish

“Baby boy born!” came the announcement over the intercom on the Washington State Ferry, Samish, on Aug. 6,…

Darrell Kirk photo.

Life

Island Air: Lifeline in the sky for San Juan Islands

By Darrell Kirk

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Bailer Hill Road nearing completion

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The Douglas/Bailer Hill Road Improvements project is nearing completion

Submitted by San Juan County Public Works

Tom Eades has worked for San Juan County dispatch for three decades. (Sienna Boucher/staff photo)

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Honoring the retirement of Lt. Tom Eades: A legacy of service, dedication and heart

After more than 37 years of unwavering service to the San Juan Island community, Lt. Tom Eades is…

Warning posted in the area
Photo contributed by Kevin Culmback

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Multiple cougar sightings on San Juan

Mountain lions have been the talk of the island this week after two unverified sightings were reported near…

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San Juan County experiences a tsunami warning

Tsunami alerts popping up on islanders’ cell phones the evening of July 29 caused some panic and confusion.…

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Life

‘Anastasia’: a journey toward finding home, love and family

The young thespians of the Summer Musical Theatre Camp will be showing off their skills in “Anastasia,” opening…

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Perrollaz and Santiago win mayoral primary

As of 11:30 a.m., Aug. 7, 1,637 ballots had been counted and 50 ballots were left, according to…

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Decatur listing photo.

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Interested in discussing the potential property purchase on Decatur? Join us for a brown bag lunch

Submitted by San Juan County.

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Sailboats race in one of the Annual Shaw Island Classic Races.

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55th Annual Shaw Island Classic Race

Submitted by the San Juan Island Yacht Club.

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Crew members of YCC brainstormed climate solutions as part of facilitated Climate Fresk and COMPASS exercises.

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Nature Nugget: Climate conversations ignite at Lopez Library with YCC crew

Submitted by San Juan Island Conservation District.