Vashon’s 2025 Unofficial Mayor candidates announced

What do a baby, a child, a raccoon and a anthropomorphic can of food have in common?

By Alex Bruell • June 13, 2025 1:30 am
News Briefs | June 12, 2025

Commissioner sworn-in; Fauntleroy work; and more.

June 11, 2025 1:30 am
VashonBePrepared: Drowning is a leading risk for kids

In this issue, we focus on water safety, as well as bicycle and pedestrian safety.

June 11, 2025 1:30 am
Vashon’s long-running Garden Tour blooms next weekend

Gardeners and growers across Vashon Island have been tilling, pruning, and prepping all year.

By Elizabeth Shepherd • June 11, 2025 1:30 am
Recommended: Art by Rachel LordKenaga and Steve Jensen

The gallery, located at 17633 Vashon Hwy SW, is open from 1-6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

By Elizabeth Shepherd • June 11, 2025 1:30 am
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Build with confidence: custom garage, shop and barn-builder shows you how

Western Washington’s design-build pros make permitting and construction stress-free

By PermaBilt • June 2, 2025 6:00 am






Family propels runners at annual Vashon Ultra

Family was the support for many trail and ultra runners to post outstanding times in the races.

By Nick Keenan and Bruce Cyra For The Beachcomber • June 11, 2025 1:30 am
Vashon rowers find success at regionals

Island rowers earned medals, set personal bests and raced their farewell races.

By Willa Lee and Delany Steele For The Beachcomber • June 5, 2025 1:30 am


Without an independent judiciary, our rights are compromised | Guest column

Lately, the rule of law has been in the news and there have been calls to impeach judges.

By Ketu Shah Presiding Judge, King County Superior Court • June 14, 2025 8:30 am
Commentary: Remembering a Maury Island centenarian

Once in a while, surprise visitors turn out to be an unexpected delight.

June 12, 2025 1:30 am

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June 2, 2025 6:00 am
Comcast RISE will award 100 small businesses in King County with over $3 million in monetary, marketing and technology grants. Courtesy Comcast Sponsored
May 18, 2025 6:30 am
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