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Fans of the Rhododendron say goodbye to the classic ferry
Islanders had hoped for a large farewell gathering to commemorate the Rhododendron’s final full day of service. The…
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Schools on Vashon close for a third day
As the winter storm continued Thursday, several ice-covered trees and branches have toppled on Vashon Island, knocking out…
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Schools on Vashon close for a second day
Vashon's three public schools will be closed Thursday — for the second day in a row — because…
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Fire board’s per diems prompt a few questions, comparisons
Vashon’s five fire commissioners made a total of $20,146 for performing their official duties in 2011, with Rex…
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School district hires local liaison for high school project
Citing a goal to involve Vashon contractors in the construction of the new Vashon High School, the Vashon…
Business
As it looks to the future, Island Lumber wins national recognition
For the last seven years, Island Lumber has held a Ladies’ Night on a Monday in November, drawing…
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Healing the land, restoring a forest
The 40-acre forest behind Roseballen is a muddy expanse in places, crisscrossed by deeply rutted tire tracks and…
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Vashon educators celebrate high court’s landmark ruling
Vashon educators and officials are cheering a strongly worded state Supreme Court decision issued last week that found…
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Vashon HouseHold settles suit, repairs Eernisse
After a lengthy legal battle, Vashon HouseHold is in the midst of a far-ranging set of repairs at…
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Park district to seek loan from private bank
The Vashon Park District will not borrow money from King County but will instead look to a private…
Business
Thai restaurant could open next month
May Chaleoy, who co-founded a popular Thai restaurant in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood, said she hopes to open May’s…
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Vashon remains in 34th legislative district
The Washington State Redistricting Commission issued its final maps for a new 10th congressional district last week, leaving…
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