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Sufi death expert is featured speaker at island event
What better way to deal with the searing heat of summer than a workshop focused on death? The…
Sports
Junior rowers head to national, world competitions
Following its debut season, the Burton Beach Rowing Club has had to do without three of its core…
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Islander fulfills lifelong dream of joining the Peace Corps
Fifty-seven years after she was inspired by President Kennedy, former teacher is ready to volunteer
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Chautauqua third graders tackle food waste and recycling issues
As global crises of all kinds are coming to a head for humanity, students at Chautauqua Elementary School…
Sports
Burton Beach Rowing Club juniors take the stage at nationals
The Burton Beach Rowing Club’s Kate Kelly and Gabrielle Graves took on the challenge of racing on the…
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Senior center chooses new director
After a search that drew 21 applicants and included a rigorous selection process, the Vashon Senior Center board…
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Island group invites elected leaders to talk democracy
On the heels of its first community meeting, the islander-organized group Unifying for Democracy will hold a second…
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Zero Waste Vashon will hold second electronics recycling event
Due to the overwhelming community response to its event in April, Zero Waste Vashon will hold a second…
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New county task force, island group, focus on recycling with Chinese ban in effect
In the wake of China’s ban on certain types of recycling imports, King County has created a task…
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High school creates food pantry for students, families in need
Responding to what they felt was a demonstrable need, staff at Vashon High School have begun a free…
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International chess champion to bring best moves to Vashon
Phiona Mutesi is not a household name. She does not know exactly how old she is and grew…
Arts
HOME & GARDEN: More than a bridge — Maury Island home’s unique features run deep
Maury Island residents have dubbed it “the bridge house,” a home built in 2009 with twin lookout-inspired towers…
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Beachcomber welcomes new reporter
This year, March brings not just the welcome warmth and color of spring, but also a new voice…