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Vashon firefighters raise money to defeat cancer in Seattle stair climb
The purpose of the event is to raise money to combat blood cancers.
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Vashon High School announces decision to end Japanese program
Lower enrollment, staffing challenges and budget limitations are to blame.
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County closes much of Dockton Park pier
King County has closed much of the pier at Dockton Park because of structural damage.
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Firefighters extricate woman stuck in sand, mud near Lisabeula Park
Early this month, the fire department freed a woman who was stuck in mud and sand near Lisabeula…
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House passes bill on ferry performance measures
The legislation will add and expand performance measures to the Vashon and Southworth routes.
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Island educators criticize district’s proposed budget cuts
Teachers ’ union requests listening session; possible reductions are affecting morale
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Health care advocates pursue hospital district for Nov. ballot
Islanders face complex tax scenario
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Park, fire officials meet over proposed interlocal agreement
Commissioners from the fire and park districts met last week in an attempt to reach an agreement regarding…
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County executive seeks renewal of parks levy
Last Thursday, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced his proposal to renew the current King County Parks Levy,…
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Islander grows Styrofoam recycling effort
In January, islander Nadine Edelstein filled up a box truck with the island’s Styrofoam in a matter of…
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Kayak rescue classes to be held at pool
Vashon Adventures will host two kayak rescue classes at the Vashon Pool, one in March and one in…
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School district seeks to honor former teacher, coach
A proposal to name the high school softball field after coach Rochelle Munger is widely supported.
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Property taxes see small increase on Vashon
Islanders’ tax bill, on average, will increase by approximately $99 over last year.