News
Political forum informs about issues, candidates
The political season was in full swing last Monday night at Ballotpalooza at Vashon High School, an event…
News
School district seeks input on community field use
Final work on the new Vashon High School turf field is being completed, but community access has been…
News
Ferry meeting tonight on proposed schedule
Washington State Ferries will host an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. at Vashon High School this…
News
New superintendent: Strength of district is in relationships
Slade McSheehy settles into role at a challenging time for schools
News
Islander’s motorcycle trip across the country honors the past
From the time he was a boy, islander Chris O’Brien heard stories about his grandmother’s cousin Alan Bedell,…
News
Senate candidates Braddock, Nguyen set for island debate
With the fall election just weeks away, islanders will have a chance to hear the island’s two state…
News
Director named to county’s new local services department
With the goal of better serving residents in unincorporated areas, King County is establishing the Department of Local…
Opinion
COMMENTARY: PIE enriches island education for students and teachers
Vashon Partners in Education (PIE) continues its support of teachers and students through its annual phone-a-thon, which takes…
News
Vashon educator draws life’s work to a close
A decade ago, on 5 acres of old growth forest near the heart of Vashon, islander Erin Kenny…
News
Two island stores discontinue Roundup sales
The herbicide Roundup has been in the news recently for its potential to cause cancer. Last week, Island…
News
Woman reported missing last Thursday found safe
King County Search and Rescue was called to the island last Thursday to search for a missing 73-year-old…
News
School district, support staff continue contract negotiations
Last week on Wednesday, members of one of the island’s unions stood on the corner of Vashon Highway…
News
Naturopathic clinic closes
After nine years working as a naturopathic physician on Vashon, Nicole Maxwell is leaving the island with her…