Obama bestows highest honor on man with island ties
Last month, islander Meredith Yasui traveled to Washington, D.C. on a trip fit for a history book: President…
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Park district to vote on budget next week, defeats measure to increase user fees
The Vashon Park District commissioners are expected to vote on a $1.2 million budget next week before immediately…
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Fire department to host volunteering information session
On Saturday, Vashon Island Fire & Rescue (VIFR) will host a public information session for people interested in…
Business
Islanders urged to shop in town, support Vashon businesses
At Vashon Bookshop last week, islander Robin Branstator paused while purchasing two books to talk about why she…
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Island real estate sales strong this year, further improvements expected
When Emily Browne first began looking to buy a home on Vashon last fall, her progress was slowed…
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Senior center to face budget shortfall next year
The Vashon Senior Center is contending with cuts to its services and programs next year after losing a…
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Storm packed a punch, but island fared well
The first storm of the season blew in to Vashon with heavy rain and high winds yesterday, taking…
Sports
Lacrosse opens registration for all ages this week, expands programs
Boys and girls in grades three and higher should sign up by Dec. 15
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Community feast, festivities planned for Thanksgiving
Islanders looking to spend the Thanksgiving holiday in a community setting are welcome at the Presbyterian church throughout…
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Islander Maryam Steffen remembered as champion of youth
Maryam Steffen, an islander recognized for her work on behalf of island teens, died Nov. 4 at age…
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American Hero Quilts marks 10 years, will host fundraising tea
A decade after American Hero Quilts delivered its first quilts to service men and women wounded in Iraq…
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King County Metro launches transit survey, seeks community input
King County Metro Transit is working to improve Vashon’s public transit options and is asking islanders to complete…
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Election: Islanders choose several new members for public boards
Nearly 55 percent of Vashon’s more than 8,300 registered voters cast ballots in last week’s election, unseating two…