News
Beachcomber wins 10 awards at annual, statewide WNPA newspaper contest
The Beachcomber brought home 10 awards from the Washington Newspaper Publishers’ Association (WNPA) 2017 Better Newspapers Contest, a…
Opinion
LETTER: Vote to keep Candy McCullough, her experience is needed
We need Candy McCullough’s depth of experience and dedication to represent us on our fire commission. She gives…
Opinion
LETTER: Tax increase is necessary, but current crisis can’t happen again
I hate taxes. But we are faced with a crisis and a related significant increase in taxes to…
Opinion
LETTER: VIFR hasn’t asked for money in decades, vote ‘yes’
Our fire department hasn’t asked for money in more than 25 years. Name a non-profit organization (or close…
Opinion
LETTER: Levy overstates need, vote ‘no’
I write as someone who has benefited directly and recently from the capable and effective Vashon Island Fire…
Opinion
LETTER: Vote ‘yes’ on levy to keep rapid, high quality emergency response
In the wee hours one night in October 2015, I started downstairs for a drink of water, but…
Opinion
LETTER: Vote ‘yes’ on Prop 1 to ensure safety, keep response times
As the wife of a volunteer firefighter for Vashon Island Fire & Rescue (“VIFR”), I cringe every time…
Opinion
LETTER: VIFR needs support, McCullough can bring stability and knowledge to board
Most people on Vashon realize the “no taxes” ploy used by our current federal government administration is an…
Opinion
LETTER: Only way to fix mess at Fauntleroy is to privatize dock operations
After spending another frustrating time in the Fauntleroy ferry line, I started thinking about my rides over the…
Arts
Musical duo perform third show on a Friday, the 13
Singer Dari Haffie and singer song-writer Lance Morgan have a quirky tradition, one they never planned. Out of…