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Mayam Steffen

Maryam Steffen Life Celebration Join family and friends at Vashon Island Books (old vfw hall) on Saturday, November…

Opinion

Editorial|The unknown future of Washington’s ferries

The state's ferry system is that it is a sort of aging money pit that will require millions…

News

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Letters to the Editor

Oppose Initiative I-1366

I didn't think a letter would be called for, but now have heard that the "yea" and "nay"…

News

VoV studio coming to former quilt shop

Giant numbers posted in the window of the former Island Quilter shop in town began counting down from…

News

PlaySpace holding open house to introduce updated programming

More than one year after it suffered major funding cuts and was forced to drop numerous parenting and…

Southern orca pods have six new calves and will be coming to local water soon

News

Look out for orcas returning to local waters

Orca Network officials said this week that southern resident orca pods are likely to show up "any day"…

Valerie Harrington

Opinion

Commentary|Kids initiative will help bring play, family stability to young children

From the time they are born, children grow and learn within the context of their relationships. Unable to…

Opinion

Editorial|Replacement needed for community council

Realizing the community council that fell apart in 2010 was a crucial link between the island and the…

Letters to the Editor

School issues, board meetings need more coverage

I was surprised with last weeks editorial, "Community needs to attend bond outreach events." Maybe there was low…

Letters to the Editor

Brown understands the issues, current commissioner believes

As you likely by know, I will be moving to Vermont later this year or early next year…

Letters to the Editor

Brigitte Schran-Brown knows department, issues

One of the most crucial elections on Vashon this season is the one for fire commissioner. Fortunately, two…

Letters to the Editor

Now is the time to choose commissioners wisely

Dear Vashon friends, neighbors and fellow voters, right now we have a wonderful opportunity to add some smart,…