Letters to the Editor
Mental illness can affect anyone
In responding to the letter from Clair Englander (“Thriftway has crossed a line with gun owners,” July 9),…
Letters to the Editor
It makes sense to avoid harmful products
Regarding the article about honeybee decline (“Honeybee decline causes concern on Vashon,” July 9), there is one thing…
News
Schools pass budget for next year with $1 million in added revenue
The Vashon Island School District has finalized a budget for next school year that maintains district programs, provides…
News
Islander charged with assault
Island resident Benjamin Munday has been accused of biting off part of another man’s ear during a fight…
News
Man arrested for weekend rape on Vashon
A 56-year-old man was arrested and booked into King County jail for an alleged rape on Saturday, according…
News
Ferry worker found dead after being detained following incident on ferry
A ferry worker on Vashon’s north-end route was found dead in his cell at the Federal Detention Center…
News
Strawberry Festival carnival is canceled
A contract disagreement has resulted in the cancellation of the Strawberry Festival carnival, leading festival organizers to say…
Sports
Olsen edges out two-time winner in Fourth of July hydroplane race
On a calm Fourth of July morning, Karl Olsen won the annual hydroplane race around the island, coming…
Arts
‘Gypsy’ will light up Drama Dock boards
Drama Dock will present the 1959 Tony award-winning Broadway musical “Gypsy, a Musical Fable,” at the Vashon High…
Arts
Vashon will fill with art for Friday’s Gallery Cruise
Most galleries and arts spots will be open from 6 to 9 p.m.
News
Third species survey will continue gathering data on Vashon’s natural life
Vashon naturalists and other volunteers are gearing up for the island’s third 24-hour species survey. The Bioblitz, an…
Opinion
When bees are in trouble, so are we | Editorial
In a place that values local sustainability — and, simply put, food in general — we should pay…