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Islanders’ donations go to help earthquake-damaged Nepal

Since a large earthquake devastated Nepal in April, islanders have donated more than $20,000 to the relief and…

Letters to the Editor

Last year’s tragic incident carries a lesson

I appreciate The Beachcomber’s decision to share Sierra Linden’s toxicology report. It shattered a dangerous island myth into…

Opinion

Lack of funding has meant unequal access to education | Editorial

On Saturday, the intersection in town was quite a scene, with honking, shouting and sign waving. Vashon’s teachers…

Obituaries

Phil Bomber

Phil Bomber was born on June 8th, 1931 to Harry H. Bomber and Katherine Tazzioli Bomber. He passed…

Obituaries

Kenneth John Larsen

Kenneth John Larsen, 58, died June 7, 2015, in Seattle after complications following a surgery. Ken was born…

Valerie Willson's photography will be in display at the Vashon Allied Arts Gallery.

Arts

Discover a variety of island art on First Friday gallery cruise

Most galleries and art spots will be open from 6 to 9 p.m. this Friday

Eva Anderson

Sports

Fiery state track meet yields eight medals for island teens

At the WIAA State Track & Field Championship in Cheney last weekend, there was something for everyone. Akin…

Ken Sudduth

News

Islander dies in single-vehicle accident

A fatal car accident last Thursday night claimed the life of longtime islander Ken Sudduth.

News

Local bookkeeper sentenced for theft

A Vashon bookkeeper was sentenced to 12 months of home detention last week after pleading guilty to stealing…

News

Park district commissioners to discuss bids to complete VES Field

The Vashon Park District commissioners will discuss bids to complete work at the VES Fields at their regularly…

Opinion

As gay pride marks progress, youth face new challenges | Editorial

This month cities across the country will observe LGBT Pride Month, some holding events or parades. Vashon and…

Opinion

Take a hike: Celebrate National Trails Day

June 6 is National Trails Day — an opportunity to celebrate trails and what they do for us.…

Letters to the Editor

Election season is a good time to ask hard questions about school district

In the May 20 edition, I was pleased to see new names and faces running for public office.…