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Arts center would fit well at historic corner | Letter to the Editor

Think of Island history and you must think of Vashon Allied Arts. Its rich contributions to Island life…

Arts

On tap this weekend: A band, an open mic, a grand opera

Islanders can choose from an array of entertainment in the next few days, from seeing Island kids tear…

Opinion

Share the park: It’s an ethic we all should embrace | Editorial

Countless communities across the country have struggled with the situation Vashon is facing with its Village Green. It’s…

Obituaries

Peggy Newman

Peggy Newman was born in Texas in 1929. She led a long and happy life and passed away…

Obituaries

William Keith Eggert

William Keith Eggert Keith, suffering from cancer, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 9, 2012. Keith was born…

Obituaries

Leo Montague

Leo Montague died on Monday, May 7, 2012. A founder of the Vashon Health Center, he served for…

Obituaries

Thomas L., Sr. Radke

Thomas L. Radke, Sr., passed away at home on May 3, 2012, in Lacey, WA. Tom and his…

News

Park district looks at ways to trim budget

The Vashon Park District, facing falling tax revenues and the financial pressure of its unfinished fields project, needs…

News

New pilates studio opens Friday in Burton

Movement Intelligence, a studio for pilates, dance and bodywork, will open its doors to the public with an…

News

Open house for healing arts center Friday

Life in Balance Healing Arts Center will hold an open house this Friday, coinciding with other First Friday…

News

Strawberry Fest looks for a grand marshal

The Vashon Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its 2012 Strawberry Festival grand marshal, a post of…

Opinion

Parents: Don’t delay, give to the schools | Editorial

The Vashon Island Public Schools Foundation’s fundraising effort is going fairly well, according to organizers. Still, we have…

Opinion

Recent spate of crime is troubling | Editorial

The recent rash of burglaries on Vashon feels harsh – in part because those institutions that got hit…