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Vashon schools receive more than $20K in donations

The school district received more than $20,000 in community donations last week — a giant check for $6,775…

Esther Edelmen is dressed to the nines in Dova Silks apparel.

Arts

‘Vashonistas’ showcase the Island’s flair for fashion

A group of independent Island designers will shine a spotlight on Vashon’s burgeoning fashion scene at a gala…

Arts

From classes to concerts to lectures, there’s plenty to do on Vashon

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Opinion

Some ranting and raving about the Island’s recent road paving

I don’t know about you, but I don’t know much about paving. This may be because I’m from…

Dancers twirl at a square dancing event held in a hotel ballroom. Now

Arts

Square dance craze comes to Open Space

A lively night of old-fashioned fun will take place this weekend, when Islanders can kick up their heels…

Author Beverly Battaglia will read from her book

Arts

Author offers tips for retired life

Islander Beverly Battaglia has spent much of the last five years interviewing other retirees about their lives. She’s…

Preschoolers at Chautauqua kneel on an alphabet carpet purchased with PIE funds.

Arts

PIE delivers for Island kids

What do Lego robotics kits, a comfy carpet covered in letters and a cell microscope projector have in…

News

First heritage marker erected in Dockton

The first of 10 informative signs was installed in the core of Dockton last week. It outlines the…

Opinion

Editorial: Ride the bus every day, not just next week

We commend the Vashon Island School District and the Vashon PTSA for encouraging parents to get their kids…

Opinion

Help our schools: Put kids on the bus next week

By Ellie Kuyper and Susan Lofland For The Beachcomber School is under way and the hustle and bustle…

Opinion

Parent attitudes are powerful influences

By Stephen Bogan For The Beachcomber We have heard a lot about the latest Healthy Youth Survey results…

Meaghan Connors

Sports

Rowers take on the Tail of the Lake Regatta in downtown Seattle

Vashon Island Junior Rowing Club rowed in the Tail of the Lake Regatta on Sunday, Oct. 4. The…

Sports

Cross-country races on home course

The Vashon cross-country teams hosted a wet and windy meet Oct. 1 that toured the different Island school…