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Scene & Heard: Taking to the water as crab season opens

A two-month season for Dungeness, red rock, and tanner crab has opened in the waters off Vashon.

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Festival time: The island’s biggest party of the year is back

Following years of pandemic cautions that shrank the footprint of the festival, this year’s event may seem a…

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School’s out: Summer water safety and other tips and news

When the sun glistens on the water, safety is easy to forget, but things can go wrong very…

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Islanders hear from King County Council candidates

Vashon voters will soon choose the next District 8 King County Council member.

Check Out Washington’s Adventure packs come with a Discover Pass educational materials, pocket guides, and a pair of binoculars. Photo courtesy Washington State Parks

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“Check Out Washington” with more Adventure Packs this summer

You can borrow a free Discover Pass, educational materials about state parks, and a pair of binoculars with…

Heavy traffic northbound on 1-5 in Everett, Washington on August 31, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Leave early or late to skirt Independence Day travel throngs

Seattle area is projected to have some of the worst traffic in the nation.

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Scene & Heard: Cadets close out a year of learning

Vashon Island Fire & Rescue Fire Cadets participated in the program’s annual live fire training exercise.

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Happenings | June 29 edition

Coffee with the Fire Chief, Hydro Exhibit, Water District meeting, Weigh in on ferry fares, and more.

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School board sets budget, approves raises for administrators

Superintendent Slade McSheehy said that a minimal increase in personnel costs was achieved due to retirements, voluntary leaves…

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Islanders Flock to Food Bank’s Picnics in the Parks

The program will run through Friday, Aug. 25, serving free lunches to all and hosting engaging activities for…

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School’s Out Part 1: Summer Safety for Kids

VashonBePrepared begins a summer safety series this week, covering important topics.

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Fireworks will light up the sky over Quartermaster Harbor

Next Tuesday, the skies over Quartermaster Harbor will once again light to celebrate the Fourth of July.

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Firefighters respond to blaze on Quartermaster Drive, field additional calls | Updated

Conditions for fighting the fire were tough, Vinci said, including not enough firefighters, a steep driveway to the…