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Ferry fares set to rise for vehicles, passengers, starting this October
Ferry fares for vehicles and pedestrians are set to increase nearly 3 percent this fall.
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Longtime island doctor remembered for his dedication, kindness
Health care on Vashon has undergone many changes since the first clinic opened in Burton in 1972, but…
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Unofficial mayor: Two declare candidacy, seven now in the running
Two more islanders have entered the race for Vashon’s unofficial mayor, bringing the total number of candidates to…
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Off the Rock and under the radar for May 17
The Beachcomber offers this weekly collection of stories from everywhere but Washington D.C., for readers looking to climb…
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Events will mark 15th anniversary of Springer, the orphaned Northern Resident killer whale’s rescue
In recognition of the 15th anniversary of the rescue of orphaned whale Springer off the coast of Vashon…
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Former islander, baby killed in Whatcom County car crash
A 25-year-old man who grew up on Vashon and his 4-month-old baby were killed in a car crash…
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Golf course starts new, natural grass maintenance program
Drivers travelling along 75th Avenue near the Vashon Golf & Swim Club Monday morning were in for a…
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Vashon SAFE launches this week, businesses aim to create safe places for all customers
Vashon SAFE is a new collective of island bars, restaurants and other businesses that have committed to training…
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After assault, islanders join forces to prevent violence, promote safety
Six months after an island woman says she was drugged and raped on Vashon, she has stepped forward…
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Park board votes to cover Vashon Pool
Vashon Park District commissioners voted last Tuesday to cover the Vashon Pool with a temporary bubble and make…
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Islander will tell of experience, show photos of walking with nomads in Morocco
An island woman who spent one week hiking with nomads through the foothills of the Atlas Mountains will…
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GiveBIG: Organizations benefit from fundraiser’s new approach
More than 30 island-based nonprofits raised $250,000 plus match funds during the Seattle Foundation’s annual GiveBIG fundraising campaign…