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As property taxes rise, seniors feel squeeze
When lifelong islanders Craig and Pat Harmeling received their property tax bill in February, the total was some…
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State, county continue soil cleanup efforts, public meetings this month
Washington’s Department of Ecology is continuing its multi-year effort to clean up yards contaminated by lead and arsenic…
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Fire department may seek reimbursement for repeat illegal burn responses
Vashon’s fire commissioners voted recently to update the department’s illegal burn policy, making it possible for the district…
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Annual sheepdog trials begin Thursday, run through weekend
ince the Vashon Sheepdog Classic’s revival seven years ago, thousands of people from across the globe have converged…
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Public invited to tour Mukai House
Vashon’s Friends of Mukai organization finally gained ownership of the historic Mukai House and Garden in April after…
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Public invited to recognize longtime park district commissioner at event tomorrow evening
Islander and longtime Vashon Park District commissioner Bill Ameling will be recognized tomorrow night at an open house…
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Islanders bid farewell to longtime Creative Preschool teacher
Last week on a small playground tucked next to the Presbyterian church, a small group of young students…
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Cascadia rising exercise begins
Dozens of National Guard soldiers arrived via watercraft at Jensen Point on Monday afternoon. With vehicles and days…
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Memorial celebration for Darryl Caldwell on Thursday
A memorial celebration for Darryl James Caldwell, who died on May 22, will be held from 6:30 to…
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Chef Lia Lira opens much anticipated Bramble House restaurant this week
Islanders have one more option for on-island dining with the grand opening of Lia (Bardeen) Lira's much-anticipated Bramble…
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Collaborative continues its work to address island medical care needs
Members of the Vashon-Maury Health Collaborative have been continuing their efforts to bring another medical provider to the…
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Ferry ticketing changes as riders express opinions, complaints
Two new ferry ticketing procedures are being implemented at the Fauntleroy ferry terminal in an effort to load…
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Investigation shows school district did respond to harassment complaints
Vashon school district employees correctly addressed complaints of harassment and discrimination from parents who are now filing a…