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Storm causes problems for some Vashon residents
Despite icy road conditions on Vashon Thursday evening and Friday, as of Friday afternoon, Vashon Island Fire and…
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Results are finally in: School bond measure squeaks to victory
After days of uncertainty, King County Elections certified Vashon Island’s Feb. 8 election, declaring a bond measure to…
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Artist takes down controversial photos after media coverage
Greg Davila, whose photographs of semi-nude, embracing same-sex couples have been at the center of a controversy on…
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Once a mine site, soon a park: Islanders rediscover a part of Maury Island
Kevin Kim-Murphy has long loved running the trails of Dockton Forest. But up until a few weeks ago,…
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County turns up heat on homeowners to inspect septic systems
King County officials have sent letters to some 200 Islanders within the county-designated marine recovery areas noting that…
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Island property owners see both values and taxes decline
Most Vashon property owners will see a drop in both the assessed values of their homes as well…
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New water main to be placed on Ridge Road
Work will begin next month on the first phase of a five-year project to replace the 5,000-foot water…
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Band students play well, move on to state
Fifteen Vashon High School band members will head to the state solo and ensemble competition April 29 and…
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Emmer opts not to turn over e-mails after VMICC vote
Former community council board member Hilary Emmer decided Monday night not to turn over 980 pages of e-mails…
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Islanders travel to Olympia to testify about UAC measure
A bill that would exempt King County’s Unincorporated Area Councils from having to comply with the requirements of…
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Beachcomber seeks reader response to confidential survey
Readers of The Beach-comber are asked to visit its website and answer a survey that will help the…
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Artwork depicting nude couples is removed from Vashon gallery after building owner objects
The owner of the building that houses Two Wall Gallery abruptly removed several works in the gallery's latest…