Fundraiser for park project underway

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Fundraiser for park project underway

Raffle tickets are available for a vacation getaway to raise money for playground equipment.

Thrift store returns to town

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Thrift store returns to town

Lost and Found, a thrift store formerly in Burton, moves to Vashon town.

Health Care District commissioners consider Neighborcare clinic’s future

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Health Care District commissioners consider Neighborcare clinic’s future

Board is considering whether to apply for funding from King County to help it function in early days

The Beachcomber Banner

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The Beachcomber Banner

The front-page banner of the Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber has evolved over the years.

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A knock-out gingerbread house

Islander Bonnie Nelson is the architect behind some fantastic holiday gingerbread houses.

Students improve core strength through planking

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Students improve core strength through planking

How long can you hold a “plank” for?

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Vaping a problem for island youth, experts say

‘Vaping 101: The Truth Behind the Haze’ presentation helped inform islanders on the dangers of vaping.

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Park District sets budget, priorities for new year

Commissioners of the Vashon Park District have approved a $1.5 million dollar spending plan for 2020

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Arrest of domestic violence suspect made on island

A man accused of domestic violence was arrested on the island in the early morning hours on Wednesday…

Natural gas leaves many feeling grim

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Natural gas leaves many feeling grim

Puget Sound Energy’s liquefied natural gas facility in Tacoma has many critics, including islanders.

Islanders, park district consider help for dock

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Islanders, park district consider help for dock

The park district has formed a committee for islanders interested in saving the Tramp Harbor dock.

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Regional homelessness authority approved by King County, Seattle

The authority will consolidate crisis response and services into one entity.

Money, committees on Health Care District docket

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Money, committees on Health Care District docket

Commissioners were briefed on district funding opportunities and set up committees to find resources