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Islanders continue to experience problems with postal service
In the last two years, islander Jeff Snell has requested that the post office hold his mail six…
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VashonFresh pilot program extended through Oct. 15
A summer pilot project to test an online marketplace for local food has exceeded expectations and will be…
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PHOTOS: ‘Stupid’ bikes light up the night
Vashon’s Stupid Bike Club hosted Stupid Bike Night during the gallery cruise Friday, when some 30 cyclists on…
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Volunteer firefighters help with Jolly Mountain, Grand Mound fires
Washington Governor Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency Saturday as three large fires continue to char tens…
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UPDATED: Pro skateboarders involved in fatal Vashon Island crash
A veteran skateboard videographer is dead and a pro skateboarder is awaiting charges following a suspected DUI crash…
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FIELD NOTES: A few dedicated volunteers maintain island trails
John Burke walks through Burton Acres Park every day with hedge shears in his hands and his puppy-like…
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Open Space construction leads to cancellation of VIPP auction
The 2017 Fur Ball — the 15th annual fundraising auction for Vashon’s animal rescue organization — will not…
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Some islanders turn to dogs to protect livestock
As Vashon’s predators have increased in recent years, some island livestock owners have turned to guardian dogs to…
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‘You knew everybody’: Island elder recalls Vashon from 70 years ago
Long before it became a proving ground for sheepdogs and their handlers and before Tom Stewart created his…
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School health clinic opens next month
When the doors open at Vashon’s public schools next week, students and their families will have another option…
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Vashon High School class of 1957 celebrates 60th reunion
As befitting any class reunion, memorabilia was on display at the Vashon Eagles on Saturday, Aug. 12. A…
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News briefs: Shellfish poison, VCC, school supplies and pool cover
Island closed to recreational shellfish harvesting
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The President of Me will mark final day with ‘last hurrah’ Friday
Friday marks the last day The President of Me store will occupy the space between The Hardware Store…