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Public forum set to address local hunger, solutions
More than 16 percent of Vashon’s population use the island’s food bank, a statistic that is prompting multiple…
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Island woman hit in vehicle-dog-pedestrian accident in Vashon town
A driver hit a dog then a pedestrian on Bank Road near the intersection of 100th Ave. SW…
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Ellisport history project approved for heritage museum exhibit
The Ellisport Project, comprised of a group of residents aiming to tell the story of Ellisport from its…
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KING 5 poll names Seattle Distilling best distillery in area
For the second year in a row, Vashon’s family-owned Seattle Distilling has been named the best distillery in…
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Park district looks for new funding source for scholarship program
For the last five years, the David Foege Memorial Fund has provided thousands of dollars annually for scholarships…
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Island real estate sales strong this year, further improvements expected
When Emily Browne first began looking to buy a home on Vashon last fall, her progress was slowed…
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VIFR sets 2016 budget, increases volunteer funding
Vashon Island Fire & Rescue’s (VIFR) proposed 2016 budget of $2.35 million increased roughly $53,000 over this year’s,…
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Long-awaited laundromat opens
With a permitting issue finally resolved, islanders once again have access to laundry facilities now that Doug Sudduth…
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Senior center to face budget shortfall next year
The Vashon Senior Center is contending with cuts to its services and programs next year after losing a…
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Franciscan clinic adds lactation consultant
The Franciscan Medical Clinic will add the services of a lactation consultant beginning Dec. 3.
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VARSA kicks off series of talks to help, educate parents
Two nationally-recognized suicide prevention experts will be on Vashon Wednesday, Dec. 2, to talk to parents and the…
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Storm packed a punch, but island fared well
The first storm of the season blew in to Vashon with heavy rain and high winds yesterday, taking…
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Community feast, festivities planned for Thanksgiving
Islanders looking to spend the Thanksgiving holiday in a community setting are welcome at the Presbyterian church throughout…