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DoVE sees growing demand for services

Vashon’s anti-domestic violence program has seen its number of clients grow significantly this year, prompting organizers to beef…

Linda Mapes will read from her book at 7 p.m. Thursday

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An author shares the tale of a mighty river

Islanders can celebrate a monumental environmental victory that is also, quite literally, a fish story, at a reading…

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Second annual BioBlitz provides a peek into the island’s diversity

Last spring a large group of islanders spent 24 hours at the Neill Point Natural Area photographing bugs,…

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Grant will fund outreach on septic maintenance

Craft3, the organization that will administer loans for septic system work for islanders in Vashon’s Marine Recovery Areas,…

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An oil spill cleanup could harm our waters

Last October, the Washington Department of Ecology conducted an oil spill drill on the west side of Blake…

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Vashon pool set to open for season

The Vashon Pool is set to open this Saturday and will offer a free swim in the afternoon.

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Islanders to run for seats on public boards

Several islanders threw their hats into the political ring last week, filing with King County Elections to run…

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Island arts stalwart takes a new pat

Book the talent. Write press releases and text for the website. Design the posters. Set the lights. Welcome…

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Caretakers at two parks face difficult choice

Following a decision by the Vashon Park District’s board of commissioners, two parks employees must choose between keeping…

Pedestrians in Vashon town pass the schools foundation thermometer

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With cuts at risk, schools foundation extends deadline

The Vashon Schools Foundation has extended its fundraising deadline, hoping to raise at least $100,000 more in order…

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Recent incidents prompt safety concerns for island children

In the past week, two incidents involving island children have gotten considerable attention on Facebook and an online…

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Mukai opens to public, dispute continues

As Island Landmarks, the nonprofit that owns the Mukai Farm and Garden, finished a weeklong open house at…

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Park district files for fields water right

With the Northwest’s dry season approaching, the Vashon Park District has applied for a permit for a water…