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As flu fears lessen, Vashon stays prepared
The H1N1 flu virus is proving to be less worrisome than feared initially, and Vashon’s health care providers…
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Vashon man found dead in the woods at Maury’s marine park
A 62-year-old Vashon man was found dead near a trail in the Maury Island Regional Marine Park Wednesday…
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High school at K2? Developers put forward a proposal
Two Islanders working to develop the former K2 site into a commercial and community hub have approached school…
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PTSA auction will put on a good show during a tough time
Cafeteria food, the under-appreciated cuisine of public schools far and wide, is also the fare of this year’s…
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Plastic at Farmers Market means more Islanders can shop there
Thanks to a recent grant, people who receive food stamps will be able to shop at Vashon’s thriving…
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Mural brings Vashon history to light
Many Islanders will see something special in the larger-than-life mural that now adorns the north side of the…
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Dig owners look at a way to keep nursery going in tough times
Fourteen years ago, Sylvia Matlock and Ross Johnson transformed a sprawling jumble of blackberries into an artful nursery…
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Four new ferries called for in finalized transportation budget
In what some are calling a partial victory for ferry-served communities, the Legislature’s newly approved transportation budget calls…
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Library helps Islanders tackle recession with classes, information
The Vashon Library will open its doors two hours early next week to offer resources and assistance to…
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Students’ silence supports gay rights
More than a third of all Vashon High School students took part in the national Day of Silence…
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VIFR board may appeal discrimination lawsuit decision
Vashon Island Fire & Rescue, facing a potential out-of-pocket judgment of more than $750,000, is considering appealing a…
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Board endorses fundraising to help shore up ailing school district
Parents of students in Vashon’s public schools will be asked to lend a helping hand to the Island’s…
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Community council asks officials to keep library in town core
By a near-unanimous vote and with scant discussion, Islanders at the Vashon-Maury Island Community Council (VMICC) meeting Monday…