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Vashon visitors appreciate island hospitality

I would like to take a few minutes to offer a sincere and heartfelt thank you to the…

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Islanders enjoy the freedom to express themselves

In regard to the two letters to the editor: “Schools should stop teaching evolution,” (Dec. 24) and “Evolution:…

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Rescuers do good work

Baahaus Animal Rescue Group provides an important service to our rural community (“Couple creates a sanctuary for farm…

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Supporting the organization supports students who need help

People read The Beachcomber to stay current on the issues affecting Vashon Island. Issues we’ve seen too much…

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Evolution is one of the most important subjects a school should teach

In response to Peter Thalhofer’s letter (“Schools should stop teaching evolution,” Dec. 24), I would like to say…

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The crimes the U.S. committed were cruel, violent and pervasive

A recent big news item is the release of a highly redacted government report on the tortures that…

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Support our museum by visiting

I’m writing to remind readers to visit the Vashon heritage museum during the holidays. It’s open from 1…

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Schools should stop teaching evolution

“Suicide Prevention” curriculum in the schools sounds like a good idea, but it faces a huge hurdle.

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All students are at risk

I’d like to commend the school district’s recent recognition of the state of our young people (“Schools begin…

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Pool should be open year-round

As Friends of Vashon Pool, we thank the Vashon Park District for agreeing last Tuesday to consider budgeting…

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Fall from horse is a reminder

My sincere thanks to the Vashon community for showing support for me after a nasty fall from my…

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There is reason for distrust of police

I often walked home from The Beachcomber when I worked there, and on one night, I headed home…

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Reimbursement rates are the real problem

Although I applaud the work of the Vashon Maury Health Collaborative (“Group seeks innovative solution to local health…