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Despite concerns, homelessness authority moves toward final Seattle vote

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Despite concerns, homelessness authority moves toward final Seattle vote

Seattle’s homelessness committee aligned the city’s plan with King County’s.

Winery ordinance finalized with Vashon protections

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Winery ordinance finalized with Vashon protections

The legislation now heads to King County Executive Dow Constantine’s desk for his signature.

Community turns out to see Santa Claus, light holiday tree during Winterfest

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Community turns out to see Santa Claus, light holiday tree during Winterfest

Roads in town were closed to make way for a parade as the island turned out to ring…

Vashon to get noise monitor for air traffic

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Vashon to get noise monitor for air traffic

The device will augment the Port of Seattle’s current system for one year.

Park, fire districts closing in on interlocal agreement

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Park, fire districts closing in on interlocal agreement

Negotiations over contract for fire protection services have taken more than a year.

In this September 2019 photo, George Kirkish, owner and founder of Palouse Winery on Vashon-Maury Island, pours a glass of wine for Lori Coots during tasting room hours. (Kevin Opsahl/Sound Publishing)

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King County Council approves controversial winery, brewery ordinance

After five years, the county has updated regulations surrounding alcohol production and tasting.

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Shelter in place lifted in Gold Beach following arrest

A man has been taken into custody after surrendering to authorities.

The arts are the gift that keeps giving in December

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The arts are the gift that keeps giving in December

Offerings include all-star performances, concerts, special exhibits and holiday sales.

Hospital District commissioners meet for first time

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Hospital District commissioners meet for first time

“It’s the first step in a long journey. We have an awful lot to do.”

Vashon Health Care District board of commissioners meet

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Vashon Health Care District board of commissioners meet

The first meeting, held Dec. 4 at VCA, included changing the district’s name and job training

Fire along Twisp River Road in the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest in 2018. Courtesy photo

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Wildfire response: State unveils funding legislation proposal

Last year, Department of Natural Resources responded to record number of wildfires.

Real estate agency sponsors Toy Drive

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Real estate agency sponsors Toy Drive

John L. Scott is accepting toys now through Dec. 20 at various dropoff locations.

Kelly Keenan/Vashon Nature Center Photo                                One of the J Pod orcas, named Hy’Shqa, swims in the Puget Sound last week with Mount Rainier in the background.

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Orcas spotted off coast of island last week

22 J Pod members were spotted in Puget Sound on Nov. 25 and 26, sparking excitement among islanders