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County CSA grant appilication period is open

King County is offering $90,000 in Community Service Area Program grants for a variety of educational, cultural and…

Two island stores discontinue Roundup sales

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Two island stores discontinue Roundup sales

The herbicide Roundup has been in the news recently for its potential to cause cancer. Last week, Island…

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Woman reported missing last Thursday found safe

King County Search and Rescue was called to the island last Thursday to search for a missing 73-year-old…

School district, support staff continue contract negotiations

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School district, support staff continue contract negotiations

Last week on Wednesday, members of one of the island’s unions stood on the corner of Vashon Highway…

File Photo                                A long line of traffic at Fauntleroy Dock is a frequent scene.

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Researchers, islanders tackle problems facing ferries

Researchers from the University of Washington are taking a close look at the Fauntleroy dock, while at the…

Naturopathic clinic closes

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Naturopathic clinic closes

After nine years working as a naturopathic physician on Vashon, Nicole Maxwell is leaving the island with her…

Islanders consider possible health-care services for Vashon

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Islanders consider possible health-care services for Vashon

Community members make wish list for health care services

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Transportation briefs: Ferries, roads

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Community celebrates new track and field

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Community celebrates new track and field

A large crowd attended the ceremony for the new track and field at Vashon High School last Friday…

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Celebrate Vashon’s Japanese heritage this weekend

Islanders and guests are invited to spend Saturday on the grounds of the historic Mukai Farm and Garden…

Journeymen to hold fundraiser, help island boys grow

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Journeymen to hold fundraiser, help island boys grow

In American culture, some boys and young men tear themselves down to fit a mold that promotes single-mindedness,…

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Utilities retain use of rights-of-way

A Superior Court judge recently issued a formal ruling in favor of utility companies that would have had…

Ferry meeting draws crowd to comment on long-range plan, schedule

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Ferry meeting draws crowd to comment on long-range plan, schedule

More than 100 people attended Washington State Ferries’ open house for its long-range plan last week at the…