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With ‘no alternative,’ beloved dock pushed further to brink

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With ‘no alternative,’ beloved dock pushed further to brink

The ailing dock will be closed to the public early next month.

‘She Kills Monsters’ is a must-see

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‘She Kills Monsters’ is a must-see

Drama Dock’s latest production delivers high comedy and wrenchingly emotional character transitions.

Courtesy of Washington Secretary of State’s Office

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Transportation and housing among King County’s top legislative priorities in 2020

Legislature will begin meeting Jan. 12.

John Croan remembered for service, compassion

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John Croan remembered for service, compassion

The longtime resident and WWII veteran served Vashon-Maury Island in more ways than people can count

Local compost group to screen soil film

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Local compost group to screen soil film

Zero Waste Vashon wants you to pay attention to what’s under your feet - the soil.

Island man creates, installs solar system mobile

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Island man creates, installs solar system mobile

Scott Durkee made the moving art and hung it from the ceiling of the McMurray Middle School library.

Police K-9 named after island soldier killed in Afghanistan

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Police K-9 named after island soldier killed in Afghanistan

Police dogs go to great lengths to support and protect their team. So did Robert Bennedsen.

Life is a ‘Gaybaret’ for two talented islanders

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Life is a ‘Gaybaret’ for two talented islanders

The show’s creators weave storytelling, songs and theater to tell a story about their lives together.

Board makes final recommendations for school cuts

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Board makes final recommendations for school cuts

Biggest reductions include district office support staff and a special education paraeducator.

Vashon votes for hospital district, board of commissioners

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Vashon votes for hospital district, board of commissioners

A historic shift for health care as island is poised to join state network of hospital districts

Vashon’s drinking water eyed by investors

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Vashon’s drinking water eyed by investors

Large utilities put out offers to buy several of the island’s private water companies.

Drama Dock show is milestone for troupe

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Drama Dock show is milestone for troupe

“She Kills Monsters” is Drama Dock’s first offering by a non-white playwright.

Update: Island election results

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Update: Island election results

Hospital dist. gets widespread support; Hennessey, Chasan in dead heat; Park District levy passes