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Kevin Pottinger remembered as a Renaissance man

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Kevin Pottinger remembered as a Renaissance man

Pottinger led a life on Vashon that was centered on family, service and creative accomplishment.

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Get set for viaduct closure

As many islanders are aware, the Alaskan Way Viaduct will close forever Friday evening, Jan. 11, launching a…

It looks a lot like Inslee is running for president

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It looks a lot like Inslee is running for president

New statements and political fundraising from Gov. Inslee point toward a 2020 presidential bid

UW Fauntleroy study gives array of recommendations for troubled Triangle Route

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UW Fauntleroy study gives array of recommendations for troubled Triangle Route

The UW Evans School of Public Policy & Governance released its study of Fauntleroy dock operations last month,…

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School district aims to trim $700,000 from next year’s budget

Other districts in the state are asking elected officials to provide more funds for education.

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Commissioners raise rates for Water District 19 customers

The district needs to tend to its ailing infrastructure, according to officials.

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‘Cease and desist’ order, fine levied against Bethany Barnes

An investigation of an island woman offering pain management services on Vashon has been concluded.

VashonBePrepared President Vicky de Monterey Richoux keeps several bins with supplies in the back of her car. Photo by Melissa Hellmann

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Vashon Island seen as national model for disaster readiness

The small island community relies on local volunteers and individual awareness to prepare for a major earthquake.

Puget Sound prepares for the big one

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Puget Sound prepares for the big one

Three years after an alarming report made national headlines, locals are quietly preparing disaster.

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WSF releases spring ferry schedule

Schedule will reduce service from Vashon to Fauntleroy.

The Wild Mermaid lures islanders for a view of the sea

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The Wild Mermaid lures islanders for a view of the sea

The Wild Mermaid, a new restaurant next to Vashon’s north-end ferry dock, opened last week featuring specialty coffees,…

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Park district looks ahead with balanced 2019 budget

The Vashon Park District continues to meet its operating targets and expenses as it heads into 2019 with…

PIE awards array of grants for three public schools

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PIE awards array of grants for three public schools

Vashon Partners in Education recently provided more than $55,000 in grants to island educators for a variety of…