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Fire department launches subscription service
The fire department has recently launched a subcription service that covers patients’ portions of the cost of hospital…
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Program honoring Martin Luther King set for Monday
For the 27th year, Emma Amiad will host an evening program honoring Dr. Martin Luther King.
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VISD Superintendent Michael Soltman resigns, will finish out school year
Vashon Island School District’s Superintendent Michael Soltman announced last week that he plans to retire at the end…
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New public art installed on high school campus
Northwest artist Bob Leverich stood in the cold rain last Thursday afternoon, camera in hand, ready to snap…
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Sea Stars: Are they really making a comeback?
Marine life lovers had cause to rejoice last week as a story raced across the media landscape from…
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State investigates local health care provider over licensing concerns
A woman offering her services for pain management to members of the Vashon community is currently under investigation…
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High school opens all-gender restrooms
Vashon High School made national headlines last week when school district leaders announced students would be welcomed back…
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Burton Inn is once again on the market
Burton Inn owner/operator Deborah Kohler has placed the property — which includes both the inn and the home…
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Vashon housing prices continue to climb, reflect regional trend
As housing prices escalate around the region, Vashon reflects the trend, with housing costs rising and people with…
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Luminarias at Fisher Pond lit longest night
Islander Karen Biondo and many “solstice elves” transformed Fisher Pond with 1,000 luminarias lining the footpath and glowing…
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Safety First: Metro offers free rides for passengers on New Year’s Eve
King County Metro will offer free rides on New Year’s Eve between 4 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 31,…
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New apuncture, massage practice opens in town
Two island women have recently joined together to create a space for acupuncture and massage in the heart…
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Get set to swim: Dome project nearly complete at Vashon Pool
The long-awaited dome at the Vashon Pool was installed last week, and public swimming sessions are expected to…