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Dr. Claudia Kawas to present Crossroads Lecture “Lessons from the Oldest Old”
Dr. Claudia Kawas to speak on the 90+ Survey at the Crossroads Lecture this Sunday, Nov. 4 Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series will host Claudia Kawas, MD, who will present – Lessons from the
Special Council Meet Friday on Personnel Issue
UPDATE 11/1/2012: San Juan County Council meeting has been cancelled. The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting on Friday, November 2, 2012 beginning at 10 a.m. in the Legislative Building, 55 Second
Nov. 3 Public Scoping Meeting in FH for the Coal Terminal Project
By Chom Greacen Do you know that: - the proposed Gateway Pacific Terminal at Cherry Point will be the largest coal export facility in North America? - if the project goes forward, SJ Islands will
Head County Planner to Attend Planning Review Meeting
At the upcoming monthly meeting of the Eastsound Planning Review Committee on Thursday, Nov. 1 at the Eastsound Fire Hall René Beliveau, County Planning and Development Director, will give an update on the Planning Department,
Guest Opinion: Deputy Clerk Maureen See Facing Termination
By John Howard Rosen The County Council is paralyzed over what to do with its Deputy Clerk On September 26 seasoned and highly respected Deputy County Clerk Maureen See, the elected vice-chair of the Charter
Guest Column: How To Write A Good Scoping Comment Regarding Impacts Of Coal Terminal
By Chom Graecen “Scoping” is your first opportunity to make a difference in the permitting process of the Gateway Pacific Terminal (GPT), the coal terminal proposed for Cherry Point. Before the coal terminal can
Letter to the Editor: Lancaster has Down-to-Earth Commitment
We encourage a vote for Scott Lancaster for county council position #4, Orcas West. We have known the Lancasters for nearly 20 years with Scott consistently exhibiting a down-to-earth commitment to the community. Scott has
Letter to the Editor: Scott Lancaster is a Hardworking Listener
Please join me in supporting Scott Lancaster for County Council. Now, those of you who know me may be saying, “huh?” Yes, Scott and I come from polar opposites of the political spectrum, but I
One-day Craft & Flea Markets Nov. 10, Dec. 8
From the San Juan County Parks and Fair Division The San Juan County Fair will host two big Craft & Flea Markets, Saturday, November 10, and Saturday, December 8 at the Fairgrounds. It’s the perfect
Environmental Scoping Hearing for Coal Terminal on San Juan Island
From the Friends of the San Juans Attend the November 3 San Juan County EIS Scoping Hearing for the Gateway Pacific Terminal (GPT) 12-3 p.m., Friday Harbor High School, 45 Blair Ave, Friday Harbor. The
Letter to the Editor: Big Band Dinner Dance a Huge Success!
The Big Band Dinner Dance at the Senior Center on the October 20th was a huge success. All of tickets were sold and a wonderful time was had by everyone who attended. Of course, no
Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on School Bond
We are voting Yes for school bond. The bond will pay for critically needed repairs to the middle school buildings. The renovation will use materials designed to reduce maintenance costs, and will further reduce operating
County Parks Seeks Village Green Groundskeepers
Bids due November 1 at 3 p.m. From Kathryn Hansen, San Juan County Parks, Recreation and Fair County Parks is seeking bids for year-round groundskeeping services for the Eastsound Village Green. We’re encouraging contractors submitting
Public Invited to Land Bank’s Annual Retreat
The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting and annual retreat on Friday, November 2 at Canoe Island French Camp. The meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. Public comment time is
U.S. Congress Candidate Dan Matthews to Return to Orcas
This weekend, the San Juan County Republicans bring U.S. Congressional Candidate Dan Matthews to Orcas Island. Matthews traveled to Orcas Island to speak to voters at the League of Women Voters forum on Oct. 13,
Fire Commissioners Hold the Line on 2013 Budget
Over-budget revenue will go to reserve fund and benefit volunteers By Margie Doyle At the Oct. 23 Orcas Fire and Rescue District meeting, Commissioner Clyde Duke proposed that next year, the District operate on the
