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Letter to the Editor: The Land Bank Saves More than Turtleback
To The Editor: We just returned from a six day camping trip up near Mt. Baker so I could get my mountain hiking in. I finally broke down and bought a new hiking book
Shoreline Visioning: Attendees Vote with Loud Voices for Individual Choice
Inventory report and visioning exercise prompt passionate debate On Wednesday, Sept. 21, a group of about 65 Orcas Islanders, mostly property owners, attended the San Juan County-sponsored Shoreline Visioning Workshop. They commented and voted
County United Way Grants Workshop Tomorrow
Friday, Sept. 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Orcas Public Library United Way of San Juan County is currently revising its grants process, to assure improved reporting and streamlined grant applications. The
Preparing Your Horse & Livestock Property for Winter
Sunday, Sept. 25 at 10 am at Blazing Tree Ranch on San Juan Island From the San Juan Islands Conservation District Now is the time to be planning for the winter months. Tackle
Letter to the Editor: EMTs on Top of Dangerous Situation
After having received wonderful treatment from the Orcas EMT group, I discovered another thoroughly remarkable thing about their service. I had sepsis -- which is blood poisoning and quite lethal if not treated and treated soon
Hearts and Hands Needs Volunteers for Seniors
By Betsy Louton Hearts and Hands is an organization of the Senior Center that recruits, trains and places volunteers with elders and disabled persons in need. Volunteers visit weekly to share stories, help with light
County Council Moves Toward Videoconferencing Meetings
This morning, the San Juan County Council activated videoconferencing as a way to provide citizen access on Orcas and Lopez Islands during Council meeting times in Friday Harbor. On Orcas Island, the morning
County Health Dept. Schedules Flu Vaccination Clinics
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager With cold weather and flu season approaching, the San Juan County Health and Community Services Department has scheduled adult flu vaccination clinics on Orcas, Lopez and San
Full Agenda & Field Trip at Council’s Special Meet on Orcas
Tuesday, September 27 at 10 a.m. in Eastsound From Ingrid Gabriel, San Juan County Council Clerk The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting away from Friday Harbor at the Outlook Inn, 171
New Ferry Schedule & Rate Changes Soon
By WSDOT Ferries Division Assistant Secretary David Moseley The fall sailing schedule starts Sunday, Sept. 25. That means fewer ferries or sailings on some routes to match the reduced demand in fall. For example, the
County Council To Begin Video Conferencing
Tuesday, September 20, 10—11:30 a.m. The San Juan County Council will begin videoconferencing its Friday Harbor meetings to Orcas and Lopez Islands, beginning this Tuesday, Sept. 20. Videoconferencing will begin at 10:00 with an
New Station, New Chief and New Strategic Plan — Some of Fire District’s Concerns
By Ken Brown At the Orcas Island Fire Commissioner’s Meeting on September 13, a ceremony commemorating the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 Twin Tower attacks in New York City, and the dedication of
Orcas Airport Improvement Work Complete
From the Port of Orcas The commissioners for the Port of Orcas wish to announce that except for some minor touch-up work and a final walkthrough/sign-off, the 2011 airport improvement project at the Orcas Island
Planning Commission to Consider Code Enforcement
Friday, September 23 at 8:45 a.m.in Friday Harbor Notice is hereby given that the San Juan County Planning Commission will continue their deliberations on an ordinance amending the Code Enforcement provisions of the San Juan
“The New Universe” Starts Crossroads Lectures
Sunday, September 18, at 2 p.m. From the Crossroads Committee The Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series Committee of the Orcas Island Public Library proudly announces its 2011-12 season. The season opens on Sunday,
Education Foundation Helps the 6th Grade Class Go to the Olympic Park Institute
For several years now, the Orcas Island School District (OISD) 6th grade class has taken a trip to the Olympic Park Institute (OPI). The tradition of this five-day environmental learning camp has been a wonderful experience
