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Letter to the Editor: Paulsen Has Can-do Attitude
As long time islanders we have seen many school board members come and go. It is an important and often thankless job. We have always been grateful to the people that are willing to set
Letter to the Editor: Ghazel Provides Solid School Board Leadership
I am writing in support of Tony Ghazel for re-election to the Orcas Island School District Board. Tony has served with great effectiveness on the Board for 9 years. During that time he has been
Letter to the Editor: Mt. Baker Road Project Not Complete
How surprised I was to see a touchy feel-good picture in the local media with a lot of people smiling over the completion of The Mount Baker Road project. The problem is that the project
Letter to the Editor: Paulsen Provides Needed Change for School Board
An effective school board plays the important role of keeping the Orcas Island School District on track. The school board sets policies; establishes the vision and goals for the district; and holds the district administration
Editorial Column: Do Island Characters Characterize Island Character?
by Lin McNulty My first two summers on Orcas Island were spent living in the middle of a sheep field near Buck Bay. We lived in a 10x10x10 octagon with no plumbing or running water.
Letter to the Editor: Ghazel Dedicated to School Success
Tony is the longest continuously serving current school board member with close to 9 years tenure. He will continue to help create conditions in which children and the school’s staff are able to succeed, that
Elizabeth Nickson, Author, Canadian Columnist, Life European Chief, to Speak on Orcas
Elizabeth Nickson to speak at Eagle Forum on Friday, Oct. 11 from the Eagle Forum UPDATE: October 11. Eagle Forum Event Cancelled Due to Illness Elizabeth Nickson, former Life magazine European Bureau
Letter to the Editor: Ghazel Has Demonstrated Ability
Dear Editor, I write to offer strong support for Tony Ghazel in his bid for re-election to the school board. Tony has demonstrated financial acumen, excellent understanding of complex business and social issues, and an
Letter to the Editor: Ghazel Best Qualified for School Board
Tony Ghazel should be re-elected to the Orcas Island School Board. Mr. Ghazel has served the children and taxpayers of our island with distinction and integrity during the past nine years. Considerable work remains to
Guest Column: Peace Health Clarifies Peace Island’s Maternity Care
by Michael Wingren, MD, PIMC Medical Director and Jim Barnhart PIMC Chief Administrative Officer A recent Letter to the Editor of the San Juan Journal incorrectly asserted that PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC) has
Letter to Editor: Strong Support for Tony Ghazel
We strongly support Tony Ghazel in his campaign for re-election to the Orcas School Board. Through the years, we have observed Tony exercising his passionate belief that education is what defines community. His experience, creativity
Guest Column: Neighbors Serving Neighbors Shows Orcas Cares
by Kevin K. O'Brien “Neighbors Serving Neighbors Since 1948” has been the motto for Orcas Island Fire and Rescue for many years. When OIFR was established, its original purpose was to fight fires. Today, we
Letter to Editor: Big Thanks for Discover the Gift
Thank you to all who came out to watch the documentary, Discover the Gift, on a magical, blustery Orcas Island evening. If you missed it, you can rent it online. I highly recommend anyone who
Letter to the Editor: Congress Must Act Quickly to Restore the Voting Rights Act
As the summer heat began to build in Washington DC, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a much anticipated decision which gutted key components of the monumental Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965. The decision in
Letter to the Editor: What Does the Gov’t. Shutdown Mean to You?
To the editor: I consider the government shutdown local news because it's about all of us here on Orcas. My daughter is a prime example. She is one of those furloughed as a result of
