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Guest Opinion: Compliance with CAO Problematical
By Brian McClerran Many well-meaning citizens groups have decided that the best way to protect our precious resources and unique island life is to add to the laws, draw participation of outside authorities, and create
Guest Opinion: OPALCO Members Propose Bylaw Change
By Winnie Adams A group of co-op members on Lopez Island, organized as the Lopez Chapter of Citizens for Safe Technology, recently submitted a petition asking for a change to the OPALCO bylaws related to
Letter to the Editor: Thanks, Rick Hughes!
Every Friday night, the children of Orcas Island have a treat in store for them.Councilman Rick Hughes and his wife Marlace organize a safe, fun night of roller skating. In the winter, there are few
Letter to the Editor: Bob Jarman’s Feeling Fine
Bob Jarman -- photo taken this weekend I would like to address the question of my health and whether or not I am fit to run for re-election to the County Council. To
Letter to the Editor: Students Benefit from Aldorts’ Generosity
To the Editor: Thanks to the generosity of Naomi and Harvey Aldort, on Friday, February 15th, Orcas Island Middle and High School students in grades 8 to 12 were given the opportunity to spend the
Letter to the Editor: Shop at Homegrown
I am writing to ask those who enjoy Homegrown, to please shop there in the next few weeks.Homegrown is open 10 to 6 week days and during the day on weekends. Spend $20, $30, $40, $50
Letter to the Editor: Sharing Libraries
Years ago, I taught in Manlius NY, where the local public library was within the middle school building. It was open during school to students and the community, and accessible after school hours via an
Judge Meyer Issues Ruling on Charter Case
Charter Propositions Upheld; Citizenship Praised Visiting Judge John Meyer issued a four-page ruling on Michael Carlson et al. v San Juan County et al., to attorneys in the case representing the plaintiffs (Stephanie O’Day)
Letter to the Editor: Be Kind Rewind
After writing last week about what divides us in the San Juans, I instantly reminded myself that the real topic is what unites us. We mostly stick together and serve each other. People are dominant
Letter to the Editor: E-mails Reflect On Our Culture
It has come to my attention that e-mails containing a video of me are circulating. The video was first posted on a blog, then e-mailed from one real estate agent to another on San Juan Island.
Funhouse Commons Commends the Work of the Newtown Response Committee
The Board and staff of the Funhouse Commons would like to thank Fred Klein and the 35 other community members who took part in the discussions regarding gun safety in our community, inspired by the
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Speaks of Congratulations and Concerns
Congratulations to Lisa Byers, Lovel Pratt and Bob Jarmen for their recent primary victories. I look forward to seeing each of you over the next few months on the campaign trail. I would like to
Letter to the Editor: The Great Divide
The polarization of opinion here has reached a fever pitch which is threatening the future of the San Juan Islands. There are environment concerns which are bitterly opposed by property right advocates. This division exists nationally. On
Guest Column: Update on Reuse at the Orcas Island Transfer Station
By Mark DeTray If you have been wondering, pondering, musing over and/or otherwise asking yourself and others about the status of site clean-up and a new reuse center at the Orcas Island Transfer Station, here's
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Thanks Participants in Primary Election
To the Editor: Thank you to everyone who voted in the primary election and to all the candidates who participated. I look forward to a positive and civil general election campaign and vigorous discussions about
