Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
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 Review Commission, was notified that the county was considering the possibility of disciplining her because
Saturday Auction to Benefit Children’s House
From the Children's House Whether your interests include travel or fine food, wine or works of art, Saturday’s auction offers something for everyone. Children’s House is sponsoring a Wine Pairing & Live Auction Sat. Nov. 3, from 4-7 PM at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall. Ticket proceeds benefit the Toddler and
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 proceed, a lengthy environmental review must be conducted jointly by Whatcom County, the Washington Department
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 unselfishly devoted his time, stayed involved with our schools/sports and even helped us with a
Island Photographers Show Greets Fall’s Arrival
OICC Show Poster By Martin Taylor Community Journalist Orcas Island photographers will celebrate the arrival of autumn with an exhibit of their recent work, to be held in the Orcas Center gallery beginning Friday, November 2, and continuing throughout November. The exhibit will open with a reception for
Charles of The Kitchen Is Back In Our Kitchen!
Charles Dalton of The Kitchen returns for the third time to our school cafeteria kitchen. By Madie Murray On Thursday, November 1, Charles Dalton, owner of The Kitchen behind Tres Fabu, will once again be working with our great cafeteria staff to create and serve a delightfully local
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 have grown to know Scott through our service together on the school board. While we
Jane Alden, Outlook Inn, John Steward and Food Bank Win Chamber Awards
Jane Alden, Mastermind of the First Annual Shakespeare Festival, wins special President's Award at the 2012 Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting By Margie Doyle This year’s annual Chamber of Commerce meeting on Oct. 24 brought the business and non-profit community out in droves to celebrate working
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 time to shop for those unique bargains and do your holiday shopping too! The Craft
Tracers Re-plays the Vietnam War at The Grange
New Orcas actors portray their war-hardened counterparts in "Tracers. " (left to right) Jason Dean, Andy Martin, Nate Feder, and Kevin Doyle. Mike Buckner (front) The Actors Theater of Orcas Island announces six upcoming performances of the play Tracers, an award-winning play conceived by John DiFusco and written
Quakes Strike Southern B.C.—Tsunami Warning for Alaska, Hawaii
Tsunami projected path. Click for additional updates from Google Public Alerts Updated 9 a.m. Oct. 28 by Lin McNulty A number of earthquakes struck Southern British Columbia tonight between 8:00 and 10:00 p.m. The U.S.G.S. indicates ten earthquakes have been registered in that area. Although one of the
Daily Headlines Coming from a New Address
On Friday, Oct. 26, we at Orcas Issues are going to change the sending address of the daily headlines to editor@theorcasonian.com. Just as you now receive these headlines from margiedoyle@theorcasonian.com, you will continue to receive the headlines, only from editor@theorcasonian.com. We'd like to suggest that you put this address in
Dance Classes for Fall
Jean Henigson, dance teacher at A Place to Dance, is offering new classes for pre-schoolers, beginners and teens/adults, starting next week. Creative Movement & Pre-Ballet, Saturdays, Nov. 3 – Dec. 22 Ages 3 – 4 years: 10:30 – 11:20 a.m. Ages 4 – 5 years: 11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
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 San Juan Islands and the Salish Sea will be at the center of the marine
MAG Leads Community: School Music Matters
The High School Band and Strings under the direction of Martin Lund (left) and Pamela Wright (right) meet every school day at 7:30 a.m. to rehearse. By Kristen Wilson The Music Advocacy Group of Orcas Island (MAG) is pleased to announce that they have raised the necessary $9,000
Guest Opinion: Alice Waters Takes A Stand on GMOs
By Madie Murray On Oct 23, I received an email from the California Right To Know organization that contained a plea from Alice Waters, renowned author, food activist, and founder of the Edible Schoolyard in Berkeley, California. In it, she stated, “On November 6th, the future of food is at
