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State presents plan to map where boats can moor in harbor
The state Department of Natural Resources is working to map out specific places where mooring buoys will be allowed in Quartermaster Harbor, the next step in a long-term project to clear the harbor of abandoned buoys and make the bay safer for boats.
Tuesday May 29 | Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
Honoring our veterans: Memorial Day on Vashon
Boy Scout Troop 294 follows the Color Guard - from left, John Burke, Phil Mahurin, Nathan Williams and Chuck Pardee - into the cemetery Vashon's annual Memorial Day service took place at the Vashon Cemetery Monday, where more than 100 people turned out under warm but cloudy skies to honor soldiers who have fought and died in the service of the ... (more)
Tuesday May 29 | Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
A multimedia show asks, 'How does your garden grow?'
From left, Patricia Kelly, Tom Pruiksma, Terry Hershey, Ellie Hughes and Gordon Millar are among the actors who will take the stage in 'Through the Garden Gate.' AnA expansive collaboration between a group of more than 20 Island writers, thinkers, dancers, musicians and performers will bloom on the Blue Heron stage this weekend, when "Through the ... (more)
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Two ferries out of service at Vashon Island
The 90-car Sealth is tied up at Vashon with a faulty sea strainer. Divers and workers from Eagle Harbor maintenance facility are there developing a repair plan, said Susan Harris-Huether of Washington State Ferries.
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A portrait of Vashon | Slideshow
Destination Vashon - published this week - is, of course, meant for visitors. But we believe Islanders - even those who have lived here many years - will find gems tucked within its 74 pages.
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Postal Service launches investigation into region-wide mail theft
A recent spate of mail thefts on Vashon has led authorities to launch an investigation into the crimes, which has also seen an uptick in other parts of King and Snohomish counties as well.
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Vashon garners five-year grant to tackle teen substance abuse
Vashon Island is one of three King County communities selected for a program that will enable educators and social service providers to attempt a comprehensive and long-term response to teen substance abuse.
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Little pertussis reported recently on Vashon
Vashon reported no cases of pertussis in April and has reported only one case so far this month, according to officials at Public Health - Seattle King County.
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Free-wheeling VashonALL captures the Island's attention
Need a replacement for your lost phone charger? How about a few bales of hay, some used bricks or a loaner refrigerator? Or maybe you're seeking expert advice about how the heck to eject a stuck CD from a player.
Inslee makes run official, takes education theme
Democrat Jay Inslee made his run for governor official Tuesday, filing paperwork and leading a small rally for his jobs-and education-themed campaign.
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Credit union's unusual problem: A few too many deposits
Vashon's thriving credit union has had to put a halt to new business accounts - but for a most unusual reason: The small credit union is a little too flush with cash.
John Urquhart, Clean Cosmetics, And Greendays Gardening
King County Sheriff Candidate John Urquhart: Former King County Sheriff's Office spokesman John Urquhart was the department's public liaison for more than 20 years, until he retired last September.
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For a Vashon architect, the VHS project hits close to home
Brian Carter, lead architect for the new Vashon High School campus, said the design is a personal one, as his daughter is a student there.
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Vashon opera aims to bring a bit of Russia to the island
Island opera lovers are advised to get their tickets now for the sure-to-be-sold-out presentation of "Eugene Onegin," to be staged by Vashon Opera May 16, 18 and 20 at Bethel Church.
Vashon banks on new credit union
It would be hard to imagine a place further removed from the brash intensity of Occupy Wall Street.
'Weekday' Archive - 'The Accidental Slaveowner:' Conflicting myths exist about "Miss Kitty," a former slave who lived in antebellum Georgia.
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Cyclists voice frustration over rumble strip project
Nearly 40 cyclists met with King County officials Wednesday night to register their frustrations with the county's aborted rumble strip project.