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Editorial: Now is the time to approve new regs for vacation rentals

Vacation rentals - the bane of some neighborhoods, an affordable way to acquire a second home, a way to pay a mortgage on a…
  • Written by Sharon Kivisto
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Filling the PHD board vacancies 2.0

EDITORIAL: One can hope that out of respect for the voters and taxpayers in the San Juan County #1 Hospital District, the actions taken…
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Voters not represented on SJI PHD commission, AG opinion needed

EDITORIAL: San Juan Island citizens were subjected to a grueling and ugly election process for three seats on the Hospital District Commission in 2015.…
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A whole lot of planning going on

Depending on how voters respond, in the near future there could be a new hospital district on Orcas Island, a new or expanded library…
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Top 10 stories of 2017

San Juan Islander's top 10 list of stories for 2017 focuses on news that has a long term impact on life in general in…
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If only more people cared about others like this dog does

I listened to this heartwarming CBC radio story Monday night on my drive home. The efforts made by this dog to save eight goats…
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Oops

Ever have that nagging feeling you've forgotten something important - like renewing your domain name? SanJuanIslander.com…
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  • Monday, 21 November 2016 14:08
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Now IS the time to vote Yes on EMS levy request

We all play a part in San Juan Island Emergency Medical Services. The roles of the paramedics, the volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians, the EMS…
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Editorial: Take a look back before moving forward

Under a very tight deadline, San Juan Island Emergency Medical Services is grappling with the question: What levy rate should be placed before the…
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County manager oblivious to concerns about contract

EDITORIAL: San Juan County Council approved a revised contract with Cascadia Consulting for the update to the Parks Plan at its Tuesday, December 15,…
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You can help refugees online

After a holiday weekend feasting, spending time with family and shopping, you may be looking for a way to share some of your good…
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Maintain and improve healthcare on San Juan Island: Vote for Sharp, Williams and Harrington

EDITORIAL: San Juan Emergency Medical Services and Peace Island Medical Center provide excellent healthcare to the community. That doesn't mean there is nothing to…
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