Editorials

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.…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

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…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

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…

Written by Sharon

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…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

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…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

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,…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

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…

Written by Sharon

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…

Written by Sharon

It's time to get real about reservations

"Everyone hates reservations", "They only work for tourists", "4th of July is all booked up", "Reservations are destroying the wedding business ". These are…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Vote Yes for Island Rec levy; here's why

Easy fixes for some of the challenges of island life - finding a full-time living-wage job or a rental in the summer - are…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Bad government at work

People who have a gripe with government usually point to onerous regulations. If you want to view an outstanding example of the creation of…

Written by Sharon Kivisto