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The following statements are in response to the vote on July 3 by the U.S. House of Representatives to pass an extreme bill ...

Friday Harbor Film Festival – Oct. 23-26 in local theaters only. All screenings will offer reserved seating, giving you the ...

If you haven’t been to the County Fairgrounds lately, you might be surprised by the improved accessibility, refreshed look ...

October 18, 1930 - April 17, 2025October 18, 1930 – April 17, 2025 Ronald Lee Shreve died at his home in Friday Harbor, Washington, on April 17, 2025, at age 94. Ron’s early years were spent in the ...

Submitted by San Juan Soapery.Submitted by San Juan Soapery. We are delighted to invite you to the opening of San Juan Soapery’s new storefront! Discover our unique selection of handmade, non-toxic ...

Submitted by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner. As we observe Fraud Prevention Month, there’s no better time to highlight one of the most powerful tools Medicare beneficiaries have in the fight ...

By Declan O’Malley, Journal contributor After leading Friday Harbor High School to a successful season and a state tournament berth, head coach Jon Smith has been named Baseball Coach of the Year for ...

Submitted by Rick Larsen.Submitted by Rick Larsen. On Wednesday, June 11, Rep. Rick Larsen released the following statement: “I condemn any violence in Los Angeles and interference with law ...

As we enter the month of June, the families living in our HolliWalk neighborhood still cannot purchase their homes. On May 9, two years after construction was completed and facing ongoing delays in ...

• Better technology and social media management. Two additional needs were identified by youth, but with less frequency: • More youth activities and opportunities. • Substance use prevention support ...

Another plumber no longer has his own rig laden with extra parts. He walked into my interview asking the other plumber for a Sawzall blade, a drop-eared 90, a half-inch elbow, two pairs of knee pads, ...