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Flawless, massive bluefin tuna washes ashore on Orcas beach

Dr. Joe Gaydos received unexpected news in the early morning hours of July 11.

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Evan and Squirrel.

Life

‘Squirrel Dialogues’ is moving off the island and aiming to grow

Sometimes all it takes is a squirrel in the middle of the woods to spread an enduring message…

Left to right: Brie, Havarti, Colby and Romano.

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After surviving a housefire in Eastern Washington, four dogs are looking for new homes on Orcas

This past May, a devastating fire in Moses Lake killed 25 dogs.

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Friday Harbor man charged with controlled substance homicide

Warning: The following story contains details about drug use.

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Request for salmon recovery project proposals

The San Juan County Lead Entity for Salmon Recovery is requesting salmon recovery project proposals for the Salmon…

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Opinion

Historic events that occurred on Jan. 1 | Editorial

Happy new year from all of us at the Sounder, Journal and Weekly. We thank you, from the…

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Opinion

Preparing for harsh island winters | Editorial

It seems that winter snowstorms are becoming a tradition for us in the Pacific Northwest.

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Opinion

Dark days can bring on seasonal affective disorder

Winter can be an awe-inspiring time of year. From outdoor snow activities to holiday cheer to time with…

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Skyler Gregg.

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Former Orcas resident Skyler Gregg dies in Ukraine

Skyler Gregg, 23, has died in combat, fighting for Ukraine.

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Orcas man arrested after allegedly breaking into home, flashing knife at officer and running away into woods

Matthew Edward Huffstodt, 33, of Deer Harbor, was apprehended by sheriff’s deputies on Oct. 2, three days after…

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A patient being flown with Airlift Northwest.

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Three memberships recommended for air ambulance coverage

If you live in the San Juans and you have a medical emergency that requires air transport to…

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Orcas man charged with felony harassment

The following story contains details of violence.

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Back row: Jim Connell of Recovery in Community, Megan Neal of Recovery Rides and Anthony Terndrup, Compass Health Outpatient Program Manager for San Juan County. Front row: Claire Nollman of the Orcas Community Resource Center and Janine Heimerich of Recovery in Community.

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New program to help islanders receive transportation to off-island rehab centers

When an addict makes the decision to seek help, “what comes next?” is a big question.