You may see it now and then: bicyclists running through a stop sign or even a red light instead of coming to a full stop. Okay, some motorists do that, too, with stop signs, any way. Well, it’s legal for bicyclists in some parts of the county.

Island Hospital was named a national and state top hospital by three companies: Healthstrong, Healthgrades and NerdWallet.

Councilmember Ryan Walters says he and Liz Lovelett have drafted a resolution for the City Council that would add the city's voice to the growing list of communities urging federal regulators to adopt strict rules governing the types of rail cars allowed to transport Bakken crude oil.

If Anacortes is to provide more future retail options, well-paying jobs, affordable housing, waterfront access, healthcare, recreation opportunities, and other things desired by the community, while preserving our small town character and beautiful natural environment, some difficult choices are facing us.

The Guemes Island Ferry will be out of service for repairs four days next week, Monday through Thursday.

The National Climate Assessment has some predictions for the Pacific Northwest: Changes in the timing of streamflow reduce water supplies for competing demands. Sea level rise, erosion, inundation, risks to infrastructure, and increasing ocean acidity post major threats.