A Friday Harbor man without medical insurance reported he was hit by a truck on Commercial Ave. mid-morning on Thursday and wanted to report the incident, even though the driver stopped because he wanted “crime victim compensation” to cover his medical expenses.
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources has had two 125-foot derelict vessels removed from a dilapidated dock on the Guemes Channel. The two vessels are being transported by Global Diving and Salvage to safer moorage at the Port of Seattle.
Ian and Joy Sloan took the opportunity that was presented by a sunny Thursday afternoon to go out sailing for a couple of hours after work. They're launching their F-18, 18-foot catamaran, Joyride, at Seafarers Memorial Park. This weekend, they'll be competing in races at Shilshole Marina in Seattle. They own Anacortes Rigging and Yacht Services.
The three County Commissioners heard from dozens of people Tuesday night on whether a proposal from the city of Anacortes for an expansion of its Urban Growth Area should be docketed for a full review by the county.
Cynthia Richardson has announced that she will not seek a fourth term on the City Council.
Don't miss the fifth annual Spring Wine Festival here, all afternoon Saturday, at the Port's Transit Shed warehouse at the foot of Commercial Ave. Advance tickets are now on sale.
