Due to an unexpected necessary engine repair, the Guemes Island Ferry will provide passenger-only service on Monday, Nov. 26 on the 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. sailings.

We have groups of door to door magazine salespeople every year in Anacortes. If you are thinking of buying something from anyone that is going door to door make sure that you check out their credentials and the company that they work for thoroughly.

The gates are closed until spring on the North Cascades Highway. Nearly two feet of new snow and several snowslides, coupled with a weather forecast calling for more snow through the Thanksgiving weekend, prompted the Washington State Department of Transportation to permanently close the cross-state highway.

An argument that got loud broke out during Monday night's City Council meeting between Mayor Dean Maxwell and Council member Ryan Walters. And, it wasn't the first verbal fisticuffs between the two since Walters was elected a year ago. It took a 10-minute recess to let everyone cool down.

The City Council has okayed a one-percent hike in the city's share of property taxes for property owners in the city. The tax increase would, according to City Finance Director Steve Hoglund, increase the property tax by about $4.25 per year for the owner of a $250,000 home.

What do glittery, red ornaments, carriage rides, carolers and merry shop keepers all have in common? The first "Keep the Cheer Here" holiday season in Anacortes. "Keep the Cheer Here" highlights our unique shops, restaurants and businesses with a holiday treasure hunt.