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Farmers Market Update

Jul. 15 2010 1 minute read
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Shipwreck Day is a community favorite in Anacortes.  So many treasures to be found in downtown.  We'll have treasures galore at the Farmer's Market as well this week. 

Arch planned for trestle

Art Shotwell Jul. 15 2010 1 minute read

A major art work is being planned for the trestle across Fidalgo Bay by the Anacortes Arts Festival. A sculpture by nationally-recognized artist Ries Niemi, who lives and works in Edison.

Register now for the Art Dash

Jul. 15 2010 1 minute read

You can register now for the annual Art Dash half-marathon, 10k and 5k races, set for July 31st. In its 5th year, the Art Dash has established itself in the northwest running scene. 

Star Bar closes its doors

Art Shotwell Jul. 12 2010 2 minutes read
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The popular upscale restaurant Star Bar closed down over the weekend. A sign in the front window says, "The Star Bar is closed for business. We will continue to host special events and catering functions."

The Police Blotter, July 10, 2010

Jul. 10 2010 9 minutes read

Anacortes Police arrested a 16-year-old boy after he eluded them in an 80-mile-per-hour chase on D Ave. last week He just didn’t want to be stopped by police, who ended up chasing him 3 times over 2 days.

Heat wave continues: 94 here

Art Shotwell Jul. 9 2010 1 minute read
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One good way to enjoy the summer is to go to the beach. Photographer Steve Berentson found these people at Rosario Beach on Thursday, when the temperature hit 94 in downtown Anacortes.

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