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Hens now legal in the city

Art Shotwell Jun. 7 2010 2 minutes read
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The City Council has okayed an ordinance that will legalize hens in residential yards in the city. Noisy roosters still will not be allowed, unless they're already in residence.

The Police Blotter, June 5, 2010

Jun. 5 2010 15 minutes read

Two teenage kids were arrested and charged with drunk driving and other charges after their vehicles collided with each other last week.

Solar Power event next week

Jun. 4 2010 2 minutes read

Solar-powered homes in and around Anacortes will be showcased during the Anacortes Summer Solar Tour, which focuses on how solar and other renewable energy systems work in the home, next Saturday.  

This week at the Farmers Market

Jun. 4 2010 2 minutes read
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It's going to be a beautiful day this Saturday!!!  So much to do when the sun comes out and that means getting down to the Farmer's Market to get what you need.

Plan for Year-Round Gardening

Jun. 4 2010 5 minutes read

Now that the weather has finally settled into spring, it’s wise to plan your fresh produce harvest for the entire year—not just the warmer months.

Soldiers remembered on Memorial Day

Art Shotwell May. 31 2010 1 minute read
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A small group of veterans, members of the American Legion and VFW, honored America's war dead during a brief ceremony on the Guemes Island ferry Monday morning.

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