The Police Blotter

A weekly roundup prepared by the Anacortes Police Department.

Port Commissioners visit marina

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Commissioners of the Port of Anacortes got a tour of the new facilities at Cap Sante Marina on Thursday, including the new waterfront promenade.

Beach Expo at Washington Park

This looks like it's going to be a good weekend to visit the beach. Visit the beach with WSU Beach Watchers.If you want to know more about the creatures that are revealed at low tide, then head out to Washington Park's Sunset Beach on Saturday.

All-Class Reunion group seeks grassroots support

2008-0620_all_class_reunion.jpgBased on two years of experience, it seems Anacortes High School alumni are more inclined to take a “sentimental journey” later in life. In other words, gray hair is prominent among those in attendance at the AHS All-Class reunions.

Retail study: Risks in Hwy 20 retailing

A recent study of the city’s retail environment optimistically says the city may be able to support existing local businesses while increasing the diversity of retail options, as well as attract the types of investment the city wants.

Northwest Bestsellers

books3.gifThree Northwest authors are on this week's Northwest Bestsellers list. The Art of Racing in the Rain, by Garth Stein, is at the top of the list. David Guterson's The Other and Chuck Palahniuk's Snuff are also in the top ten. Shop local: find these books at Watermark Books in Anacortes or online at Anacortes-based northwest-books.com . Week ending June 15, 2008.