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Northwest Bestsellers

Jun. 18 2008 2 minutes read

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.

Lawsuit could threaten city water rights

Jun. 17 2008 2 minutes read

City Attorney Ian Munce says a new lawsuit by the Swinomish Tribe could threaten the city’s right to Skagit River water. 

Guemes evening ferry runs extended

Jun. 17 2008 2 minutes read
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The two year Guemes evening ferry trial, which was due to expire this month, has been extended to the end of the year by the County Commissioners.

Move launched for larger Community Center

Jun. 15 2008 2 minutes read

Anacortes resident Bev Martin has organized a survey to assess the need and desire for a Community Center which would have a larger meeting space than is currently available in Anacortes. 

The Police Blotter

Jun. 15 2008 11 minutes read

A weekly roundup prepared by the Anacortes Police Department.

Dogs (and owners) gather at Storvik Park

Jun. 14 2008 1 minute read

Bark in the Park

Dozens of dogs took their owners to Storvik Park today for the fourth annual Bark in the Park. These dogs and their owner competed in the Best Costume contest.

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Upcoming Events

4 Nov
Whistle Lake Jazz Quartet
Date Wed., November 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
7 Nov
Joe Whitney and Streetlive Family
Sat., November 7, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

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