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Cybersecurity researchers spotlight a new ransomware threat – be careful where you upload files

The Conversation Apr. 27 2024 5 minutes read

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Modern web browsers are increasingly becoming like virtual computers, able to send email and play music and videos. The downside is it’s a new way for hackers to get into your computer.

Hikes: Earth Day at Smiley's Bottom

Jack Hartt Apr. 25 2024 5 minutes read

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Once upon a time, there was a wetland surrounded by forests and beaches. The ponds hosted a diverse habitat of plants and wildlife that called it home for thousands of years. Tribal members lived on the beaches nearby.

In Washington education chief race, upstart candidate raises twice as much as incumbent

Washington State Standard Apr. 25 2024 4 minutes read

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Newcomer Reid Saaris (left) has raised $211,000 already — but current superintendent Chris Reykdal (right) says there’s still a long way to go.

Police Blotter, April 12 - 18, 2024

Anacortes Police Apr. 22 2024 3 minutes read

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Anacortes Police worked a number of cases this week, including one attempted bank fraud.

WA charter school performance on par with other public schools, state report says

Washington State Standard Apr. 22 2024 4 minutes read

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Washington’s charter school students are scoring similar or better than their traditional public school peers, according to a new report released by the State Board of Education. 

Anacortes Earth Day this Saturday

Anacortes Now Apr. 19 2024 1 minute read

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Celebrate Earth Day downtown Anacortes with a street fair, Procession of the Species Parade and Luminary Parade.

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Upcoming Events

7 Nov
Author Event: D.W. Ulsterman 
Date Sat., November 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
7 Nov
Joe Whitney and Streetlive Family
Sat., November 7, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
8 Nov
 Christian Casolary's Resonance Quartet 
Sun., November 8, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
8 Nov
All Ages Jazz Jam  
Sun., November 8, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
16 Nov
Writing Circle  
Mon., November 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
17 Nov
Salish Sea Salmon Night 
Tue., November 17, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
18 Nov
The Gift of Gabe
Wed., November 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
19 Nov
Jazz Lecture Series
Thu., November 19, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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