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The message Democratic voters delivered in Washington’s primary

Washington State Standard Aug. 12 2025 8 minutes read

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Results in high-profile legislative races signal distaste for President Trump and no souring on their party’s policies in Olympia.

The Sweet Invader

Jack Hartt Aug. 7 2025 5 minutes read

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It’s a love/hate relationship. Himalayan blackberries are as much a part of the view as the Salish Sea — the twisting brambles are ubiquitous, both loved and loathed.

Get ready to pay more for a Washington state ferry ride

Washington State Standard Aug. 6 2025 5 minutes read

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Fares will rise this fall. And next year there will be a new fee if you pay with a credit card.

State issues million-dollar penalties to both Anacortes refineries for dangerous waste violations

Anacortes Now Aug. 5 2025 3 minutes read

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The state Department of Ecology today fined both Anacortes refineries, HF Sinclair and Tesoro, more than one million dollars each for violating dangerous waste laws.

Police Blotter, July 25 - 31, 2025

Anacortes Police Aug. 5 2025 4 minutes read

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This week, Anacortes Police responded to a fire call at a Commercial Ave. building, a fatal traffic crash, and removed a mother cat and kittens from an apartment dweller who wasn’t allowed cats in her apartment.

Suncatchers

Maribeth Crandell Aug. 2 2025 4 minutes read

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Cool and crisp, dark and shady, I entered the forest steering toward the edge of the gravel where the grass would soften my step.

At Washington Health Care Authority, workers are warned of layoffs

Washington State Standard Aug. 2 2025 4 minutes read

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There are no details on how many jobs will be affected. The agency leader told employees this week that reductions “will be necessary” to close a budget gap.

Visit Artwalk on Friday Evening after Arts Festival

Anacortes Now Jul. 31 2025 3 minutes read

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The Anacortes Arts Festival will mostly close down around 6pm Friday (except for live music), but First Friday Artwalk takes over from 6-8pm. We've got the list of where to look..

Washington’s food banks are on the brink

Washington State Standard Jul. 31 2025 7 minutes read

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Some have already pulled back on what they’re offering, as federal cuts and heightened demand drive deep worries about what comes next.

This Weekend: Anacortes Arts Festival

Anacortes Now Jul. 29 2025 2 minutes read

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The Anacortes Arts Festival returns August 1–3, turning historic downtown into a vibrant celebration of creativity! With over 220 booth artisans, a juried fine art exhibition, live music on two stages, interactive demos, hands-on activities, and mouthwatering cuisine, this is one summer tradition you won’t want to miss.

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Upcoming Events

23 Oct
Haunted Library
Date Fri., October 23, 2026 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
24 Oct
Haunted Library
Sat., October 24, 2026 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
24 Oct
Joel Astley Band
Sat., October 24, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
26 Oct
Library Book Club  
Mon., October 26, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
28 Oct
The Lucky Dogs
Wed., October 28, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
31 Oct
Billy Appleton Band
Sat., October 31, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
4 Nov
Whistle Lake Jazz Quartet
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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