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Reciprocal library project proposed

Art Shotwell Jun. 22 2009 2 minutes read

Anacortes Library patrons could check out books and materials from libraries in Burlington and La Conner, if the City Council approves a pilot project worked out by the three libraries.

Border Songs by Jim Lynch

Jun. 20 2009 2 minutes read

border_songs-med.jpgOlympia author Jim Lynch, who had a great success with his first novel, The Highest Tide, has another interesting novel in Border Songs. The setting is the Canadian-US border in Whatcom County.

The Police Blotter, June 20, 2009

Jun. 20 2009 14 minutes read

The owner of a boat moored at Cap Sante Marina discovered a naked man and woman when he went to check on his boat. The couple fled, but...

Reduced ferry capacity in the San Juans begins Saturday

Jun. 18 2009 1 minute read
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The 34-auto Hiyu will operate on the San Juan inter-island route for approximately one week beginning Saturday, June 20 while maintenance on the 144-car Kaleetan is completed.

Police to offer treatment for domestic violence offenders

Art Shotwell Jun. 18 2009 2 minutes read

Using federal stimulus, the Police Department is launching a treatment program for domestic violence offenders.

Ferry work at DCI

Jun. 17 2009 1 minute read
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Fitting a new propeller to the huge shaft of the ferry Kaleetan is a most particular job.

City plans to reconstruct part of 6th St.

Art Shotwell Jun. 16 2009 2 minutes read
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Sixth St., near the Guemes ferry landing, is pock-marked and bumpy. But, plans have been started to redesign and reconstruct at least 2 or 3 blocks of it near the ferry landing.

Shoreline Program to move ahead

Art Shotwell Jun. 16 2009 2 minutes read

After months of delay, an update of the city’s Shoreline Master Program, which helps govern development on our waterfront, is moving ahead with the City Council approval of a contract to complete the update.

The Police Blotter, June 13, 2009

Jun. 13 2009 12 minutes read

anacortes_police_logo.pngA family of raccoons was reported to be on top of a sign at a bar in the downtown area last Tuesday. The officer told the complainant that the raccoons would come down when they were ready.

Great weekend for sailboat races

Art Shotwell Jun. 13 2009 1 minute read
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Dozens of sailboats dot Fidalgo Bay Saturday during the 2-day Windermere Regatta, an annual event hosted by the Anacortes Yacht Club. The Windermere Regatta is a series of races each June.

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