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New Orca calf

Aug. 13 2008 1 minute read
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The Center for Whale Research says it has discovered a new calf in L pod west of San Juan island. The new calf, designated L111, is the 6th calf of the mother, nicknamed Marina and designated L47. The new calf was first sighted on Tuesday.

Highway 20 improvements ignore pedestrians

Aug. 13 2008 2 minutes read
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Recent improvements along Highway 20 near March Point have entirely eliminated pedestrians and bicyclists from the transportation picture, something one critic calls “absolutely dangerous” and “ridiculous.” 

Ecology: refinery oil spill readiness lacking

Aug. 12 2008 3 minutes read
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The state Department of Ecology has ordered the Shell Puget Sound Refinery on March Point to take immediate action to demonstrate the company is fully prepared to respond to an oil spill at its facility.

Old Town ordinance wins public support

Aug. 11 2008 2 minutes read
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Proposed zoning controls for Old Town won the support of everyone that testified at the City Council public hearing Monday night.

Ace of Hearts Park moves ahead

Aug. 10 2008 2 minutes read
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Heavy equipment and workers have begun ground work at Ace of Hearts Park Rotary Park on H Ave. between 32nd and 41st streets.

The Police Blotter

Aug. 10 2008 10 minutes read

A weekly roundup prepared by the Anacortes Police Department.

Elwha remains out of service

Aug. 9 2008 1 minute read

The 144-car Elwha will remain out of service for at least another week for repairs.

AHS fields getting spruced up

Aug. 9 2008 2 minutes read
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The parent of an Anacortes High School student has launched an ambitious effort to spruce up the two athletic fields at the school.

School budget makes tough choices

Aug. 8 2008 2 minutes read

The School Board Thursday night got a first look at the tough choices ahead to keep the school district budget in balance.

Blues tonight at Cap Sante Marina

Aug. 8 2008 1 minute read

2008-0808_alice_stuart-sq.jpgTonight's show at Cap Sante Marina features a Seattle woman who blazed the trail for women in Rock and Roll and now plays the Blues with her band, The Formerlys.

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