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Police Blotter, September 2 - 8, 2022

Anacortes Police Sep. 12 2022 5 minutes read
A 73-year-old Anacortes man reported that he had been scammed out of about $2,450. 

While Inflation Takes a Toll on Senior Citizens, Billions of Dollars in Benefits Go Unused

Art Shotwell Sep. 12 2022 8 minutes read
With prices of necessities rising dramatically, many older Americans are having trouble making ends meet. They often don’t know that help is available from a variety of programs, and some sources of financial assistance are underused.

Preventing litter is “Simple As That,” says new campaign in Washington

Art Shotwell Sep. 12 2022 4 minutes read
Statewide effort encourages people to use a litter bag and talk to their family and friends about littering.

Police Ask for Help in Missing Person Case

Anacortes Police Sep. 11 2022 2 minutes read
Almost two years ago, Anacortes resident Laynee Westbrook was first reported missing. That call came in the form of a welfare check request from her mother, and the case file related to her disappearance has only grown since that September night.

School Planning Landscape Improvements at the High School

Art Shotwell Sep. 11 2022 2 minutes read
The school district is developing a plan to improve landscaping around Anacortes High School, following some recent changes in how the grounds are managed. 

Building something better: How community organizing helps people thrive in challenging times

Art Shotwell Sep. 8 2022 6 minutes read
Organizers across the US are finding innovative grassroots strategies for helping people thrive. Many of these ventures emphasize working together as part of communities and collective systems.

‘It’s Becoming Too Expensive to Live’: Anxious Older Adults Try to Cope With Limited Budgets

Art Shotwell Sep. 8 2022 9 minutes read
Three women explain how life’s surprises can catapult their efforts to carefully manage limited budgets and lead to financial distress.

Police Blotter, August 26 - September 1, 2022

Anacortes Police Sep. 5 2022 5 minutes read
Police arrested a driver suspected in a hit-and-run crash near Highway 20 and Reservation Rd.

Don't miss Art Walk in Anacortes

Art Shotwell Sep. 1 2022 3 minutes read
Art galleries in the downtown area are open from 6-8 pm this Friday. Here's a list.

Will omicron-specific booster shots be more effective at combating COVID-19? 5 questions answered

Art Shotwell Sep. 1 2022 7 minutes read
The FDA’s authorization of the reformulated COVID-19 booster shots represents a major step in the effort to get more Americans boosted.

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