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May 17, 2013
It’s exciting to see crowds swarm at Cap Sante Marina in downtown Anacortes as the annual PassageMaker magazine “Trawler Fest” has located here once again. Those marina crowds inevitably spill into the surrounding retail neighborhood, providing a much needed boost … Continue reading →
May 11, 2013
Island Hospital celebrated its 50th birthday Saturday, inviting the community inside The Big Tent to enjoy party treats ranging from health screenings to food, drink and prizes. Happy birthday to a great public hospital … and to all who contribute … Continue reading →
May 6, 2013
It was a great day to kick off the Boating Season! On Saturday, May 4, dozens gathered at Cap Sante Marina for an opening day event hosted by the Port of Anacortes. Guests included Town Crier Richard Riddell and cannoneers … Continue reading →
April 14, 2013
I don’t remember particulars, but I was pleased to find this stash of photos from a July 1990 experience at Deception Pass. My notes say “Borea” in reference to the Viking boat replica this crew took through the pass. They … Continue reading →
April 2, 2013
April 1 was a dramatic day in the life of Martin Taylor (pictured), son of the late Don Taylor of Guemes Island. On that day Martin and a team of volunteers including family friend David Jackson moved the beautiful wooden boat … Continue reading →
March 31, 2013
I spent the day on the water again today, and although I failed to catch a fish (Anacortes Salmon Derby) I did get some nice wildlife photos. I believe I photographed a Golden Eagle. Can anyone confirm? Ran into some … Continue reading →
March 21, 2013
Thursday night’s Waterfront Festival poster unveiling seemed like the unofficial kickoff of the upcoming mayor campaign, with all four announced candidates (so far) in attendance. Incumbent Mayor Dean Maxwell was there, visiting with old friends including Tesoro Refinery Manager Dan Cameron … Continue reading →
March 6, 2013
AHS yearbook photographer Mallory Estenson, a junior, graciously shared photographs she took at last weekend’s 2A boys basketball tournament in Yakima. Undisputed highlight of the three-day event was Friday night, when Anacortes defeated defending state champion Lynden. The Hawks ultimately came … Continue reading →
March 2, 2013
Port of Anacortes commissioners and staff hosted a third public plannning session Saturday at the Seafarers’ Memorial Park Building. Consultants will put together ideas garnered from citizens and Port staff, then put them together in preparation for a joint meeting … Continue reading →
February 24, 2013
Faces in the crowd at last week’s annual EDASC Economic Forecast dinner included many Anacortes business people and a handful of local elected officials.
February 12, 2013
Sunday sun drew lots of people to Deception Pass State Park on North Whidbey Island. The “sleeping giant” awakens each spring…
February 4, 2013
It’s been too long since we ventured to “Upriver” Skagit County, so we remedied that situation last Friday with a Highway 20 adventure that included a stop at Rasar State Park. Great river access trails and colorful forests. Also a … Continue reading →
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