In the News

August 14, 2023

State ferry travel will co$t more

On August 10 the Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) approved increases to ferry fares beginning October 1, 2023. According to the WSTC, the changes in fares were made “to ensure the state meets revenue requirements set forth in the 2023-25 state Transportation Budget passed by the Legislature and enacted by the governor (Jay Inslee) this […]

August 12, 2023

Racing ’round tugs

Wednesday night sailboat racers make their way around Foss tugs in Fidalgo Bay.

August 11, 2023

Midway vantage point

A hiker takes in the view from a path halfway up to the top of Rosario Head. Walking stick and backpack serve as evidence of experience.

August 8, 2023

Firefighters in community

Members of the Anacortes Fire Department take many opportunities during the course of the year to spend time in the community … from public school visits to parades and civic club events. It was a special night on Tuesday, August 1 when the AFD joined many other first response units from the area to mix […]

August 2, 2023

‘Night Out’ crowd gathers at Storvik

Community emergency services, civic organizations and others were well represented at the annual National Night Out event at Storvik Park Tuesday. The event was a hit for adults and children alike, but giveaways ranging from plactic fire helmets to coloring books and stickers were geared toward the younger set. City, county, state and federal agencies […]

August 1, 2023

Sulfur moves across Port dock

The past few days at Port of Anacortes Pier 2 featured local companies and longshoremen loading about 20,000 metric tons of sulfur. The vessel is named BBG Confidence.

July 31, 2023

Jet boat plies Deception Pass waters

It is said one can’t fully appreciate the beauty of the Northwest until he or she has taken an excursion on the water or in the air. Deception Pass Tours is eager to help with the “on water” adventure option. The company website states in part: “Take a unique ride on a seated open deck […]

July 29, 2023

Returning from whale watching cruise

Island Adventures IE5 catamaran slides into Cap Sante Marina Friday evening after the last whale watching cruise of the day. Crowd in the foreground was gathered for Port of Anacortes Summer Concert at Seafarers’ Memorial Park. See island-adventures.com for details about whale watching excursions.

July 28, 2023

It’s gotta happen…

How can you visit Deception Pass without recording the moment with camera or cellphone? Thursday afternoon, North Beach.

July 24, 2023

Samish Tribe hosts Canoe Journey participants

Monday marked a visit by teams participating in the regional Canoe Journey made up of dozens of canoes from tribes in the region. This canoe from the Snohomish Tribe approaches a Fidalgo Island beach to a greeting by members of the host Samish Tribe. Another stop will be hosted by the Swinomish Tribe, also Skagit […]

July 22, 2023

‘Playing’ band mate’s guitar

The Davanos of Seattle have some fun Friday night during a performance at Seafarers’ Memorial Park in Anacortes. See Facebook page for more photos.

July 20, 2023

Groovin’ with Cascadia Groove

Local band Cascadia Groove provided the entertainment Wednesday, July 19 at the Port of Anacortes Summer Concert event at Seafarers’ Memorial Park. Serving as a backdrop to the free outdoor performance were Mt. Baker and local sailboats out for a weekly race.

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