That this Anacortes photojournalist is fondly remembered is no question, as evidenced by a Facebook post that drew more than five dozen written responses. This is a photo I took of Paul “Scoop” Mahoney, who worked for the Anacortes American. Before he died in 1996 he had served this community not only as a journalist, but as a photographer “on the side,” shooting people and events ranging from weddings and high school graduations to pee wee sports teams. Facebook comments included: “a nice man;” “a great one in the Anacortes community;” “well loved;” “my first editor;” “a great friend.” He also transitioned from one field of public service to another, serving as Skagit County Assessor for three terms from 1982-94. He is missed.