Looking Back

January 8, 2025

Gull’s eye view: 2015

Ten years ago. For many of us here on Fidalgo Island, it’s the water!

December 31, 2024

Port of Anacortes cleanup: 2007

Recent history at the 99-year-old Port of Anacortes includes major environmental cleanup projects. One such project was “Focus Fidalgo, a Puget Sound Initiative.” This project involved in part the removal of soils contaminated by leaking fuel tanks. Demolished as part of the process was the building that housed Cap Sante Marine. Restored waterfront properties allowed […]

December 24, 2024

Celebration of Trees: 2007

Shiny red, and just the right size! It was no surprise that the little boy on the right was attracted to this “Fire and Rescue” display at the 2007 Island Hospital Celebration of Trees. The annual fund-raising event was held in partnership with the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce and the Port of Anacortes. Type “Christmas” […]

December 21, 2024

Celtic Christmas: 2011

A Celtic Christmas featuring Geoffrey Castle has become something of a tradition in Anacortes. This year Castle and friends performed at Brodniak Auditorium, but in the past most shows were held at the Port of Anacortes Transit Shed on the Guemes Channel. These photos were taken in 2011, when Castle’s guests included the Gothard Sisters.

December 4, 2024

Lady Washington: 2005

She has been a frequent visitor over the years. Tall ship replica “Lady Washington,” pictured here at Cap Sante Marina in July 2005.

December 3, 2024

Santa sings: Christmas 2002

Santa sings with children’s choir at Anacortes Christmas tree lighting, 2002.

December 2, 2024

T.J. Fantini: Christmas 2002

It was December 2002 when T.J. Fantini hit the stage for the annual Christmas tree lighting hosted by the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce. Fantini, an Anacortes High School alum, holds the distinction of having been part of the Disney “Mouseketeers.” He now serves the community on the City Council … and yes, he still finds […]

December 1, 2024

Toys for Tots: 2011

U.S. Marine Corps Reservists Rick and John collect Toys for Tots at the 2011 Geoffrey Castle Celtic Christmas show, Port of Anacortes Transit Shed.

November 21, 2024

Aerial Anacortes: 2012

I will always be grateful to my friend Spencer, who on several occasions took me flying for a bird’s eye view of beautiful Fidalgo Island. Pictured here in the foreground is Washington Park!

November 14, 2024

Thomson pays tribute to veterans

Now and then: Anacortes resident Scott Thomson, pictured in 2009 and again last week at Causland Memorial Park. Scott spent the early morning hours of Veterans Day 2009 composing the following tribute: I’m just a regular guy livin’ here in the Northwest Leadin’ a pretty regular life, trying to do my best I’m just a […]

November 7, 2024

Seahawk takeoff

Seahawk (osprey) takes flight from perch on Fidalgo Bay shoreline. June 2023

November 4, 2024

Jazz workshop: 2005

A jazz workshop at Anacortes High School in September 2005 featured pianist Jovino Santos Neto and other musicians from the Cornish College of the Arts. They performed at Brodniak Auditorium, with AHS students given an opportunity to sing/play as well.

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