Emergency Responders were dispatched to a $4.5 million 85-foot fiberglass yacht fire at Roche Harbor Marina on San Juan Island Wednesday at 10:14 a.m. “The biggest challenge was that firefighters could not get to the seat of the fire,” said Fire Chief Steve Marler with San Juan Island Fire Rescue. Firefighters went onboard the boat  Continue Reading

It’s coming soon!  The Friends of the Library’s summer book sale will be held on Friday July 19 and 20  at Friday Harbor High School’s Turnbull Gym. The sale starts Friday July 19 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Friday’s opening is limited to current members of the Friends of the Library. Not a member yet? Memberships can  Continue Reading

Governor Jay Inslee today announced the award of $86 million in state and federal grants that will build parks and boating facilities, maintain backcountry trails and off-road vehicle access, improve the safety of archery and firearm ranges, conserve farmland and protect wildlife habitat. The grants, which are awarded through the Washington State Recreation and Conservation  Continue Reading

Just got this note from Travis Ayers, president of San Juan Soccer : Hi Tim; Can you post this info please?  It is a great opportunity to help the soccer community, stay in shape, and get PAID! San Juan Soccer is willing to foot the cost for this soccer ref clinic.  It is also possible  Continue Reading

It’s time once again for Music on the Lawn, Island Rec’s Annual Free Summer Concert Series and this will be the 13th year of this fun family-friendly event. Tonight – Wednesday, July 10 from 6:30 -8:15pm, at the San Juan Island Historical Museum, 405 Price Street, it’s Commonly Courteous – a high-energy, rhythm rock, soul, funk trio led  Continue Reading

Summer programs are underway but don’t miss out, there is still time to register for Skyhawks Sports Camps. Skyhawks is designed for kids to explore movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. This year Skyhawks and Island Rec are offering Cheerleading, Tennis, Mini-Hawks and Basketball! Camp dates are July 29-August 2, $119  Continue Reading

Foxhall Neighborhood multi-household sale, Saturday July 13 from 8 am until 12 noon. Lawn mower, boat fenders, sewing machine, books, toys, children’s and adults’ clothing, household goods, miscellaneous. Be sure to drive all the way around the loop to check out all the sales. Lots of great finds in Foxhall!

Meet Ruby! She’s a six-year old Beagle with a wonderful personality and so much love to give! She gets along very well with other dogs and cats and would make a great companion and family member. We think she’d be happiest in a fairly quiet, adult home as she lived with older folks for the  Continue Reading

Two island musicians and two different styles of music shine during San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music Summer Concert Series on Thursday, July 11. Guitarist and singer/songwriter Jan Zurcher and Irish music specialist Dan Paulson will each perform during the concert inside the intimate Gubelman Theatre. Zurcher—who has written musicals for SJCT’s Playwrights Festival—will share  Continue Reading

Friday Harbor Film Festival now has a downtown location located at 10 First Street ironically in the old King’s video store, thanks to one of our sponsors King’s Market. The Film Festival was even able to recycle the original King’s Video sign. The Film Festival office will try to be open most days 12 noon  Continue Reading