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The Landed Gentry property that will become the 10 home Maple Field subdivision is an empty grassy field today, but that will soon change. By the end of August site and utility construction will begin and by the end of October it will look like a...

Steve Edwards is known for his soft-spoken, consensus-building approach. But the Swinomish Tribal Senate chairman has taken a more strident stance in response to recent authorization by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for Cooke Aquacul...

Concerned letter writers are again sharing both frustrations and hopes for involvement and for influencing decision making in the La Conner community. Are residents adequately informed by government staff and elected officials? Are citizens brought...

Open letter to Mayor Hayes: On July 13 I pleaded for the restoration of Zoom to town meetings in part because of the WHO announcement (July 13th) about the danger of the delta variant. I said this to you, the council, and a crowd of 45 mostly...

Our town administration agreed with the Hedlin family on a restricted covenant on the Maple Avenue property it bought. The covenant states a 24,000 square foot park in perpetuity. When does “in perpetuity” begin? Wouldn’t a rational person...

Last week’s paper closed the chapter and maybe the book on the Maple Avenue ballfield controversy. It is now in the past. Or is it? (“The past isn’t dead. It isn’t even past.” William Faulkner.) The Town’s decision has permanent effects...

Skagit Valley artist, instructor and hostess of the Barn Show, Lavone Newell Reim, passed away peacefully on July 29 at home, with her family at her side. Newell Reim lived most of her life in the Skagit Valley area. She taught art for more than two... Full story

Commenting on the death Aug. 10 of Lorraine Loomis, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Chairman Steve Edwards said, “It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of our beloved elder, Lorraine Loomis this morning. Lorraine was not only the... Full story

After a 16-month absence, the Senior Center at La Conner’s Maple Hall reopened in early July. Although indoor fitness programming is still not allowed, favorite and familiar activities are back on the schedule. Every Tuesday folks pursue a variety...

After sustaining heavy graduation losses from its NW2B football title team, La Conner High School will likely sport a youthful lineup this fall. It only made sense, then, that the school district would tap someone with past success developing young...

The Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. 2021 exhibit of small works: “Small Expressions,” debuted in July at the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum. “Small Expressions” is an annual juried exhibition showcasing contemporary...

Camp Korey has been named an official charity partner for the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon, celebrating its 50th running Nov. 7. Camp Korey will be among the more than 400 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the opportunity...

Wednesday, August 4 10:39 a.m.: Another IRS call – Caller reported receiving a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS and demanding personal information. She did not give out any of her info and reported the call to the...