Residents question slope stability after illegal cut
Will the bluff come down? Some residents of Mabana Shores on Camano Island have concerns about the stability of the slope adjacent to Hidden Shores Lane, despite the revegetation by the Mabana Shores Association after an illegal clear cut. Full Story
Camp Killoqua expansion continues
Just as the Northwest region's Camp Fire USA is wrapping up its Camp Fire Delivers Capital Campaign, the Murdoch Foundation has offered a $100,000 "top off" challenge. Full Story
Woman assaulted by so-called friends
Stanwood Police responded to the following calls last week: • On Sept. 20, a woman was assaulted by her boyfriend and another friend in the 27300 block of 83rd Avenue NW and an investigation continues. • On Sept. Full Story
Outdoor burning ban in SnoCo lifted
The burn ban for unincorporated areas of Snohomish County has been lifted. This means that individuals with a residential burn permit will be allowed to burn. This decision was made by the Snohomish County Fire Marshal's Office in conjunction with Skagit, Island and Whatcom counties as well as the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Full Story
North County Fire reports 1,367 calls
For the month of August North County Regional Fire Authority reported 202 calls, six structure fires, 20 fire responses, 23 motor vehicle accidents, 133 medical calls, 18 service calls, and two hazardous material responses. Year to date number of incidents for the North County Regional Fire Authority is 1,367 total calls so far in 2009. Full Story
Voter registration deadline approaching
Residents who have not registered to vote in Washington or need to update registration information, act soon. Monday, October 5 is the deadline to register online or via regular mail if you want to vote in the Nov. 3 statewide General Election. Full Story
Two chances to recognize your favorite heroes
The American Red Cross is looking for "real heroes" who performed life-saving CPR, pulled a person from a burning building, or rescued someone from a life-threatening situation to be recognized at its Dec. 3 annual Real Heroes Breakfast. Oct. 1 is the deadline for nominations. Full Story
KSER seeks nominees for community award
The Voice of the Community Award recognizes an individual who makes a positive difference by giving voice to important issues and concerns. Nominees must reside in Snohomish or Island counties and have made their contributions to the community within the past year. Full Story
Woman chased by man while walking to work in early morning
The Stanwood Police reported to the following calls last week: • A 22-year-old Stanwood woman reported Sept. 17 that she was chased by a male on foot while she walked to work in the early morning, in the Pioneer Highway/85th Drive NW area. This was the first known incident of this type reported in the area. Full Story
Ag report to spur regional farming
The community-developed Agriculture Sustainability Project (ASP) report is expected to be the driving force behind the expansion of the region's agricultural opportunities. Full Story
Saving Puget Sound
A coalition of more than 300 Puget Sound organizations, including cities and counties, environmental and stewardship groups, businesses and universities launched a ground breaking public education campaign to stop the daily flow of 140,000 pounds of toxic chemicals into Puget Sound last week. Full Story
Two boys caught breaking, entering
Island County Sheriff's deputies on Camano Island responded to the following recently: • An 8-year-old boy and 10-year-old boy were caught breaking into an unoccupied home on Lockwood Drive Sept. 20. The youth had also lit fires in the home, broken glass and used spray paint. Full Story
