Dry summer named disaster by USDA
Snohomish County farms are eligible for federal financial assistance since the U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated six counties in the state as a primary natural disaster area due to losses caused by drought this year.
The 12 contiguous counties, including Snohomish County, are also eligible for assistance. Full Story
A new path in memory of Shirley Cleveland
A memorial to Shirley Cleveland, a new walking trail has been completed in the neighborhood of Utsalady Heights.
Located at the corner of Marshal Drive and Grennan Place on the north end of Camano Island, the new trail is a privately-funded gift to the community in memory of the long-time resident of Camano Island who passed away last Christmas. Full Story
Crews finish striping, prepare for bridge girders
In response to readers’
requests, the
NEWS will
run weekly updates on the
General Mark Clark Bridge
project on Camano Island
and the SR532 corridor
project in Stanwood.
Many weekend drivers found themselves sitting still on SR 532 last weekend. Full Story
Pearl Harbor survivors commemorate the Day of Infamy
St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church held its annual Pearl Harbor Day commemoration last Monday.
Six survivors were present, including Rose Biggertaff, the area’s oldest Pearl Harbor survivor at 93 years old.
Harold Schimer, 90 years old, served on cruiser U.S.S. Helena. Schimer proudly fits into his uniform of 68 years ago, although he says he weighs a bit less now. Full Story
Grants available for volunteer projects that benefit fish and wildlife
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is accepting grant applications from individuals and groups seeking financial support for volunteer projects that benefit fish and wildlife. The one-year grants will support project activity occurring between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011. Full Story
Clarifying Is. Co. budget concerns
As Island County cuts funding in the struggle to balance 2010 budget proposals, commuters are driving through construction zones and over brand new pavement. Some are acquainting themselves with new stops signs and intersections along their daily route. Full Story
Local man defrauded of $39,600 in wire transfer
Island County Sheriff’s
deputies on Camano Island
responded to the following
recently:
Full Story
Don’t park in disabled spaces
The busy holiday shopping season makes finding good parking spots near retailers tough, but don’t be tempted to illegally park in a spot reserved for a person with a disability—even if you only plan on being in a store for a minute.
It is essential for shoppers with disabilities to have access to spots reserved for them. Full Story
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