6+ day, 6+ hour ago   (316+ words) Published 1:30 am Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Barney Cohan standing by his beautifully restored 1967 VW Samba Microbus, which won “People’s Choice” and “Best European” awards. Nigel Starr receives “Best in Show Award” from Rotarian Steve Bowman for his stunning 1970 Datsun Coupe 1600 “Velma.” Submitted…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (191+ words) Published 1:30 am Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Adam Olsen speaking about the Cowichan Tribes v. Canada Supreme Court decision at Artspring on Salt Spring Island, June 21. A step forward, not the finish line The root of the problem — and the real, everyday crisis What…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (316+ words) Wildfire smoke and other disasters The Journal of the San Juan Islands Wildfire smoke and other disasters Published 1:30 am Wednesday, August 26, 2026 By Peggy Sue McRae Globally, it’s been an intense wildfire season in the northern hemisphere. Luckily for us, our…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (301+ words) Published 1:30 am Monday, August 24, 2026 By Heather Spaulding Editor Wren the Juggler has been a regular at the County Fair for years. Commissioner Tim Schneider with Jenn Rigg holding the Black-and-White ribbon. The 2026 County Fair did not disappoint; there were all…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (128+ words) Published 1:30 am Friday, August 21, 2026 • Changes to the Senior Services program, including decreased frequency of Meals on Wheels services and reduced public clinic services, including vaccinations. • Eliminating key management positions in the Facilities and Environmental Stewardship Departments while maintaining all existing…...