News - Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber

Islanders to run for seats on public boards

Several islanders threw their hats into the political ring last week, filing with King County Elections to run for various elected posts on Vashon

An author shares the tale of a mighty river

Islanders can celebrate a monumental environmental victory that is also, quite literally, a fish story, at a reading tonight.

Following another tragic death, a community event will focus on healing

Vashon leaders, stunned by the recent death of a 2010 Vashon High School graduate, the fourth such tragedy in recent months, have organized an event they say they hope will help the community heal.

An oil spill cleanup could harm our waters

Last October, the Washington Department of Ecology conducted an oil spill drill on the west side of Blake Island, just north of Vashon.

Vashon pool set to open for season

The Vashon Pool is set to open this Saturday and will offer a free swim in the afternoon.

Caretakers at two parks face difficult choice

Following a decision by the Vashon Park District’s board of commissioners, two parks employees must choose between keeping their jobs and remaining in their homes.

With cuts at risk, schools foundation extends deadline

The Vashon Schools Foundation has extended its fundraising deadline, hoping to raise at least $100,000 more in order to stave off painful cuts at the school district.

Recent incidents prompt safety concerns for island children

In the past week, two incidents involving island children have gotten considerable attention on Facebook and an online community bulletin board; in both instances, family members close to the situations have said they believe there was an intent to harm or abduct a child.

Park district files for fields water right

With the Northwest’s dry season approaching, the Vashon Park District has applied for a permit for a water right at the Vashon Fields Project, and a public comment period on that permit request is set to begin soon.

Bank of America branch to close in September

Bank of America’s Vashon branch will close this fall after serving the island for 35 years, the company recently announced.