Skagit County commissioners voted 2-1 to continue to the weekday evening service on the Guemes Island ferry. However, there will be some modifications to the schedule. During the trial period for the weekday evening runs that began in July 2006, the last ferry time was 10 p.m. It will be 8:30 b
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12/17/2008
The Enchantress was a tugboat that was abandoned several years ago in Anacortes. After much debate it was decided that it would be removed, and it turned out to be quite a process. Global Diving & Salvage removed the engine block from the water last week. Part of the keel was attached to it an
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12/17/2008
New Anacortes, WA Website Launched (edit/delete) We would also like to invite you to visit the new website we have launched to be able to give you updates on the real estate market in a more timely fashion. Our print newsletter has been very popular, but the data is usually 10 days olds by the t
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12/16/2008
The power outage on Orcas Island has disrupted ferry service. The biggest issue is that it is taking longer to load and unload. Also the high winds are slowing the boat travel a bit so just plan on a wait. But sitting at the terminal watching this beautiful winter storm is fun in itself! Sto
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12/14/2008
We are having a winter storm with worse weather to come. The high winds have caused a power outage on Orcas Island so it has caused some interruptions in the ferry schedule. You can expect power outages throughout the islands for the next couple of days if these high winds continue. Stock up on
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12/13/2008
Washington Park is on the west end of Fidalgo Island. The 220-acre city park features camping, a boat launch, and day use picnic sites. A scenic 2.2-mile loop road winds through the park's forested hills and meadows with views of the San Juan Islands and Olympic Mountains. The Seattle Times just
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12/11/2008
Fabulous waterfront home on acreage! A very special property to enjoy island living with waterfront amenities. Located on Lake Erie with your own private dock! Potential to build a second home! Only 3 years old! Custom hand forged hardware! Call for your private showing!!! $1,150,000 Jean G
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12/08/2008
WATERFRONT HOME IN LA CONNER, WA Remarks Enjoy a spectacular view from this quality WATERFRONT home situated to see the marina, grand canal of Shelter Bay & the mountains. Recently remodeled with a chef's kitchen, custom Thomasville cabinetry with cherry inlays, designer hardware & lighti
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12/08/2008
Anacortes Home Buyers: When looking at all the Anacortes Homes for Sale, Make Sure You Look At This One! $354,900 4 bedrooms/ 2.5 baths BUILT IN 1999 Spoil yourself w/luxury upgrades in this well maintained home in this popular neighborhood close to Anacortes or NAS. 4 bedrooms + den/office w
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12/08/2008
Does Landscaping Add Value? Landscaping will make your home easier to sell, but how much value it actually adds to your Anacortes home varies. What is important to realize is that prospective buyers see your home on line and then often drive by. That means that the front always has t
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12/08/2008
