Ferry Riders Could Be In For A Big Wait This Holiday Weekend

Anacortes News Briefs | July 1

EarthTalk: Insulating paints

Dear EarthTalk: Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? -- B.D.
Paint additives that claim insulating...

Associated Press Photographs Funding for the environmental cleanup of the Puget Sound in northwester

Anacortes 4th of July Fireworks, parades and more - Fourth of July 2009

Fireworks have been a traditional part of the 4th of July celebration ever since 1777 (more 4th of July facts). Start here to find the best Anacortes, Washington 4th of July...

An Invitation to our Anacortes Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Anacortes, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

Mayors Across America - The Book - Features Anacortes, WA

 PRESS RELEASE
Mayors Across America
A 3,600 Mile Bicycle Journey Documenting the American Mayor
Newport Beach, CA – April 14, 2009 – The first...

Refinance Your Mortgage Locally, as Mortgage Rates Drop to 5% Level

­­With recent Fed action, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages have fallen across the country to 5% and, for the best credits, even lower.
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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Anacortes area

What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Washington’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

Weekend Activities in and around Anacortes

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Anacortes organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Anacortes is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works:...

Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Anacortes area

They're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due...

Giving To Anacortes Non-Profits: It Does Good…And It Feels Good

“There is no greater joy in life than giving to worthy
causes.” – Ted Turner, announcing his decision to give $1 billion to the United Nations (1997)
No doubt...

Make a difference in Anacortes! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Anacortes area and around the...

The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!

­­­In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetoo­t­hs, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more impo­rtan­t to our sanity.Slowing...

Browse This Week's Classified Ads For Anacortes

They're short, potent and can help you move everything from a used treadmill to a 6 bedroom house. Check out our terrific resources for classified ads in and around Anacortes,...

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