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Amending property agreement could create ‘legal risks’ for town
Town officials spent months devising an amendment to increase the land’s limited capacity for housing
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Forgotten county lots eyed by realtor
Should high-density housing be developed on more than 20 combined acres of land in North Whidbey?
Crosswind
Jet noise study examines regional complaints
A recent study found that military service can affect one’s perception of EA-18G Growler jet noise.
Life
OHFD wields more firefighting power
The Oak Harbor Fire Department is ramping up its service to the community.
Life
City-raised salmon to be released soon
Tens of thousands of Whidbey’s Coho salmon are nearly ready to be released into the wild next month.
Life
Vintage Whidbey: Market offers second-hand glamour
A vintage market featuring one-of-a-kind antiques and oodles of treasures is coming to Coupeville.
Life
Rec center public forums scheduled
The City of Oak Harbor seeks public feedback for the feasibility of building a recreation center.
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City seeks feedback on rec center feasibility study
Garnering public feedback on a rec center feasibility study is an Oak Harbor Council top priority.
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NJROTC program debuts at national competition
Oak Harbor High School’s NJROTC program is ranked 19th in the nation.
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City of Oak Harbor parts way with two department heads
Brian Smith is no longer director of Parks and Recreation; Emma House is no longer HR director.
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Protest draws crowds across Whidbey
National “No Kings” protests found substantial support on Whidbey this weekend.
News
World Cup ‘spillover tourism’ could benefit Whidbey
The tournament is expected to bring 750,000 visitors to the region, and generate $929 million.
Life
Oak Harbor launches drone classes
Students learn to repair, pilot and program drones by taking Oak Harbor High School’s drone classes.