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PUD proposal may come back in 2010
Supporters of a Whidbey Island-based electric company will try to get a proposal for forming a public utility…
Opinion
MONKEY THINK, MONKEY WRITE | Saving money means making due with less
The banking industry needed a bailout. The Big Three automakers look like they’ll be next in line for…
News
Recount gives win to Homola in Island County
Democrat Angie Homola has been named the winner after a week-long hand recount in the race for Island…
News
Larsen says U.S. force needs to be strengthened in Afghanistan
More American troops are needed in Afghanistan, but the surge strategy used in Iraq won’t work in Afghanistan,…
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City extends moratorium for six months, mayor says anti-growth label ‘puzzling’
Langley has lifted its development moratorium in two neighborhoods in town, but has extended the ban against new…
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Langley City Council unanimously approves smaller budget for 2009
The Langley City Council unanimously approved a $3.8 million budget for 2009 at its meeting Monday night, and…
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Langley council approves new regulations for fairgrounds
The city council has approved new restrictions on the use of the county fairgrounds in Langley, a key…
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Council to adopt budget next week
Langley won’t have as much to spend in 2009, but city employees will see modest pay increases next…
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State audit says Langley employee used city credit card for personal use
Lax oversight in Langley City Hall allowed a city employee to misuse credit cards, according to a state…
News
UPDATE | State to build Island Home ferries, senator says
State Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen said state officials have agreed to build a new ferry for the Keystone-Port…
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Treasurer says county investments are safe
Forget about Wall Street’s roller coaster ride. Island County’s investments are safe, Island County Treasurer Linda Riffe said.