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City considers 5-year plan for rate increases

Residents will see the big jump in the city’s stormwater utility rates starting in July.

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Langley may extend subdivision moratorium

The city of Langley will likely extend its moratorium against new subdivisions before the current one expires next…

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Sen. Murray announces bill to boost federal money for ferries

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray announced new legislation Wednesday that could mean an increase of more than $35 million…

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Lawmakers split on ferry reservations for South End

Two of three District 10 lawmakers say they are opposed to a reservation system for riders on the…

Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen talks at a town hall meeting in Coupeville Saturday. Haugen

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Sen. Haugen says state will build four new ferries

Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen said Washington state will build four new ferries to replace aging vessels in the…

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Island County budget gap now tops $2 million

Island County’s budget gap is now expected to top $2 million, double the amount that left county leaders…

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County leaders share good news, bad news on ongoing budget dilemma

The light at the end of the tunnel sure didn’t shine for long. Island County Treasurer Linda Riffe…

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Despite budget crisis, Island County elected officials to get raises this year

While some Island County workers wonder about job security, elected officials in Island County will see fatter paychecks…

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Island County looks at furloughs

Unpaid time off for workers may help solve $1 million budget crisis.

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Island County settles 911 case for $150,000

Island County's insurance pool has reached a $150,000 settlement with the woman who was allegedly held captive in…

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New budget shortfall in Island County means more staff cuts

Island County is facing a budget shortfall of roughly $1 million due to falling investment earnings, and more…

Dressed as Abe Lincoln

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More than a million gather to watch history being made

More than a million — some said two — gathered in the nation’s capitol this week to see…

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UPDATE | Tate quits as Island County planning director

Island County Planning Director Jeff Tate resigned Wednesday at a staff session for the Island County Board of…