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Forum to hone in on Whidbey’s mental health issues
A forum on South Whidbey will tackle the complex issues surrounding mental health and its treatment next week.
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‘Heroes’ honored for improving Island County community health
Around 125 people gathered Tuesday night to celebrate some of Whidbey Island’s most civic-minded citizens as the 2015…
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Whidbey General’s new CEO hits ground running
Whidbey General Hospital’s new CEO Geri Forbes demonstrated a new brand of leadership this past weekend when she…
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Whidbey General Hospital withheld information, nurses say
A complaint filed by the state nurses’ association last month includes a claim that Whidbey General Hospital withheld…
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South End family offers hospital $50,000 in matching funds
In keeping with their father’s vision, the Waterman sisters have offered $50,000 in matching funds to the Whidbey…
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Freeland continues fight for growth in Comp Plan | CORRECTED
Island County is tackling the complex subject of transitioning a rural commercial district into a city — namely…
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Whidbey man survives Nepal earthquake
A Whidbey vintner got more than he bargained for when he survived the recent earthquake in Nepal during…
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Island County to be awarded rental vouchers for homeless veterans
Island County will be awarded more than a dozen rental vouchers to help homeless veterans find permanent homes.
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Nurses file complaint with state commission
A state nursing association has filed an Unfair Labor Practice complaint against Whidbey General Hospital for disciplining or…
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Island County leaders press state for marijuana tax dollars
Island County leaders are banding together to pressure state leaders for their fair share of marijuana sale tax.
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Whidbey General staff rallies around embattled nurse
Nearly 200 Whidbey General Hospital staff are reportedly wearing purple wrist bands inscribed with the letters “LG” in…
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Island County commissioners try to avoid split with Skagit County
Island County leaders are trying to dissuade Skagit County from dumping them from a regional transportation planning board.
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Winery debate ferments into complaint
A new community group is trying to combat proposed regulations that would allow large events at wineries, functions…