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Jessica Dunn and Debbie Wilkie pose for a picture with three turtles at Critters & Co. Pet Center in Clinton. The turtles are similar to the three tortoises that were stolen from the pet shop late last month.

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Turtle heist was a shell of a crime

As tortoise heists go, it was nearly perfect. They came in as a pair just before closing. One…

Orcas struggle for their freedom during the famous 1970 round up in Penn Cove. Whidbey’s Orca Network is suggesting one of two new 144-car ferries being built by the state be named after the event’s last remaining survivor

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Whidbey group proposes a whale of a name for ferry

Efforts to release Penn Cove’s most famous orca from captivity has resorted to name calling. Orca Network, a…

Clinton resident Don Hoffler casts for coho at Bush Point on South Whidbey Monday. Fishing season is now in full swing and the experts are reporting a good year.

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Whidbey Island is hooked on fishing

Sometimes, even a polished cast and your best rod just aren’t enough to bring home the fish.

Mike Gallion practices with his High Standard .22-caliber pistol in his private range behind his Freeland home. Gallion has bad vision but is an accomplished steel challenge competition shooter.

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Freeland man champions ‘steel challenge’ competition

At his private range behind his Freeland home, Mike Gallion stares down the specialized barrel of his High…

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School board drafts action plan

The South Whidbey School Board gave its annual fall retreat a new name and came away with a…

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School board drafts action plan

The South Whidbey School Board gave its annual fall retreat a new name and came away with a…

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Langley residents may be asked for levy lid lift, officials say

The Village by the Sea needs a little spiffing up and the time may be fast approaching to…

Island County Prosecutor Greg Banks questions Bozo the Clown

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Island County Prosecutor isn’t just clowning about budget

If you you’re looking for tips on how to make a lasting impression while giving a budget presentation,…

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Clinton boosters hope signs will slow traffic

Safety concerns and hopes of economic development may lead to few new speed limit signs in Clinton.

Langley resident Jonas Anderson

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Skaters may get trial run in Langley

A bid to lift a city-wide ban of skateboarding in Langley and allow the activity in residential areas…

Dr. Annastasia Kovscek poses for a picture in front her soon to be family practice in Langley Village. A lot of work still needs to be done

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Doctor diagnoses Langley as the place to practice

It’s taken almost two years, but the days of having no medical care available in Langley are nearly…

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Langley City Council takes a bite out of dog danger

A dog bite in Langley earlier this month has spurred the City Council to clamp down on dangerous…

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Elected officials decline invitation to round table

The Island County Commissioners’ hopes for a recorded round table budget discussion with all department heads was derailed…