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Coders create alternative apps for ferry service

Ferry riders have created websites and apps dedicated to navigating the routes of travel.

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Black bear presence confirmed on South Whidbey

A state official has changed his tune about a bear who scared a teenager on South Whidbey.

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South Whidbey blogger remembered by his family, friends, fans

Dan Pedersen, who battled Hodgkin’s lymphoma for several years, passed away the evening of July 30.

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Community hops into action to save injured bunny

A photo on social media of a rabbit with an arrow piercing its skin turned heads this week.

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Council urges mayor to recommend masking in downtown businesses

Langley is strongly encouraging businesses to require that their employees and customers mask up.

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Social media, berry-laden scat back bear sightings

Department of Wildlife official says it’s possible, but more likely coyote feces.

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Shakespeare Festival rises again

Performances will continue through Sept. 12.

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Special filing period for 10 offices set for Aug. 9-11

Ten elected positions in Island County remained without candidates after the regular filing period.

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Ground broken on new addition to Good Cheer Food Bank

The new building addition will help community members navigate Whidbey’s various social services.

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Clinton Beach dock receives federal funding for reconstruction

The dock has undergone unsuccessful repairs and was in danger of floating away altogether last fall.

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Getting the scoop on summer

Sue Johnson and her 3-year-old grandson, Mikkel Brown, search for seashells at Clinton Beach Park on Wednesday.

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No serious injuries reported in Bayview Road accident

The drivers of two vehicles that collided in South Whidbey Saturday were not seriously injured.

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Stuart Peeples demonstrates how to enter Heather Mayhugh's wheelchair van. In recent months, while navigating the new Mukilteo ferry terminal, Mayhugh has struggled to unload her clients who need access to the restroom.

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ADA concerns cited about new ferry terminal in Mukilteo

Advocates feel not enough thought went into improving the new terminal’s accessibility problems.