Among the many unintended consequences of the COVID-19 outbreak is a delay in getting new police officers added to Whidbey police forces. The Oak Harbor… Continue reading
During times of social distancing and school closures, a primarily outdoor school has had to shift some of its interaction online for students, a first… Continue reading
The city of Langley has decided to extend the suspension of late fees for utility payments until one full billing cycle after the end of… Continue reading
During the Langley city council meeting on Monday, Mayor Tim Callison announced his selection of Monica Felici for the job of finance director-city clerk. He… Continue reading
Langley has officially been designated the fourth “creative district” by the Washington State Arts Commission. Currently, only three other cities in the state hold the… Continue reading
Whidbey kids may be receiving an early visit this year from the Easter Bunny — or perhaps, the Easter Dinosaur. A Freeland resident, her family… Continue reading
During times when telecommuting and teleconferencing are seemingly the new norm, it’s only natural that telemedicine should also follow. Pediatric Associates of Whidbey Island began… Continue reading
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Island County will not be extending the deadline to pay property taxes this year. The due date for payments will remain… Continue reading
During times when telecommuting and teleconferencing are the new norm, it’s only natural that telemedicine should also follow. Pediatric Associates of Whidbey Island began holding… Continue reading
Sometimes problems require creative solutions. In the midst of a shortage of masks, people across Whidbey are working hard to provide replacements for health care… Continue reading
A Langley nonprofit dedicated to economic and community development has decided to direct its funds towards providing relief during COVID-19. The Goosefoot Community Fund’s annual… Continue reading
In response to the growing demand for hand sanitizer, one of Whidbey’s distilleries is fulfilling requests and converting its alcohol for this purpose. Cadée Distillery… Continue reading
With recent orders from the governor to stay home, several Whidbey residents have leapt at the opportunity to finish long-term projects started months ago. David… Continue reading
Although public gatherings are banned and many church services suspended, an Episcopalian priest and Langley resident was looking for a way to celebrate safely. While… Continue reading
Following similar trends in other forms of public transportation, ferry routes connecting Whidbey Island to the rest of the state have seen a drop in… Continue reading
Starting Monday, all South Whidbey children will be able to receive “grab and go” lunches from the school district. According to a letter from Superintendent… Continue reading
The mayor for the Village by the Sea signed a proclamation of emergency Monday, in compliance with county, state and federal declarations. Declaring an emergency… Continue reading
The public works department of Langley is looking to begin a new sidewalk improvement project. Funded by a federal grant, a bid was recommended to… Continue reading
The city of Langley will soon be hiring a new finance director / city clerk, two jobs that have shared the same position for several… Continue reading
In an effort to continue serving community meals, several soup kitchens have taken to dishing up in the parking lots and offering to-go lunches. Administrator… Continue reading
