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Goat poop and hay made fighting blaze a challenge

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Goat poop and hay made fighting blaze a challenge

A pile of goat manure was likely the primary factor in a fire Tuesday afternoon on a farm…

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More teens report vaping

It can taste and smell like cotton candy, but its potential negative impacts to young minds are why…

Coupeville Farm to School program branches out

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Coupeville Farm to School program branches out

School District planted a new orchard that may provide food for students someday

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Whidbey leaders discuss housing solutions

The restrictive nature of the state’s Growth Management Act, the lack of available units and delays in permits…

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At long last, county will simplify land-use code

For years, there have been complaints that Island County’s land-use code is too complicated for both the public…

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Port looking to fill commissioner vacancy

Port of Coupeville commissioners are deciding how to fill a to-be vacant seat after District 1 Commissioner William…

Kate Mistler, right, and Kristi Lovelady stand outside Walmart to collect bras, tampons and sanitary pads for local women in need. Mistler is working to bring the organization I Support the Girls to Whidbey Island. Photo by Laura Guido/Whidbey News Group

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Uplifting way to support women in need

Gravity impacts everyone, but for women it can present its unique challenges. Oak Harbor resident Kate Mistler is…

Coupeville Mayor Molly Hughes, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island commander Capt. Matt Arny, and town Utility Superintendent Joe Grogan discuss how a new water filtration system will work with the existing process. Photo by Laura Guido/Whidbey News-Times

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Navy to pay up to $7 million for Coupeville water system

Coupeville filtration center goes online in June

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No injuries Saturday in Greenbank house fire

A Greenbank family awoke early Saturday morning to an electrical fire and was able to safety exit the…

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Kayaker disrupts ferry at Clinton

A stubborn kayaker at the Clinton ferry dock caused almost two hours of delays in service Saturday, according…

Crystal Aguilar, owner and founder of Whidbey Waiter, makes a delivery at a Coupeville office. Her business also delivers groceries, flowers, takes trash to the dump and makes Costco runs for its customers. Photo by Laura Guido/Whidbey News Group

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New service aims to deliver convenience

Crystal Aguilar is here to serve Whidbey — literally.

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County planning for response to disasters

Should they face with unexpected disaster, Island County government’s more than 20 departments have no plan for a…

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Final Freeland code workshop Monday

A nearly decade-long effort to create development regulations in Freeland is nearing its end, with or without sewer.