Obituaries
Jack Sherman Hill
Jack Sherman Hill, born Nov. 25 1939, went to be with His father, God in heaven, Oct. 15,…
News
Interfaith peace vigil set in Freeland on Sunday
St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods Episcopal Church in Freeland will host its fifth annual Community Interfaith Vigil of Peace and…
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More money from Puget Sound Energy fuels anti-PUD fight
The political action committee fighting the creation of a public utility district on Whidbey Island just got a…
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Increased security at Navy base in Oak Harbor
People working on or near Ault Field may notice some disruption to the Navy base’s normal operations –…
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Island County Fire District 3 takes step toward levy increase
Island County Fire District 3 took another step toward a possible levy increase next year to raise money…
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sen. Obama’s skills were clear
This is the day after the debate of Sept. 26: Despite the structures of debating, Obama was able…
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Let’s separate church from politics
The United States Constitution specifies the age a citizen must achieve in order to be eligible to hold…
News
NEWS BRIEFS: Port officials approve budget
The Port of South Whidbey settled on its final draft for the 2009 budget Wednesday.
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: PSE postcard filled with spin
Untruths and distortions were packed onto that large postcard financed by Puget Sound Energy.
Life
‘Sweeney Todd’ to open on Whidbey Island
One of the best ballads ever written for the stage begins thus: Attend the tale of Sweeney Todd…