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Coupeville Town Council slows property agreement discussions

Modifications to the decades-old memorandum of agreement may not come until late 2026.

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Don’t tread on newts that are on the move

In fact, it’s the tail end of the migration of juvenile newts from the ponds to woodland areas.

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Edmundo Corrales was a beloved teacher in Anacortes.

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Memorial planned for beloved teacher, Mr. Corrales

Edmundo Corrales was killed in a four-car accident on Highway 20 near Deception Pass.

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Community rallies after car smashes Freeland business

Noel Nic’Fergusson was standing behind the register in Wild Birds Unlimited when the Subaru entered.

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South Whidbey at Home expands service area to support more older adults

The membership-based nonprofit connects volunteers with older adults who want to age in place.

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Bacon pans fellow Island County commissioners for in-fighting

She did not support either Commissioner Janet St. Clair or Jill Johnson as the 2026 chairperson.

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County commissioners freeze new positions

Jobs in budget will be reassessed in June.

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Staff-proposed moratorium approved by Langley City Council

The city of Langley may be moving ahead with a six-month building moratorium on new development under the…

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Downzoning motion approved in contentious vote

Langley City Council voted 3-2 to change the zoning for properties located south of Edgecliff Drive.

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Owner proposes to elevate historic Front Street building

There will be a public hearing regarding proposed modifications to a building in Coupeville.

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Oak Harbor School Board wins state honor

Oak Harbor Public Schools adopted its strategic plan in 2024.

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With the approximately $22,000 grant, North Whidbey Fire and Rescue purchased three five-gas detectors and a hydrocarbon detector.

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Actor’s charity funds fire department equipment

North Whidbey Fire and Rescue received a $22,000 grant funding the purchase of new gear

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A dashboard depicting the location of projects which received help from the Climate Commitment Act.

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Whidbey groups among recipients of Climate Commitment Act grants

Whidbey is becoming more climate change resilient with the state’s help.