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Wine fridge causes Christmas Day fire

A malfunctioning appliance led to a fire in the basement of a Clinton home on Dec. 25.

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Logs cause ferry cancellations on Christmas Eve

The Salish turned back to Port Townsend due to driftwood obstructing Keystone Harbor.

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Oak Harbor woman accused of robbery, assault

A resident is accused of entering a home unlawfully and assaulting a woman who was dating her ex.

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Hospital’s behavioral health care is seeing positive results

WhidbeyHealth is making strides in addressing the island’s need for mental health services.

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Whidbey activists propose change to county forest code

A loophole in the DNR’s foresting permits allows developers to forgo environmental impact studies.

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An Island Disposal customer fills a recycling container.

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Langley residents oppose new recycling program

The convenience of curbside recycling pick-up could soon become a reality for Langley citizens.

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Commissioners to increase their travel stipend

The commissioners rescinded pay increases but found another way to receive higher compensation.

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Langley trims its city commissions

Two former citizen-led commissions in Langley are officially on their way to being disbanded.

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Cascadia Water customers may see bills double

A significant hike in rates may still be on the horizon for customers of Cascadia Water.

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Cost of taking out the trash to spike

Whidbey residents who drop off trash will see a price hike.

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Katie and John Hill

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Community helps vet who needs transplant

The family of a Navy veteran is seeking support to qualify for a life-saving organ transplant.

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Swearing-in ceremony hacked by porn bomb

An attempt at creating a moment of solemn bipartisanship was upended by a pornographic “Zoom bomb.”

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Town mulls new district, sales tax

The city of Langley is seeking another way to raise revenue amid its critical financial situation.