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Oak Harbor pool gets a new slide

The latest attraction at North Whidbey Pool, Park and Recreation District is making a splash.

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Activists push for climate emergency declaration

A South End-based, youth-led climate coalition is working to expand its reach.

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Lolita, pictured here in 2020, has been performing at the Miami Seaquarium for decades.

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At long last, Lolita may be freed

The Southern Resident orca that has lived in captivity since 1970 may finally come home.

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Pet a Whidbey calf at Skagit Valley tulip fest

Six baby cows from Whidbey Island will be the stars of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.

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A House of One’s Own

Gabbi Korrow has accomplished what may seem like a pipe dream to most young people these days.

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South Whidbey parks and rec warns of aggressive owl

South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District released a warning on Monday about the owl.

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Door-kicking malarkey possibly linked to TikTok trend

It is unclear whether a TikTok challenge inspired an incident that led to a woman’s door being kicked

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Entire Oak Harbor school board will be on ballot in election that may be transformative

The results of the November general election could dramatically change local governance and politics

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Hoffmire plans to run for Oak Harbor mayor

One of Oak Harbor’s newest council members is hoping to change his title to “mayor.”

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Documentary to capture trials and tribulations of Roller Derby

Whidbey Island Roller Derby has begun its first fully fledged season since the pandemic.

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Oak Harbor City Council hesitant to support airport plan

The Port of Coupeville’s pursual of the A.J. Eisenberg Airport has hit yet another stumbling block.

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Site of animal rescue infested with parasites

Public health officials warned the public about a parasitic outbreak on a North Whidbey property.

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Students square off in national cooking contest

The sounds of slicing, stirring and sauteing filled Oak Harbor High School’s culinary classroom.