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Larry Shorey, an employee at Ace Hardware in Freeland, wears a patriotic-themed mask made by Betty Lade.

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Woman fires up sewing machine so others can mask up with style

Since April 2020, Betty Lade has sewn over 2,300 masks that people are wearing all over the country.

Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record

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South Whidbey vet bringing his 31-year career to a close

David Parent is accustomed to treating wildlife as often as domestic animals at his vet practice.

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Oak Harbor absent from sewage treatment awards

Oak Harbor’s $150 million facility was not among the top performers because of several problems.

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Trial delayed for suspect in fiance’s murder

The trial has been delayed so the defense attorney can obtain another expert consultant.

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Black bear presence confirmed on South Whidbey

A state official has changed his tune about a bear who scared a teenager on South Whidbey.

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Spate of officers leaving Whidbey

Whidbey’s two largest law enforcement offices are losing significant numbers of officers this year.

Priscilla Lowry pours beeswax candles in different shapes and patterns. This year is her first time exhibiting at the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival returns — with pandemic adjustments

Organizers are excited but still making the safety of guests and vendors a top priority.

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Community hops into action to save injured bunny

A photo on social media of a rabbit with an arrow piercing its skin turned heads this week.

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Council urges mayor to recommend masking in downtown businesses

Langley is strongly encouraging businesses to require that their employees and customers mask up.

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Social media, berry-laden scat back bear sightings

Department of Wildlife official says it’s possible, but more likely coyote feces.

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Real estate prices still soaring across island

The price of homes in Island County continued to skyrocket as competition for homes eased slightly.

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Shakespeare Festival rises again

Performances will continue through Sept. 12.

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Oak Harbor man accused of raping kindergartners

Prosecutors charged Peter L. Lambert, 46, with four counts of rape of a child in the first degree.