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Council tables Coles Valley land-use agreement
The decision could pave the way for a low-income housing development in the Village by the Sea.
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Whidbey scientist chronicles hidden life of river otters
On Whidbey Island, a romp of river otters saunters between fresh and saltwater.
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Court records detail alleged abuse before Oak Harbor woman’s death
Prosecutors are seeking to upgrade charges against an Oak Harbor man accused of killing his wife.
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Oak Harbor council to revisit Pride flag policy
Mayor Ronnie Wright and city staff will ask the council to reconsider a city flag policy.
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Following lawsuit, Holmes Harbor Golf Course closes
Island County Superior Court Judge Carolyn Cliff ruled in favor of the sewer district.
Life
A rainbow of Pride events set for Whidbey
Parades, drag shows, brunches and film projects will spotlight LGBTQIA+ voices.
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Internal survey, grievances point to staffing strain at North Whidbey Fire
Plan described staffing — along with “deteriorating” fire stations, communication, morale — as weaknesses
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Yon Bureau brings bold vintage fashion to island
Owner Sara Dean and vendor Kim Leuthe are not here to blend in.
Life
As he retires, Lane Tompkins leaves a legacy carved in stone
So at age 86, the sculptor is hanging up the tools that defined his artistic life.
Life
A show that bites back: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ opens at Playhouse
The production, running June 5-28, embraces absurdity, transporting audiences to 1960s Skid Row
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State ferry system touts terminal electrification, strong workforce
Clinton is one of four terminals in which electrification is currently underway.
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Hearing set for former Whidbey resident accused of murder
Former Whidbey resident Jermiah Copeland may enter a plea agreement for the murder of a Navy woman.
Life
Building better bodies as we age
Vibrant Fitness in Langley will host free “Functional Strength Training After 60” classes next month.