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Man killed in North Whidbey explosion was building ‘explosive devices’ for fireworks show
Mark Fakkema’s body was found in a shop next to his parents’ burned-down house on Strawberry Point Rd.
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One missing, two injured after explosion on North Whidbey
The cause of the explosion is unknown. An investigation is ongoing.
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Churches unite to celebrate Juneteenth
Several Whidbey churches will host their annual Juneteenth celebration Thursday at Windjammer Park.
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Convoy of military antiques rolls across the island
Members from the two clubs rolled through Whidbey Island in “steel veterans” for a military convoy.
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‘No Kings’ protest on Whidbey draws huge turnout
The largest and most visible demonstration took place in Coupeville, where an estimated 2,500 to 3,000 people were…
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Caps off to the top grads at Oak Harbor High School
Ten seniors describe their fondest memories, advice for students, post-graduation plans and more.
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Indigenous ‘midden’ found during Coupeville project
Unearthing of disturbed midden on the Front Street bluff led to the removal of large trees.
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Man accused of home invasion while Clinton residents were asleep
The suspect left after the homeowner pointed a handgun and Mattson saw the laser dot on his body,
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Spate of fires hit South Whidbey this week
Units reported to Second Street in downtown Langley for a structure fire in a building.
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Residents press Oak Harbor officials for answers to homelessness
The Pathways to Stability Task Force meeting was Wednesday.
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Their cup of tea: Whidbey couple grows herbs for steeping
They transformed mowed pastures of a historic South Whidbey property into blooming gardens.
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Oak Harbor’s first Pride walk organized
At 6 p.m. on June 21, people are invited to gather at Flintstone Park and walk together downtown.
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Coupeville High School graduates walk on sunshine
The outdoor ceremony was on Saturday, a perfect, sunny day.