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Adam Belanger appeared in Island County Superior Court Thursday.

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Suspect in Deception Pass shooting held on $500k bail

An Oak Harbor man is accused of shooting a delivery truck driver and then stealing the truck near…

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Island County, Oak Harbor leaders seek healthcare expansion, higher standard of care and greater police resources

In preparation for the 2025 legislative session, now is the time to address the most pressing needs.

Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record
Liz Smith, right, and her mother Ron Smith are co-owners of the new Island Boutique on South Whidbey.

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Fashion-forward store opens in Bayview

A mother and daughter duo are bringing a touch of luxury and style to South Whidbey.

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Second Harvest Faire comes to historic farm

Harvest Faire returns to the Greenbank Farm on Sunday, Sept. 8.

Rob Casey, a Kayak instructor, tours through Deception Pass. (Photo provided)

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Paddling instructor offers tips for braving Deception Pass

Kayakers and paddleboarders have long been drawn to Deception Pass.

Photo by David Welton

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Music festival attracts groovy crowd

Audience members raised their arms in ecstasy.

Photo by Luisa Loi

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Whidbey Playhouse presents “The Savannah Sipping Society”

The play stars a middle-aged cast and celebrates platonic love and new beginnings.

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Event to discuss climate impacts behind ballot measure

Voters can learn more about an initiative on the November ballot next week in Langley.

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Oak Harbor to do ‘everything we possibly can’ to accommodate growth predictions

Engineering consultants provided options for the housing element of the comprehensive plan update.

Photo by David Welton

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Legacy lives on in Soup Box Derby

If you see a large, ripe fruit on wheels racing in Langley, no, you’re not hallucinating.

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North Whidbey Fire and Rescue finds long-awaited permanent chief

Christopher Swiger will begin negotiations to become the permanent chief of the fire department.

The Oak Harbor Safeway's exterior has been decorated by seagull feces. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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Safeway seagull problem to be resolved within 30 days

The Island County Health Department has enforced three separate ultimatums to fix the health concern

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ALERT program seeks more volunteers

A community-led emergency preparedness group in Langley is searching for more volunteers.