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Whidbey firefighters help battle fires in LA

Five Whidbey firefighters have joined efforts to stop the flames that have been ravaging Los Angeles

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Psychologist to evaluate accused murderer

An Oak Harbor man accused of murdering his wife may be exploring an insanity defense.

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WICA film festival fetes monochrome classics

The festival is an event for film enthusiasts and nostalgics and an excuse to glam up with friends.

At left, Becky Clifford, Liz Ritz and Kristine Michael.

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Finalists chosen for South Whidbey school superintendent position

The district’s search for Jo Moccia’s successor has been narrowed down to three seasoned leaders.

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Governor-elect Ferguson visits Whidbey to talk about ferries, signals his commitment

The incoming governor traveled to the island this week.

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City mulls business & occupation tax once again

Oak Harbor leaders are considering a new tax on businesses.

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Road closes for transfer of giant boat

A large vessel will be seen slowly making its way to land and across a Freeland road this…

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‘Minority Rape Cult’ has consequences for administrators, students at Coupeville schools

Suspension of Coupeville School District leaders is related responses to student discipline issues.

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Community supports Freeland resident following breast cancer diagnosis

A first responder, ferry quartermaster and community informant is in need of help.

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New charges filed in Elections Office mask case

Two people who flouted a mask requirement and tried to have a judge reverse the rule face charges.

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Surge in stomach bug hits island

If you have recently experienced diarrhea and vomiting, it is likely not the local restaurant’s fault

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Appeals dropped in Growler noise lawsuit

The Navy and a Whidbey anti-noise group will not battle it out in the Ninth Circuit Court of…

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Committee collects data as revelers feel the cold

Whidbey Islanders gathered for the annual Polar Bear Plunge before stampeding into the winter water.