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Coupeville ferry run is among state’s most challenging
The Coupeville and Port Townsend ferry remains vital despite budget constraints and staff shortages.
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Weigh in on fire levy lift
People are invited to discuss the possibility of a fire levy lid lift on the primary election ballot
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Langley mulls committee changes
With a dozen citizen-led boards and commissions, Langley is contemplating slimming down.
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Animal control officers rebuild program
The Island County Sheriff’s Office brought on two new animal control officers to restore the program.
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Returning Sounders offer a beacon of hope
The North Puget Sound Gray Whales, a group of about 20 cetaceans that come mainly to feed, are…
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Shoplifting turns into gunplay on South Whidbey
A thief threatened an employee at Goose Community Grocer with a handgun.
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Oak Harbor city administrator loses job
Oak Harbor Mayor Ronnie Wright terminated the employment of the city administrator last week.
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Whidbey volunteers monitor beaches for forage fish eggs
Forage fish are a staple food for many sea creatures that is being threatened by shoreline armoring.
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South Whidbey High School alumni establish new foundation
The alumni’s mission is to reengage with the community that raised them.
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South Whidbey Buddhist Center opens doors to children
Kids can participate in sacred dance lessons, craft prayer flags and cook traditional Tibetan food.
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Stolen truck returned at gunpoint
The owner of a stolen pickup truck pointed a gun at the man in the driver’s seat to…
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Oak Harbor man charged with vehicular homicide
The driver in a fatal, crash on Whidbey Island had a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit.