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Utility rates hiked in Langley

The Langley City Council unanimously approved increases for water, sewer and stormwater rates.

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Elephant seal spotted on Thanksgiving Day

The sighting of a Northern elephant seal at Mutiny Bay last week caused something of a stir.

A photo of the P-8A in the waters off Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

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No fuel leaked from Navy aircraft

The P-8A assigned to Whidbey that overshot the runway in Hawaii appears to be in good condition.

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Santa came to town

Santa paid a visit to make sure everyone was behaving at the Lighting of Langley.

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Defendant in animal cruelty case wanted on warrant

A North Whidbey woman charged with animal cruelty failed to appear at court hearings.

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A new group in Langley is collecting pledged to buy this house as a shelter for women.

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Mothers and Others plan open house event

A new nonprofit is forming in Langley to provide housing for women and children.

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John Callahan will remain on port board

After announcing he was withdrawing from the Port of Coupeville Board race, Callahan will stay.

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Bayview Garden celebrates 30 years of growth

Ever since Maureen Murphy moved to South Whidbey, the island has benefited from her green thumb.

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Commissioners dole out lodging tax funds

Island County commissioners awarded $700,000 to nonprofit organizations that boost tourism.

An elf skips down the streets of Langley during a previous year’s Holly Jolly Parade. (Photo by David Welton)

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Ushering in holiday cheer

Celebrate the holidays on South Whidbey with a plethora of events.

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Mayor Scott Chaplin, front center, with Langley city staff members.

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Chaplin bids adieu to mayorship

A canceled city council meeting deprived the mayor of Langley the chance to officially bid farewell.

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NAS Whidbey plane overshoots runway in Hawaii

A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon from Whidbey Island ended in the water while attempting to land in Hawaii.

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Retail trade remains strong on Whidbey

Local chambers of commerce believe that there will be a strong showing this holiday shopping season.