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The city-owned marina in Oak Harbor was built in the 1970s. The city plans to make improvements in the future. (Photo courtesy of Oak Harbor)

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Marina rate hikes target bigger boats

Oak Harbor’s mayor cast a rare tie-breaking vote at a Tuesday city council meeting.

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Builders air grievances on county permit process

Inconsistent procedures, lack of experienced staff and unpredictable policy changes were discussed.

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County adopts new animal code

County commissioners adopted a revised code to better protect animals from abuse and neglect.

Meg Olson and Molly Hughes.

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Bookseller challenges Coupeville’s mayor

A Coupeville mayoral candidate wants to make some changes to the town structure.

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Orcas return to Whidbey waters after absence

Southern resident orcas delighted residents when they appeared off the southern coast last week.

Photo by David Welton
Tevon Dubois and Chanel Jost pose in front of their house as it is loaded onto a truck at a Possession Point dock.

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Home sweet recycled home

Clinton couple brings a house from Bainbridge to Whidbey.

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Another mistake discovered in voters’ guide

Yet another mistake has been discovered in the Island County voters’ guide for the general election.

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School bond statement missing from voters’ guide

A statement of support for a bond measure is missing from the Island County voters’ pamphlet.

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Langley candidates discuss issues, experiences

There was little debate to be had at the Langley Chamber of Commerce’s candidate forum.

Photo by Luisa Loi
Decaying human remains lay on a body mortuary storage rack.

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Something horrific is afoot at the Roller Barn

Jack Twisted is back and more twisted than ever.

Photo by David Welton
Peggy Larmore, Karen Abel and Kristine McInvaille pose with some of the masks displayed at the Reveal/Conceal exhibit.

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Mask exhibit reveals what’s concealed

The Reveal/Conceal exhibit takes visitors on a tour of whimsical and surreal masks.

Photo by David Welton

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Norse out in force

Hundreds of people celebrated Nordic culture at the Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge.

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Mayoral candidates tout endorsements

The contentious race for Oak Harbor mayor has become a battle of endorsements.