WAIF seeks foster homes for kittens, puppies
Kittens and puppies arriving in large numbers at WAIF animal shelter are in need of temporary homes.
Bear sighted on North Whidbey
A North Whidbey resident reported a black bear sighting near Strawberry Point.
Changes in store for ferry fares
Ferry riders may see a hike in fares over the next few years.
Very hungry caterpillars arrive on island
A type of orangish caterpillar is proliferating in parts of Whidbey Island.
Lummi canoe found near North Whidbey
Dawn Koppel Glavick and Brett Ginther have found a number of unusual objects in the Salish Sea.
Two accidents close highway Wednesday
Traffic on Highway 20 was temporarily delayed at two places affecting Whidbey Island Wednesday.
Toddler Learning Center is now STEPS
Building on their experience, expertise, and vision, Oak Harbor’s Toddler Learning Center is evolving – taking steps to expand resources…
A brush fire on East Crescent Harbor Road by base housing was quickly resolved Wednesday afternoon. A Front Street business owner will challenge longtime Coupeville Mayor Molly Hughes in the general election this November.Blown fuse causes Crescent Harbor fire
Bookstore owner challenges town mayor
Clinton hairdresser highlights the arts
A colorful new business dedicated to hair care has joined a growing arts scene in Clinton.
Veteran-owned gun shop rebrands
The owners of a shooting range and gun shop in Oak Harbor is rebranding with an emphasis on safety.
Whidbey track stars shine at state meet
By DAVID SVIEN
Right off the bat
“We had two single season records set during this game,” said Assistant Coach Tim Norman. Reese Wasinger had 157 strikeouts…
Toddler Learning Center is now STEPS
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Enhancing employee hiring and retention in 2023
The kids are not alright … and haven’t been for awhile
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Hidden log cabin found during Langley demolition
By PATRICIA GUTHRIE
‘Birds and Bees’ is sweet and spicy
An upcoming production of “The Birds and the Bees” is sure to bring something Whidbey Playhouse audiences have never seen…
Celebrating Gay Pride Month important as ever
Readers may have noticed the rainbow across the newspaper’s masthead. It’s in honor of Gay Pride Month, which has renewed…
Sound Off: Port’s airport plans will divert money from wharf, farm
By MIKE DIAMANTI
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