Pelant leaves legacy of stewardship

Pacific Rim Institute CEO Robert Pelant announced he will leave the nonprofit on Dec. 29.

By Luisa Loi • December 8, 2023 1:30 am


Free throws fuel future Wolf success

The Coupeville HS girls’ basketball team conducts a fundraiser based on how many free throws it hits.

December 8, 2023 1:30 am
Langley Creative District contract extended

A project that seeks to bring some culture to Langley’s Cascade Avenue corridor was extended.

By Kira Erickson • December 8, 2023 1:30 am
Eye for glass: Whidbey artist creates ‘Gypsy Gems’

Much of what Mackensie Bennett creates is inspired by the natural world.

By Kira Erickson • December 8, 2023 1:30 am
Plant shop offers more than garden variety gifts

A new business has put down roots in downtown Oak Harbor.

By Luisa Loi • December 8, 2023 1:30 am
Navy has no plans to build housing

NASWI officials don’t plan to build new housing despite concerns about lack of affordable housing.

By Luisa Loi • December 8, 2023 1:30 am
Church helps feed families at Christmas

Life Church is going out into the community to bring a meal to those most in need this Christmas.

By Luisa Loi • December 8, 2023 1:30 am

Oak Harbor man accused of vehicular homicide

A man faces a vehicular homicide charge after driving impaired and killing a 20-year-old woman.

By Jessie Stensland • December 5, 2023 1:30 am
Tree ordinance leaves little room for violation

Chopping down a tree in Langley without a permit now comes with a serious – and costly – penalty.

By Kira Erickson • December 5, 2023 1:30 am





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Remembering the attack on Pearl Harbor

The community is invited to an event to remember the attack on Pearl Harbor and to honor veterans.

By Luisa Loi • December 5, 2023 1:30 am
Parading for the holidays

Crowds of families gathered in Oak Harbor and Langley to meet Santa and other magical creatures.

December 5, 2023 1:30 am