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Apples are a pressing matter at Tilth Market

A juice pressing and potluck is scheduled for Oct. 11.

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Oak Harbor pop-up bakery rises to the occasion

Baking deliciously golden sourdough loaves, scones, cookies, other treats is Hayley Stout’s calling.

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Members of the Restoration Advisory Board, which meets one to two times a year, reconvened on Tuesday.

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Navy expands sampling of PFAS in wells

None of the 26 private, off-base drinking water wells sampled by the Navy in 2025 tested positive.

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Schools awarded $38M for jet noise mitigation

Grants were awarded through the Community Noise Mitigation Program

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Solo swimmer conquers waters of Penn Cove

When she embarks on long distance swims, Paige Nuzzolillo’s only opponent is herself.

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Friends turn business dream into reality

Alison Swain and Melissa Fritch christened their new business on Sunday.

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Vets reconvene for ship’s 40th anniversary

Eight crew members, some with family and friends in tow, toured Oak Harbor on Sept. 14 to celebrate.

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In glowing colors, artist captures Whidbey in a new light

Intuition guides Timothy Haslet’s paintbrush and unorthodox choice of paint.

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Reenlistment held at Whidbey museum

A Montana native stationed on Whidbey commemorated the next chapter of his military career.

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Coupeville to host Comp Plan open house

The Coupeville Comprehensive Team is holding an open house for its final update on Oct. 1.

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State auditors point to problems with town’s reporting

A financial statement audit as well as a “single audit” were conducted.

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Whidbey rescuers respond to sailboat in distress

A pair of seafarers had trouble navigating rough waters off North Whidbey last weekend.

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Two saved from ‘swamped’ sailboat off Whidbey

The occupants floated for about 45 minutes before a passerby noticed and called 911.