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The new Mukilteo terminal's east elevators (left near stairs) are now open. They're located just a few steps from the transit center. (Washington State Ferries)

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Study examines Everett-Whidbey passenger ferry service

So far, no government is seriously considering such a service, which would cost millions of dollars.

Jennifer Krouse arranges stuffed animal rabbits in her Langley shop

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Town is hopping: New event capitalizing on a burgeoning bunny population

Bunny fever is gripping Langley. Now the merchants have a new event they hope will get the town…

Spence Purvis

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Lions Club members celebrated for decades of service

Freeman Boyer and Spence Purvis looked as regal as the Lions for which their service club is named.

Sarungano members Leslie Breeden

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Bringing back the beat: South Whidbey band aids in restoring music to country stripped of its customs

Dana Moffett, Leslie Breeden, Donita Crosby and Dyanne Harshman went to Zimbabwe earlier this year, largely thanks to…

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Bunnies dominate Langley council meeting

Bunnies, bunnies, bunnies. It’s about all some people talk about in Langley these days, even in the hallowed…

Colin Campbell has spent a year building his business

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A Scotchman’s dream: Clinton man brings booze business to limelight

Colin Campbell knows how to make a splashy entrance. After a year working to get all the permits…

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Prizes landed during fishing derby, silver salmon still abundant on west Whidbey

A 9-pound, 3-ounce coho salmon was the winning catch at Saturday’s Sebo’s Whidbey Island Coho Derby.

Indie-pop band LAKE will perform all day Saturday.

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LAKE to perform 10 years’ of music at anniversary show

Ten years later, LAKE has plenty to sing about. The indie pop band that sprung from Olympia’s music…

Two members of the American Legion Riders attached Confederate flags to their motorcycles for the Whidbey Island Fair parade on Saturday. The display provoked ire from several observers.

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Confederate flag at Whidbey Fair draws ire

A different set of stars and bars drew the ire and attention of plenty of people at the…

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Langley struggles with petroleum-laced pond

Discovery of pollutants in a Langley retention pond have put dredging plans in limbo and left city leaders…

The Whidbey Island Fair is jam-packed with entertainment for all ages.

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Classics return for annual Whidbey Island fair

This year’s Whidbey Island Fair is sticking with what works — food, farming, games, rides, music and a…

Jean Streitler nets a king salmon reeled in by Don Heggenes on Thursday near Port Townsend.

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King salmon fishing nets really big opportunities on Whidbey

The early bird gets the worm, and only the earliest of anglers can get the king. A veritable…

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Hospital candidates will speak at forum

Three candidates for a seat on Whidbey General Hospital’s board of commissioners offered vastly different takes on leadership…