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Burn ban lifted as wet weather returns

The burn ban in Island County has been lifted now that wet weather has returned.

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Group’s book will lead you to the water’s edge

It may seem like getting to the water’s edge would be simple, given that Whidbey Island is surrounded…

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New owner hopes to reopen Oak Harbor Tavern

Though it will likely not be located at 940 SE Pioneer Way anymore, one of the oldest bars…

North Whidbey firefighters helping to battle wildfires in California

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North Whidbey firefighters helping to battle wildfires in California

Four North Whidbey firefighters were part of the firefighting effort in California this past week, and smoke from…

House fire in Admiral’s Cove displaces family

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House fire in Admiral’s Cove displaces family

No one was injured.

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Oak Harbor councilman ‘embarrassed’ about city permit snafu

A youth sailing club has had trouble constructing a storage shed.

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Recent rain lowers county’s fire danger

Recreational fires are now permitted.

Seeing the light: Volunteers aim to unite community

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Seeing the light: Volunteers aim to unite community

North Whidbey Middle School PTA set up 800 lights - one for each student.

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Utility rate hike next year may be bigger than anticipated

Oak Harbor residents will need to foot the bill for rising costs of sewage plant, garbage service

Sewage plant continues to be money suck

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Sewage plant continues to be money suck

The sewage treatment plant in Oak Harbor is in need of some costly improvements.

Fundraiser to highlight mental health, local talent

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Fundraiser to highlight mental health, local talent

Growing Veterans has a fundraiser this Friday at the Blue Fox Drive-In to support local veterans.

New Presbyterian pastor leads virtual congregation

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New Presbyterian pastor leads virtual congregation

Greg Steible hopes to bring more service projects to Whidbey Presbyterian Church in Oak Harbor.

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Navy seeks city easement to aid water cleanup

The Navy wants to install pipes next to Highway 20 in Oak Harbor to clean up a chemical…