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    Articles by Emily Gilbert
    Work on the Deception Pass Bridge repainting and repair project has been suspended for the winter. A new contractor may be brought in when work resumes in the spring to finish the $22 million project. Photo courtesy of WSDOT.
    Work on Deception Pass Bridge suspended for winter
    By Emily Gilbert • November 10, 2020 2:00 pm

    A new contractor may take over the project in the spring, says WSDOT.

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    World War II vet will be featured in...
    By Emily Gilbert • November 9, 2020 1:30 pm

    A World War II from Freeland reflects on memories from his time in service.

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    OH Navy League broadcasting virtual Veterans Day program
    OH Navy League broadcasting virtual Veterans Day program
    By Emily Gilbert • November 6, 2020 2:30 pm

    Viewers can watch the porgram on Nov. 11 begining at 11 a.m. on local social media and channel 10.

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    City council surveys staff morale
    City council surveys staff morale
    By Emily Gilbert • November 6, 2020 2:30 pm

    Oak Harbor City Council is concerned about morale, transparency and other issues among staff.

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    Cleaning up: Island thrift stores packed with donated...
    By Emily Gilbert • November 3, 2020 5:30 pm

    Whidbey’s thrift stores have seen an influx of donations during the pandemic.

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    City of Oak Harbor moves forward with zoning change
    City of Oak Harbor moves forward with zoning...
    By Emily Gilbert • November 3, 2020 5:30 pm

    The city is trying to change the zoning of its 75-acre property so it can become a park.

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    Plugged in: Oak Harbor school district adds electric...
    By Emily Gilbert • November 3, 2020 5:30 pm

    Whidbey’s only electric school bus will be driving the streets of Oak Harbor soon.

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    Oak Harbor spends $15,000 to gauge public opinion
    Oak Harbor spends $15,000 to gauge public opinion
    By Emily Gilbert • October 30, 2020 3:30 pm

    The media monitoring software will hopefully help the city make decisions, staff said.

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    Jonathan process, as seen on Holiday Baking Championship, Season 7.
    Oak Harbor grad hopes to bake his way...
    By Emily Gilbert • October 30, 2020 3:30 pm

    Jonathan Peregrino will compete on the new season of Holiday Baking Championship airing Nov. 2.

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    Larsen, Hazelo spar during forum
    Larsen, Hazelo spar during forum
    By Emily Gilbert • October 27, 2020 3:30 pm

    The two candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives challenged each other on issues.

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    Townhomes planned on Southwest Third Avenue in Oak Harbor
    Townhomes planned on Southwest Third Avenue in Oak...
    By Emily Gilbert • October 27, 2020 3:30 pm

    There are plans for 20 new townhomes on two acres of land in Oak Harbor.

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    ‘Spooky Museum’ promises frights for a good cause
    By Emily Gilbert • October 23, 2020 3:30 pm

    Proceeds from ticket sales to the Spooky Museum will go toward the Save the Roller Barn effort.

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    City raises utility rates despite public outcry
    City raises utility rates despite public outcry
    By Emily Gilbert • October 23, 2020 3:30 pm

    The average Oak Harbor family’s utility bill will be nearly $200 per month next year.

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