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Oak Harbor tour boat operator aids in Deception Pass rescue
A man was rescued after his boat capsized in Deception Pass Saturday night.
Life
Self-led motorcycle ride aims to support local vets
The local Brothers-IN-Arms Motorcycle Club’s fundraiser is this Sunday, Sept. 27.
News
Oak Harbor 2020 sales taxes ‘on par’ with previous year
Although some sectors have decreased, remote sellers saw a 40 percent jump in sales taxes this year.
News
North Whidbey fire chief: Levy needed to replace essential equipment
The fire district is asking voters for a 15-cent levy lid lift for equipment upgrades in November.
News
Wildfire smoke will linger until midweek
The current air quality alert lasts until Thursday at noon.
Life
Possible ‘seven-armed octopus’ found on beach at Ebey’s Landing
Scientists from across the nation agreed its most likely a specimen of Haliphron atlanticus.
Life
Happy to bee the ‘Bug Man’
Ryan Nefcy has built a reputation as Whidbey’s go-to guy for all things buggy through Facebook.
Business
On-call paddling company delivers the kayak to you | Corrected
It’s a completely mobile business.
News
Burn ban in effect as smoke moves in
No outdoor burning is allowed in unincorporated Island County, but propane barbecues are OK.
News
Stabbing aboard Coupeville-Port Townsend ferry forces cancellation Wednesday
The last sailing was canceled on Wednesday night as law enforcement responded to the stabbing.
News
Shellfish closure extended Monday to other areas of Whidbey Island
The closure now includes almost all of the west side of the island due to marine biotoxins.
News
Whidbey’s first ‘Bras & Beauty Happening’ Saturday
Women in need of bras, underwear, and hygiene items can get them for free at an event this…