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A couple and their dog climb over the driftwood at Clinton Beach that has piled up after winter storms.
    Driftwood proliferation blocks beach access, but solution ‘a...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 25, 2021 1:30 am

    Winter storms during the past two years have inundated Clinton Beach with driftwood.

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    Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
Tracy Dietz's Australian shepherd, Sirius, jumps in the pool after a tennis ball at her home north of Oak Harbor. She offers pool use, dog training and a play area at FluffyButt Dog Training operated out of her house.
    Every day’s a puppy pool party at FluffyButt...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 25, 2021 1:30 am

    Tracy Dietz opened FluffyButt Dog Training at her home just north of Oak Harbor earlier this month.

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    Rowing club may find a home at Windjammer Park
    Rowing club may find a home at Windjammer...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 22, 2021 1:30 am

    Rowers of all ages may be coming to Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor, if a local club’s plans work out.

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    Langley council picks Chaplin for mayor over fellow council member
    Langley council picks Chaplin for mayor over fellow...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 22, 2021 1:30 am

    Langley city council members chose Scott Chaplin as the next mayor over Councilmember Thomas Gill.

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    New commander takes helm at NAS Whidbey
    New commander takes helm at NAS Whidbey
    By Emily Gilbert • June 22, 2021 1:30 am

    Capt. Eric Hanks has been selected to replace Capt. Matthew Arny.

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    Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times
    Chlorine shortage leads to water supply worries
    By Emily Gilbert • June 22, 2021 1:30 am

    North Whidbey residents have been asked to voluntarily reduce water usage.

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    Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
Members of the North Puget Sound Dragon Boat Club launched their 40-foot-long dragon boat at Oak Harbor Marina for the season on Wednesday.
    Dragon boats returning to water
    By Emily Gilbert • June 18, 2021 1:30 am

    After a year off the water, members of the local dragon boating team are looking for new members.

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    Photo courtesy America's Boating Club of Deception Pass
Inquiring minds hoping to nab that crab will have two opportunities to learn the tips and tricks of the trade this month before the recreational season opens July 1.
    Boating Club holding free seminar on crabbing
    By Emily Gilbert • June 18, 2021 1:30 am

    Crabbers have two chances this month to learn tips and tricks before the season opens on July 1.

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    Photo courtesy Laura Thompson
    Teen, retriever make top 8 in kennel show
    By Emily Gilbert • June 18, 2021 1:30 am

    Madison Thompson was one of the youngest competitors in her division of 80 kids.

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    Oak Harbor Public School photo - group
    Oak Harbor top 10 reveal their plans post-high...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 18, 2021 1:30 am

    Oak Harbor High School seniors graduate on June 19.

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    More federal relief money than expected headed to Whidbey
    More federal relief money than expected headed to...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 18, 2021 1:30 am

    Whidbey Island will soon receive millions of dollars of American Rescue Plan funding.

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    Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
    Deception Pass Bridge wrapped up as repairs, painting...
    By Emily Gilbert • June 15, 2021 1:30 am

    The sheeting prevents paint chips and sandblasting materials from falling into the water.

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    Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
Vera Easton, 4, with mother Maggie on the first day of U-pick strawberries at Bell's Farm near Coupeville.
    For local farm, seasonal help is slim pickings
    By Emily Gilbert • June 11, 2021 1:30 am

    Berry pickers are needed for Bell’s Farm.

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