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NAS Whidbey busy with construction
Several major construction projects are underway at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station and the Seaplane base. Here’s what’s…
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The angler beside them: Those who fished next to Rick Cruz for years were unaware of his Vietnam commendations
By RON NEWBERRY Two fishing poles lean against a wall in Rose Cruz’s home. The sturdy rods are…
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Congressman Larsen summarizes vet roundtables
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen met with more than 400 veterans and their families in August in a series…
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‘The whale’ will be on display at Langley gate
Jeff Hansen doesn’t know why, but the A-3 Skywarrior has a hold on him. It’s ensnared him so…
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Cadets show their colors at Safeco Field
By DEBRA VAUGHN Before Oak Harbor High School senior Chase Powell stepped onto Safeco Field, he was so…
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Cort resigns as Oak Harbor city administrator
Oak Harbor City Administrator Larry Cort retired as the top non-elected city official last week to focus on…
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Commissioners moves to intervene in lawsuit filed by Island County prosecutor
Complicated litigation that’s pitting the Island County prosecutor and the board of commissioners against each other has become…
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Accused murderer will remain held on $1 million
A man accused of shooting and killing his estranged friend during a small-time drug deal in Oak Harbor…
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Attorney General appeals ruling in Whidbey General Hospital assault case
The Washington State Attorney General’s Office has appealed a judge’s decision regarding reimbursement of attorney’s fees in a…
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Jury finds Oak Harbor man guilty in crash that killed twin sisters
Ira Blackstock is guilty of causing a car crash on Halloween 2013 that killed 17-year-old twin sisters and…
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Oak Harbor police hold open house
Oak Harbor Police Chief Ed Green said the department is holding an open house from 3 to 7…
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Camano bus routes subsidized by sales taxes from Whidbey
Officials are not surprised that Whidbey Island is subsidizing Island Transit bus service on Camano Island. That, they…
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Oak Harbor city administrator steps down due to health concerns
Oak Harbor City Administrator Larry Cort retired as the top non-elected city official last week to focus on…