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Wright plans to be ‘more present’ as mayor

A Navy veteran who is a financial professional with a history of volunteerism and leadership roles wants to…

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A Growler practices last year at OLF Coupeville.

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Growler malfunction over Whidbey raises concern

An EA-18G Growler jet experienced an engine malfunction while doing touch-and-go exercises at a Navy practice field in…

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Very hungry caterpillars arrive on island

A type of orangish caterpillar is proliferating in parts of Whidbey Island.

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Empty pants found | Island Scanner

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Convicted child rapist faces new charge

A convicted child rapist is accused of raping a Coupeville woman.

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Port commissioner seat lacks candidate

The last few hours of the candidate filing period last week were eventful.

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Proposed code focuses on animal welfare

Island County commissioners had their first look at a rewritten animal welfare ordinance.

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Thief goes for a swim | Island Scanner

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Charges dismissed in child rape case after two mistrials

Prosecutors dismissed charges against a man who went on trial twice on child rape charges.

The sewage plant in Oak Harbor.

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Former public works director, city of Oak Harbor settle lawsuit

Oak Harbor settled a lawsuit brought by the former public works director and city engineer.

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A few surprises emerge in first day of candidate filing period on Whidbey

More than 60 local government positions will be on the ballot throughout Island County.

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Splash parks opens for hot weather

The city of Oak Harbor is opening the splash work this weekend in anticipation of hot weather.

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Manslaughter suspect appears in court

An Oak Harbor man accused in the shooting death of 15-year-old Ericolis Kelley appeared in court.