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Wheeler is surrounded by corrections deputies

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Man accused of arson, burglary

Keith J. Wheeler pleaded not guilty to arson, burglary, resisting arrest and criminal trespass.

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Freezing temperatures burst Wharf pipes

The Coupeville wharf is closed for the time being as port officials respond to the damage.

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Cassidy Gore, left, and Ava Vallencourt get ready for their pregame performance at the Citrus Bowl.

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Oak Harbor cheerleaders perform at bowl game

Cassidy Gore and Ava Vallencourt performed at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla.

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Oak Harbor salon owner retires after four decades

Longtime North End hairdresser Carla Dozier retired at the end of 2021.

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Navy family buys 1902 Ranch

Despite the challenges, ranch life has been rife with unanticipated benefits for the family.

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Teen COVID cases see severe increase

The Omicron variant is making its way through the county.

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Whidbey librarians recommend best of 2021

Local librarians have compiled the most important end-of-the-year round-up for bibliophiles.

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Larsen stops by Whidbey to tout $1.2 trillion bill

The bipartisan act will provide millions of dollars for public amenities in Washington state.

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So long, 2021

The following are the top news stories from the front pages of the Whidbey News-Times in 2021.

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Town council supports tax increase for housing

One council member expressed reservations about the wording of the proposal.

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Students recognized for hosting state conference

Oak Harbor students hosted a virtual leadership conference for students all across the state.

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North Whidbey hosts New Years Eve events

New Years is coming to the North End with fun-filled events for the whole family.

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The winter spiral was made of evergreen tree branches and lit with candles gradually throughout the night.

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Light spiral illuminates darkest time of year

The Whidbey Island Waldorf School put on a peaceful and introspective display of light and music in advance…