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North Whidbey Fire and Rescue chief dies
North Whidbey Fire and Rescue’s recently hired fire chief died from pancreatic cancer Sept. 17.
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Secretary of Navy: Jet noise issue ‘top priority’
During a visit to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Navy Secretary Richard V. Spencer called the conflict around…
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Islanders join global climate change protests
Some of Whidbey’s young people are worried about how their futures will look on a warming planet with…
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Business steps in to clean up encampment
An article about the state of disarray on a notorious Oak Harbor property inspired one business owner to…
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County gearing up for new trails, road improvements in 6-year plan
New trails and intersection improvements are on the books for the next couple of years, according to the…
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WhidbeyHealth’s facility projects total $55.5 million, says project manager
WhidbeyHealth has paid all its bills for its major facility improvements and expansion that began more than five…
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Getting clean: Family reunites, offers hope for others battling addiction
Daniel and Adriana Aivles were addicted to heroin and living out of a car during some of Oak…
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Agreement reached between hospital, island fire districts
After months of negotiating, North and Central Whidbey fire districts have reached agreements to continue longstanding deals with…
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Leaders work on plan to end homelessness
Whidbey leaders and residents have been discussing the issue of homelessness for years, but Island County will soon…
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Workshop looks at rising sea level
Whidbey Island dwellers may have a interest in the effects rising sea levels will have on their properties…
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Guide offers tips for ‘Hiking Close to Home
Washington state is known for its flannel-wearing, IPA-drinking, nature-loving residents, and Whidbey Island happens to be a haven…
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Oak Harbor Motors saying ‘thanks’ for 40 years and counting
The Horrobins rolled into town back when someone could purchase a new car for about $4,000.
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Island County cuts off its funding for Spin Cafe
An Oak Harbor day shelter for homeless people is hoping to repair its relationship with Island County after…