Officials from local fire districts, the Island County Sheriff’s Office and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are investigating the cause of… Continue reading
North Whidbey and Oak Harbor Rotary clubs are bringing a piece of life in Uganda to Oak Harbor Saturday morning. The two clubs are hosting… Continue reading
Parents and staff advocated for teacher support in the form of salary increases at the Coupeville School Board of Directors meeting Monday. The board passed… Continue reading
The two candidates for Island County sheriff agree low staffing is one of the department’s biggest challenges, but propose different solutions and strategies moving forward.… Continue reading
Two years can make a world of difference — especially for young salmon and birds looking for new habitat. “Make it and they’ll come,” Jessica… Continue reading
The Oak Harbor Police Department is hoping to give an in-depth look at the experiences and training of police officers through its free Citizens’ Academy.… Continue reading
Event founder aims for largest-ever smoke pit
Firefighters from South Whidbey Fire/EMS and Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue conducted a rescue of the four-legged variety Wednesday afternoon. At about 3:30 p.m.,… Continue reading
Population stabilized; facility for unmanned drone in the works
Candidate for Island County district three commissioner Janet St. Clair has raised approximately $40,000 more than her opponent, incumbent Rick Hannold, according to Public Disclosure… Continue reading
Something big has been reportedly seen prowling around Oak Harbor — something big and cat-like. The Oak Harbor Police Department received two calls last week… Continue reading
‘We’re just really blown away by these kids’
Jennifer Paddock had dedicated her career to helping children, which made her position at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County a logical next step.… Continue reading
The days might be long and the weather warm, but Christmas spirit is nearly as high as it would be in December at the North… Continue reading
Officials from Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue say they are unable to determine the cause of a fire that destroyed an uninhabited house Wednesday.… Continue reading
Affordable housing efforts on Whidbey Island are drawing a broad range of reactions, among them fear it will attract people who engage in disruptive or… Continue reading
Seahawks running back Chris Carson and offensive tackle George Fant will sign posters starting 1 p.m. Saturday at Louis Gs in Oak Harbor. Signatures won’t… Continue reading
Though born in California, Jes Walker-Wyse has made a mark on Oak Harbor in a relatively short amount of time. Since moving to the city… Continue reading
Offices for Island County departments may be completely reorganized, according to a new draft facilities master plan. The draft 20-year plan, presented last week to… Continue reading
A woman from Coupeville is accused of stealing towels, beer and bedding from her neighbor’s house, according to court document. Prosecutors charged Amanda Cantu, 45,… Continue reading
