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City’s outside hire says sewer project is on track
The part-time project manager hired to oversee the completion of Oak Harbor’s sewage treatment plant said the project…
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Republican incumbents’ seats could be in danger in narrow contests
If Tuesday’s primary results are an indicator of how November’s election will go, Republican incumbents may have cause…
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Commissioners show impatience with Planning board
A recent work session seemed to highlight growing impatience among members of the Board of Island County Commissioners…
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‘This is the best job I could’ve asked for’
What began as an admiration for Steve Irwin developed into a passion for outdoor education.
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Blaze that destroyed home being investigated
Officials from local fire districts, the Island County Sheriff’s Office and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms…
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For t’ai chi class, yielding sabers all about better balance
Onlookers who witnessed a group of sword-wielding people Tuesday night at Fort Casey need not be concerned —…
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Supporters push for teacher pay raises
Parents and staff advocated for teacher support in the form of salary increases at the Coupeville School Board…
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Rotary clubs ‘Walk for Water’ to raise money for wells in Uganda
North Whidbey and Oak Harbor Rotary clubs are bringing a piece of life in Uganda to Oak Harbor…
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Race for sheriff: Both tout experience, but differ in plans for change
The two candidates for Island County sheriff agree low staffing is one of the department’s biggest challenges, but…
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Police holding Citizens Academy
The Oak Harbor Police Department is hoping to give an in-depth look at the experiences and training of…