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Everybody out of the pool; new site on Central Whidbey for swim lessons
After more than a half century teaching children on Central Whidbey how to swim, a beloved program is…
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Canoeists flock to Penn Cove Water Festival
The torrential downpour that drenched the area with record rainfall Saturday generally waited until a celebration of Whidbey’s…
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Whidbey General Hospital voting ends on Tuesday
Voters have until Tuesday, May 17, to return their ballots on the $50 million bond proposed to fund…
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Whidbey General Hospital rejects private takeover
Well, at least they wore nice suits. Despite being dressed for success, leaders from Capella Healthcare didn’t have…
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Penn Cove Water Festival celebrates 20th year
A milestone will be set with this weekend’s celebration of Whidbey Island’s Native American heritage. The Penn Cove…
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You and me and rain on the roof: Weather ignored by Central Whidbey Hearts and Hammers
A drizzly Saturday couldn’t dampen the spirits of nearly 100 volunteers who helped their neighbors by fixing roofs…
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Whales will replace salmon near the Coupeville Wharf
A popular downtown Coupeville landmark carved by a venerable woodworker will soon become a part of history.
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Central Whidbey Hearts and Hammers help homeowners
At least 75 volunteers will scatter throughout Central Whidbey Island Saturday to lend a hand to homeowners who…
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In Coupeville, a historic home is still a home
A tweak in regulations have Coupeville leaders hoping the change will make it easier to fill historic homes.…
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Summer road work includes Oak Harbor, dangerous Arnold Road intersection
Motorists will have to endure another summer of road construction projects, with two major highway jobs slated for…
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Whidbey General Hospital aim: 1 patient per room
While a proposed new wing at Whidbey General Hospital will improve and modernize conditions, it won’t do much…
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Voters poised to decide on Whidbey General Hospital bond
Voters will soon decide whether a modernization of Whidbey General Hospital becomes a reality. The Island County Auditor’s…
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Harbor Haven shutters respite childcare center
The lack of money has prompted a Coupeville nonprofit to shutter its child care center and start looking…