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From left, Jake Bailey, Oliver Abercrombie, Colton Gehring, Mya Grymes and Ethan Tang play in Kick-Brass.
    Kick-Brass makes a splash
    By Rachel Rosen • March 10, 2023 1:30 am

    Five talented Oak Harbor teens formed a brass band that plays exuberant, irresistibly catchy music.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
The archway for Serendipity Lane has been the first phase of the project to be completed.
    Grants may lead to Serendipity Lane construction
    By Rachel Rosen • March 10, 2023 1:30 am

    Serendipity Lane may be one small step closer to becoming a reality.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
From left, Gaye Litka and Katie Jones. Litka plays Gingy who shows sketches of dresses she’s worn in her life throughout the play.
    Play explores clothing as storytelling
    By Rachel Rosen • March 7, 2023 1:30 am

    A play about women and completely cast with women is coming to the Whidbey Playhouse stage.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
    Guarding the flock: Chicken farms rely on specialized...
    By Rachel Rosen • March 3, 2023 1:30 am

    Dogs that live outside and guard livestock became a hot topic on the island back in December.

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    Oak Harbor schools to cut budget by 5%
    By Rachel Rosen • March 3, 2023 1:30 am

    Oak Harbor Public Schools is facing more bad news on the horizon.

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The Coupeville-to-Port Townsend ferry route will not be fully restored to two-boat service until spring of 2024.
    Coupeville ferry route to remain one-boat service
    By Rachel Rosen • March 3, 2023 1:30 am

    The Coupeville-to-Port Townsend ferry won’t be restored to two-boat service until spring of 2024.

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The city of Oak Harbor has recently annexed a small plot of land near Maple Leaf Cemetery.
    Oak Harbor annexation troubles neighbors
    By Rachel Rosen • February 28, 2023 1:30 am

    A plot of land that was annexed by the city of Oak Harbor has drawn concerns from nearby residents.

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The architectural design for Oak Harbor’s new fire station.
    Oak Harbor Fire Department plans to increase staffing
    By Rachel Rosen • February 28, 2023 1:30 am

    The Oak Harbor fire department will expand its operations by hiring several new employees.

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    Roller Barn expands with indoor pickleball
    By Rachel Rosen • February 28, 2023 1:30 am

    Pickleball players on Whidbey Island can now enjoy Washington’s official state sport all year round.

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    Oak Harbor student Brianna Richard competes in the Marksmanship Precision event. Richard won first place in the Physical Fitness Iron Woman event.
    Straight shooters
    By Rachel Rosen • February 28, 2023 1:30 am

    Oak Harbor High School’s NJROTC team competed in a Northwest Drill and Rifle Conference competition.

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    Angel sculpture slated for Flintstone Park
    By Rachel Rosen • February 24, 2023 1:30 am

    The controversial Angel de la Creatividad sculpture is set to be installed in Flintstone Park.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
    Middle school students learn life-saving lessons
    By Rachel Rosen • February 24, 2023 1:30 am

    The Oak Harbor Fire Department is teaching middle school students how to save lives.

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Mike and Margaret Croom host a brunch at their home on North Whidbey.
    A recipe for fun: Whidbey couple starts dinner...
    By Rachel Rosen • February 21, 2023 1:30 am

    “With Magsy” may be the first private supper club on the island.

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    • Documentary to capture trials and tribulations of Roller Derby
    • Hoffmire plans to run for Oak Harbor mayor
    • Entire Oak Harbor school board will be on ballot in election that may be transformative
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    • Private airport buyer undeterred by Port of Coupeville’s momentum

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