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Man injured in Oak Harbor shooting

OHPD arrested a 37-year-old man in connection with a shooting occurred Thursday afternoon.

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After-the-fact permit for historic house rejected

The homeowner had made changes to a historic home that did not conform to design guidelines.

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First baby of year is birthday gift for dad

For Jeremy Jost, the birth of his first child, Julia, was the perfect birthday present this year.

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Commissioners mull a pause of Conservation Futures program

The commissioners are considering re-evaluating the criteria for the Conservation Futures Program.

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Flood insurance rates in Island County due to recede

FEMA is ending Island County’s probationary status with the National Flood Insurance Program.

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Homes damaged, road closed, ferry rocked in wild wind storm

A wind storm toppled a tree onto a house, cancelled ferry trips and caused evacuations Tuesday.

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Dogs pelted with eggs | Island Scanner

The following items were selected from reports made to the Oak Harbor Police Department:

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The same house following completion of restoration work.

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Ebey’s Forever Grants accepting applications

The grant helps owners of historic buildings on the reserve do repair and preservation work.

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Deception Pass State Park needs teen ambassadors

Whidbey teens with a passion for the environment can help promote the conservation of the park.

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King to leave Coupeville Schools

King announced he will resign at the end of the school year, with his last day being June…

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South Whidbey Fire/EMS proposes levy lid lift

Staffing challenges and outdated equipment led SWFE to consider asking for votes for a levy lid lift

Ian Olsen presented this image of the Samuel Libbey House to the Preservation Commission. It shows the historic house after a new roof and deck.

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Work on Central Whidbey historic home causes a stir

Ebey’s Landing Historic Preservation Commission will consider an after-the-fact permit application.

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Tree ordinance passes final approval

Cutting down a tree without a permit won’t be tolerated for much longer in the Village by the…