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After 15 years on lam, sailor is back in the news

James Tait Praefke vanished from the brig at Navy Base Kitsap Bangor 15 years ago.

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Island County gathers materials in response to court order

A federal court issued the subpoena for information related to jet noise from NAS Whidbey.

Wyatt and Deanna Loasby show off a potato harvested last month from South Whidbey School Farms’ garden. Photo provided by South Whidbey School Farms.

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Outdoor classes plotted for South Whidbey schools

The South Whidbey School District is seeking the community’s help to build an outdoor classroom.

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Oak Harbor interim finance director, revenue projections raise concerns from City Council

A new, permanent, finance director will likely be selected in October.

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OB/GYN alleges discrimination in lawsuit against WhidbeyHealth

Dr. Melissa Chin alleges discrimination based on her gender and national origin.

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All students are eligible for free meals the rest of the year

Oak Harbor, Coupeville and South Whidbey school districts are offering free meals to all kids

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Man accused of assaulting homeless man, police officers

An Oak Harbor man is charged with assaulting a homeless man with a leash and biting a police…

Deception Pass Bridge work will extend another year

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Deception Pass Bridge work will extend another year

$22 mil project was originally slated to be completed this fall

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Dingy thief drives away from Cornet Bay | Island Scanner

The following items were selected from reports made to the Island County Sheriff’s Office:

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DNA ties suspect to hit-and-run, burglary

A man from Kansas is accused of crashing a stolen vehicle on South Whidbey, running from the scene…

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Panel looking at South Whidbey passenger ferry

A passengers-only ferry between South Whidbey and Everett is one of nine possible routes being considered in a…

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Accused murderer bails out, turns himself in to Helena, Mont., police

An Oak Harbor man accused of committing a 2011 murder in Montana posted a $500,000 bail bond last…

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City assesses need for housing shortage plan

The City of Oak Harbor is knee-deep in an effort to assess needs for its housing action plan,…