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Judge blocks state requirement for priests to report child abuse disclosed in confession

Washington Catholic priests cannot be required to report child abuse or neglect that they learn of.

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South Whidbey Parks and Rec chooses bid for pickleball courts

Construction is expected to begin soon on a highly anticipated outdoor project on South Whidbey.

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Singer Mira Arcilla stands next to Everett AquaSox On-Field Emcee Steve Willits.

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Everett AquaSox host Whidbey singer

Blind talent, Mira Arcilla, performed the national anthem for the Everett AquaSox game Sunday.

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Food Hub expands access for wholesale customers

A popular place to get locally grown food has just expanded with a new wholesale program.

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Four hospital district board candidates on the primary ballot

Three of five seats on the board will be on the ballot without incumbents seeking reelection.

Larry Goff and Chris Chan are two of the candidates running for Commissioner of the Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue.

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Three vie for fire commissioner position

Three candidates are running for a seat on the board as Commissioner Cheryl Engle’s term ends.

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Volunteers help fight Coupeville fire

Bystanders’ quick thinking helped fight a fire in Coupeville earlier this week.

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Oak Harbor father charged with incest, sex crimes

He is charged with incest and other sex crimes he allegedly committed against his daughter.

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Large brush fires on Whidbey spark new burn ban

Two major brush fires this week have caused consternation for fire department officials.

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County, city disagreement over growth planning leads to unusual change in population projection

Exasperated commissioners made a decision that may affect the availability of housing for years.

Mrs. Parker's TTK class engaged in hands-on activities in the classroom.

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Law change adds challenges to kindergarten program

A new state law creates big changes for little learners in Coupeville.

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WEAN, Langley citizen appeal removal of ‘Edgecliff 6’

Neighbors gathered during the removal of six towering Douglas fir trees along Edgecliff Drive.

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Thief tried to break into ATM with harpoon truck

A man stole a truck, outfitted it with a makeshift harpoon and tried to force open an ATM