A new draft facilities master plan includes new department buildings on land recently purchased by the Island County. The plan is still in its early stages and designs for the new buildings likely won’t be made until next year. Photo by Laura Guido/Whidbey News-Times

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New plan outlines possible county shuffle

Offices for Island County departments may be completely reorganized, according to a new draft facilities master plan.

Islanders join protest over immigration policies

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Islanders join protest over immigration policies

‘It isn’t right, and it isn’t normal’

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Pastor accused of child rape

A pastor at an Oak Harbor church is accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl, according to court…

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Therapist allegedly counseled without a license

The state Associate Marriage and Family Therapist Program charged marriage and family therapist associate Daniel David Haldeman of…

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Board to run Oak Harbor pool levy in November

Oak Harbor voters will get another chance to reopen the city’s swimming pool.

Navy SAR makes appearance at cadet training at Camp Casey

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Navy SAR makes appearance at cadet training at Camp Casey

No one was injured or in distress when the Search and Rescue helicopter from Naval Air Station Whidbey…

Store and deli opens for business in Greenbank

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Store and deli opens for business in Greenbank

Groceries, wine, beer, sandwiches to go and more

Don’t forget new fireworks rules for Island County

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Don’t forget new fireworks rules for Island County

Don’t be surprised if you see fireworks light up the skies across the island as early as 9…

Jury finds man guilty of vehicular homicide

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Jury finds man guilty of vehicular homicide

A jury in Island County Superior Court this week found a man guilty of vehicular homicide for causing…

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Town council to fill sudden vacancy

Town of Coupeville Councilwoman Christine Crowell announced she is leaving her seat early because of an illness in…

Park’s closure brings changes

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Park’s closure brings changes

The closure this summer of Oak Harbor’s Windjammer Park will mean some changes are necessary in the city’s…

‘Lost’ pots can deplete crab numbers

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‘Lost’ pots can deplete crab numbers

Fewer crab pots lost means more crab on the table.

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Three kayakers rescued Sunday

Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue picked up three kayakers struggling against the wind and current Sunday between…