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Port executive director gets raise

The Port of Coupeville Executive Director is receiving a pay raise.

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Survey shows mostly positive impression of rural events

Though public hearings on the issue have often been contentious on both sides, a small survey conducted by…

Marc Gallaway

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Oak Harbor grad earns state Principal of the Year honor

Marc Gallaway, a 1988 graduate of Oak Harbor High School and currently the principal at Selah Middle School,…

Molka Xete, a new restaurant in Greenbank, specializes in street-style tacos that are five for $10. They make all the food from scratch, including sauces, tacos, tortillas and chips.

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Center of island buzzing with new businesses

‘Molka Xete’ opens while store, deli and pot shop get ready

Photo provided.                                A weather camera captures what looks like a missile being launched from Whidbey.

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Curious photo fueling speculation

Base says no rockets were launched on Whidbey

Photo by Jessie Stensland / Whidbey News Group.                                Convicted murderer Joshua Lambert appears bored during a hearing last Friday on a series of his motions. He is acting as his own attorney.

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Murderer clogs online system with motions

A murderer being held in Island County jail is making the most of the legal system.

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Neighbors irked by proposed 30-unit home park

A proposed manufactured housing development south of Oak Harbor has triggered an outcry from neighbors and a local…

Woman accused of grabbing girl at Deception Pass park

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Woman accused of grabbing girl at Deception Pass park

A 64-year-old woman is accused of grabbing a child and running away with her at a Deception Pass…

Photos by Maria Matson/Whidbey News-Times                                Luke Carlson, 19, stands with his family. He plans to attend Washington State University to pursue a degree in agricultural education.

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Coupeville sends 70 graduates into world

Beaming parents, black and red balloons and excited graduates filled Coupeville High School’s auditorium Friday evening.

New planning commissioner: People who want to live here ‘will work for it’

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New planning commissioner: People who want to live here ‘will work for it’

Adoption of the nearly-completed update to the housing element of Island County Planning and Community development’s comprehensive plan…

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Sheep and llamas let loose | Island Scanner

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

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New bike lockers for cycling commuters

New bike lockers are being installed at Island Transit bus stops to provide a safe, secure and weather-resistant…

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County grows in retail sales

New numbers released by the state Department of Revenue shows that Island County experienced a healthy growth in…