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Patient volumes at WhidbeyHealth drive revenue jump

WhidbeyHealth has good financial news, largely due to an increase in the number of patients.

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Two people were trying to get their vehicle running on Central Whidbey when it caught fire Friday night, igniting a nearby trailer where they lived.

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Vehicle fire destroys trailer on South Whidbey

Minor injuries were sustained.

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Whidbey man accused of jumping on stranger’s car

“Escalating behavior” included attacking a man, removing clothing outdoors and chasing a dog.

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Langley Main Street Associated recognized for performance

The group was designated as an Affiliate Main Street America program.

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WhidbeyHealth board seeks candidates

The board nominated James Canby for appointment, but other candidates will be considered.

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Newcomer considered for new Port of South Whidbey executive director

The board voted unanimously to offer employment to Randy Mueller of Ridgefield, Washington.

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A rendering of the new hybrid-electric ferry design that went out to bid last year.

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Economic study shows benefit of building ferries locally

Construction of hybrid ferries by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders would be a boon to the economy.

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Island County makes federal ‘sanctuary jurisdiction’ list

The city of Langley is not on the list, even though it was one of the pioneering sanctuary…

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From left, Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon, Jill Johnson and Janet St. Clair present the new mobile outreach van.

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Island County takes health services on the road with new van

The van is designed to directly reach individuals and families across Island County.

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With the new legislation, ferry workers are better protected from bad behavior aboard the vessels.

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New bill addresses bad behavior on ferries

The governor recently signed into law Senate Bill 5716, which carries harsher penalties.

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Marshall appointed as Oak Harbor chamber director

The city council member has been named as the new leader.

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Jaidan Suber worked at the park as a beach naturalist and sustainability intern before landing a job as a park interpreter through AmeriCorps last year.

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Park foundation makes up for AmeriCorps cuts

The government is no longer going to fund the park’s two interpretive staff positions.

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South Whidbey Parks and Rec board discusses project bids, levy

Pickleball courts, a new recreational aquatic facility and more.