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Oak Harbor to get a second pot retailer

The ability of Oak Harbor residents to participate in a medical marijuana cooperative under the state’s new rules…

At the end of the one-mile hike to Hoypus Point is a stunning view of Mount Baker and a bit of history — remnants of the old ferry landing that became obsolete after the bridge was built in 1935.

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Road less traveled: Hoypus Point Forest offers mixture of grand views, history and deep woods escape at Deception Pass

The first time I set foot on this road on the perimeter of Hoypus Point Forest, it was…

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Church Notes

Here's what's happening at Whidbey Island churches and places of worship.

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Environmental group knows laws, science | Letter

Oh what a wondrous web the Island County commissioners weave as they attempt to spin their record and…

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Offering novel ideas to address situation | Letter

Recently, an article appeared in the Whidbey News-Times regarding the homeless situation in Island County, and Oak Harbor…

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Organizers still seeking sponsors, volunteers for hydro races

Organizers of an Oak Harbor hydroplane race event are hoping more volunteers, vendors and sponsors step up.

Taylor Lennox (left) and Mayra Martinez drive one of six Wienermobiles that travel throughout the United States for Oscar Mayer.

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Wienermobile rolling into Oak Harbor on Thursday

Taylor Lennox and Mayra Martinez don’t need to wish to be an Oscar Mayer wiener — they already…

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Parks district chairman resigns after being in serious accident

After nearly a year of service, North Whidbey Parks and Recreation District Chairman Cecil Pierce stepped down from…

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Teen suicide a crisis in county, mental health experts say

According to area mental health experts, teen suicide is more than a public health problem; it’s a crisis.

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Oak Harbor Senior Center events schedule | Bridge

Here's what's happening at the Oak Harbor Senior Center during the month of August.

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Blue Angels will fly over Whidbey base today

The Navy’s Blue Angels will conduct a flyover at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island's Ault Field Monday, Aug.…

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Oak Harbor’s annual Night Out promotes community-police partnerships

National Night Out is always a big deal in Oak Harbor, but this year may be a bigger…

Carl Freund surveys a campsite on his property near a commercial hub in Oak Harbor. People camp on site and leave trash.

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A mess to clean up: Issue of homelessness is one community must address, says interim chief

The Freund family homestead is one of the last, large patches of green space in Oak Harbor city…