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Peterson sworn in, Hizon appointed mayor pro tem

The new year in Oak Harbor brought new changes to the city council.

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Measles exposure includes ferry

Health departments in Snohomish and King counties reported three confirmed cases during the holidays

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New Langley City Council members share priorities, ideas

With the start of 2026 comes a trio of new members of the Langley City Council

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Judge denies motion to disqualify prosecutor in mask case

Tracy Abuhl allegedly refused to wear a mask while observing ballot counting in 2024.

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Fireworks accident injures resident

The man, who is in his 40s, sustained injuries to his chest, arms and face.

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City moving forward with emergency marina repairs

Major damage occurred during the wind storm on Dec. 16.

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Oak Harbor man killed by police after crime spree still unidentified

The Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office reported his identity would be released this week.

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Carlson selected for Langley mayor pro tem

Chris Carlson will serve in the position for the second time in a row.

Multiple vehicles sit along Fleming Street with yellow evidence ID tents at the scene of a fatal shooting on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Oak Harbor man dead after kidnapping, police-involved shootings

Incident started with an exchange of gunfire with police in Clinton.

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Base receiving funds for barracks improvements

HVAC system upgrades, flooring replacements and new furniture are among the planned improvements.

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Beached chemical barrel contains seawater

North Whidbey Fire and Rescue investigated the barrel labeled as containing isocyanate on Dec. 26.

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Emergency rental assistance program coming to an end

Funding is running out sooner than expected for a federal program providing rental assistance.

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Nonprofit parts ways with executive director

A change of leadership is taking place at the Oak Harbor Main Street Association.