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Oak Harbor man arrested for threats, claims laser aimed at his genitals

An Oak Harbor man was arrested for exposing himself to a family and threatening to kill his neighbor…

The Deception Pass Bridge will be closed to motorists for five nights this month for paving.

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Deception Pass bridge closed nightly July 12-17 for paving

Deception Pass bridge will close to traffic for five consecutive nights beginning Sunday, July 12, according to the…

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Church Notes

Oak Harbor churches are now accepting enrollments for Vacation Bible School and preschool. The Christian Science Reading Room…

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Oak Harbor resident graduates from Linfield College | Notable

Victoria Lynn Nickerson, of Oak Harbor, graduated from Linfield College with a bachelor of arts in health education.…

Shoppers sprint through the entry of the Coupeville Lions’ Garage Sale Saturday morning. The annual sale included thousands of items which had been donated over the past year. Funds raised from the sale will go towards Coupeville Lions Club programs such as eyeglasses and hearing aides for those in need

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Ready, set, shop! Items go quickly at annual Coupeville Lions Garage Sale

Hundreds gathered at Coupeville Elementary School over the weekend for the annual Coupeville Lions Garage Sale.

An EA-6B Prowler taxis after a final flyover at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station Saturday

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So long to the Prowler | Slideshow

Oak Harbor bid farewell to the the EA-6B Prowler during a celebration that culminated with a final flyover…

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Babe Ruth team falls at district

The Oak Harbor 13/14 Babe Ruth baseball team, which also includes seven players from Coupeville, fell twice in…

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Island County sheriff announces series of jail reforms

In response to a report on an inmate’s death, Island County Sheriff Mark Brown announced that he has…

Bryan Ross signs paperwork in court Tuesday as attorney Craig Platt and Island County Prosecutor Greg Banks look on.

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Rape conviction vacated over prosecutor’s omission

A Camano Island man’s rape conviction was vacated Tuesday because a former deputy prosecutor didn’t disclose potentially exculpatory…

The new wing of Whidbey General will be divided into three pods. The designer took influences from the area’s historic blockhouses.

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Historic panel clears path for Whidbey General Hospital buildout

Whidbey General Hospital is a step closer to breaking ground on its $50-million expansion project.

A drip hose is being used for the first time at Prairie Bottom Farm in Coupeville to give young vegetables a drink of water.

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Lack of rain takes toll on some Whidbey Island crops

The months of May and June have produced little rainfall through Central and North Whidbey, which has reduced…

Brandon Nelson and Wilbur Purdue get an early start on harvesting Inchelium garlic at Prairie Bottom Farm.

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Dry season heightens fire concerns

Longtime residents of Whidbey Island are calling the weather this month the driest and most pleasant that they…

Pat Rodden’s passion for cycling led to his involvement in Warm Showers

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A warm reception: Whidbey Islander rides network of international cyclists

Warms Showers is a free worldwide hospitality exchange for touring cyclists. Those who sign up must be willing…