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DNA results ID bones as missing man

A missing person case in Langley that is nearly a decade old has finally, it seems, come to…

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Langley hires new police officer

A new face will soon be joining the ranks of the Langley Police Department.

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Joe Grogan, left, accepts the Grace Under Pressure award from state Department of Health representative Derek Pell.

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Coupeville public works director awarded

A Coupeville employee won a state award this week for his work to treat Central Whidbey water.

Polly Harpole Maternity Home in Coupeville was restored.

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Open house set for historic maternity home

A Coupeville home where more than 3,000 babies were born will be open to the public Thursday.

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There is a homeless camp located in the wooded area next to The Home Depot parking lot.

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Another homeless camp pops up

Another homeless encampment in the Oak Harbor area is causing consternation among residents.

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Man charged in shooting death of teenager

A teenager is facing felony charges in the Aug. 30 shooting death of 15-year-old Ericolis Kelley.

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Pilot sues port over Oak Harbor airport

A North Whidbey resident is disputing the port’s claim to the A.J. Eisenberg Airport.

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Police chief proposes city drug ordinance

OHPD is drafting a city ordinance that would make it illegal to possess non-prescription narcotics.

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Landlord facing prison for tossing renter’s property

Sheriff’s Office deputies passed the hat to help out a father and daughter who lost everything.

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Teen arrested for fracas at Holland Happening

A teenager who was harassing people at Holland Happening led police on a short foot pursuit.

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Stakeholders participate in a groundbreaking at the site of the new Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue station in Coupeville in September 2022.

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Fire district awarded grant for station

Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue has obtained funds to complete construction on a new station.

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Candidates emerge for city seats

Political season for Oak Harbor mayor and council positions is off to the races.