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Central Whidbey fire district may seek levy lid lift

Central Whidbey Fire may soon seek a levy lid lift to pay for additional full-time firefighters.

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Oak Harbor school bond measure unlikely to pass

It appears that the Oak Harbor Public Schools bond measure will not receive enough votes to pass, according…

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Pignapping alleged | Island Scanner

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The Lady Washington and other tall ships that visit Whidbey Island are symbols of the area's maritime heritage.

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Whidbey part of maritime heritage area

Whidbey Island’s many miles of coastline are now included in a federally recognized district.

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Langley Council voices support for long-term parking in Mukilteo

The majority of the Langley City Council is on board with a proposal by the Port of Everett.

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A wanted man was arrested with a pistol and a tactical vest with bullets in Oak Harbor this week.

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Tip leads to arrest of wanted man in Oak Harbor

A citizen tip Tuesday afternoon led Oak Harbor police to a 22-year-old Oak Harbor man who was wanted…

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Police search uncovers guns, drugs

Police response to an assault led to the discovery of illegal guns, fentanyl and methamphetamine.

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An Island Disposal truck services Village Pizzeria in downtown Langley.

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Roadside recycling offered to businesses

South Whidbey business owners can now skip a trip to the recycling center.

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Animal cruelty charges against Whidbey woman may be amended

Island County prosecutors may seek to prove aggravating circumstances in an animal cruelty case.

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City buys land for second fire station

After passage of a successful bond measure, Oak Harbor is buying land for a second fire station.

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New animal advocacy group calls for change in Island County

A new group works to improve animal welfare through stricter county codes and stronger enforcement.

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Tree people bark up wrong tree | Island Scanner

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Langley City Council takes step to create new administration position

Langley is a step closer to codifying a position that would alter the city’s administrative structure