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Sheriff, deputy duel it out in campaign
A somewhat-bitter rematch is playing out between the Island County sheriff and a veteran deputy.
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Proposed budget focuses on priorities
Oak Harbor officials recently laid out two years of spending plans.
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Judge is asked to cut the number of Growler flights
The state Attorney General’s Office is asking a judge to require the Navy to cut number of flights.
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Commissioner candidates set distinct priorities
Tim Hazelo, a Republican, is challenging incumbent Commissioner Janet St. Clair, a Democrat.
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Two levies key to new fire station
Oak Harbor residents will notice something unusual on the ballot this year.
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Island Transit completes installation of solar panels
The rooftop solar panels are part of the agency’s transition to reducing carbon consumption.
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Man accused of truck theft, assault
A Freeland man is accused of stealing a pickup from a parking lot and then beating up the…
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Goosefoot director to retire in 2023
Sandra Whiting has served at the helm of the nonprofit organization since August 2013.
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Longtime county clerk faces former top employee
Island County Clerk Debra Van Pelt is facing her first opponent in 12 years in office.
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Smoke, virus bring residents to ER
Many Whidbey Island residents have spent a lot of time coughing and sniffling in the last week.
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Grant for park to cancel property tax
Property owners in the South Whidbey Parks and Rec District won’t have to continue paying off a bond.
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Man wielded knife, bear repellent
The suspect, 46-year-old Joseph B. Hawkins, appeared in court and the judge set his bail at $50,000.