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Scenic byway earns national designation
T he Cascade Loop, including the Whidbey Scenic Isle Way, is now a National Scenic Byway.
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Vaccination rate will need a booster to meet goal set by state
Island County had received fewer vaccines, per capita, than most other counties while the county has a higher-than-average…
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Study examines Everett-Whidbey passenger ferry service
So far, no government is seriously considering such a service, which would cost millions of dollars.
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School sports back, but fans told to go online
All three school districts have been exploring streaming options for sports.
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Larsen talks vaccines at OH council
The federal government would be releasing 13.5 million doses this week, he said.
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Assessor picked as permanent planning director
Mary Engle has been credited with fixing problems in the department with her straight-forward, no-nonsense style and administrative…
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Previously convicted of vehicular assault, man charged with DUI
Prosecutors charged Brian Shelley, 50, in Island County Superior Court Feb. 17 with felony DUI.
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COER: New opinion of EA-18G impacts needed
Bob Wilbur, chairperson of COER, said the group will wait for the results of the consultations before deciding…
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Langley Arts Fund taking charge of sculpture project
Council members agreed to transfer the sculpture program from the arts commission to the nonprofit.
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Langley bugged about banning pesticides
The city wants to discourage the use of insecticides within city limits although it can’t enforce it.
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Rise in suicides during COVID-19 cause for concern
The local increase in suicidal ideation among young people is particularly concerning.
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Petition takes aim at OHHS anti-abortion club
An online petition to shut down group has more than 2,000 signatures.