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Oak Harbor mobile home park residents bemoan sewer, water problems
Owner said she’s trying to annex park into city to hook into water, sewer systems.
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Police warn of ‘AI Homeless Man Prank’ at school, reassure that it’s a hoax
There were no incidents or safety concerns involving the homeless population at any school campus
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South Whidbey salmon recovery project receives grant
A project sponsored by the Tulalip Tribes focusing on Cultus Bay won a $314,395 grant.
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Cascadia Water customer rates to rise by 49%
The change is down from the 107% increase the company had previously requested.
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Navy expands sampling of PFAS in wells
None of the 26 private, off-base drinking water wells sampled by the Navy in 2025 tested positive.
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Former park and rec colleagues vie for Oak Harbor Council seat
James Marrow and Brit Kraner are running for the position in the Nov. 4 election.
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Schools awarded $38M for jet noise mitigation
Grants were awarded through the Community Noise Mitigation Program
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Federal shutdown has little immediate effect on island
Many of the immediate effects are related to the military.
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Bank from Whidbey grows
Heritage Bank, which also does business as Whidbey Island Bank, is acquiring the Kitsap Bank company
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Gender-neutral school restrooms cause a stir
Rumors about gender-neutral restrooms in future South Whidbey schools have raised safety concerns.
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Veterans share concerns with congressman
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen outlined his goals to help military members receive greater access to care.
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Student works to bring youth court to island
Youth court would allow teens to make legal decisions regarding minors who committed misdemeanors.