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Backseat drivers have strong opinions about speed limits
Many Whidbey Island residents claimed that speed limit changes were made “without notice.”
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Oak Harbor Council narrows down list of priorities
Oak Harbor council members finalized their priorities for 2027 and 2028 at a city council workshop.
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Proposed amendment to property agreement includes ADUs, duplexes
The original memorandum intended to guide residential development in a “forward-looking” manner.
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South Whidbey Elementary principal appointed
The school district announced Thursday the appointment of Jordan Young as principal.
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Island County may extend development moratorium
A development moratorium on semi-urban areas of unincorporated Island County may continue for longer
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Rock throwing leads to felony charges for Oak Harbor boys
A garage door and window had to be replaced at a cost of more than $4,000.
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City of Oak Harbor earns WellCity distinction again
The city of Oak Harbor recently announced it has once again been recognized as a 2026 WellCity by…
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Oak Harbor Marina is certifiably clean
The certification program is administered by Washington Sea Grant.
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Bill could double number of Island County seniors qualified for tax relief
The measure shifts taxes to other taxpayers, so it won’t affect state or local government budgets.
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Public hears from South Whidbey principal candidates
Three finalists for the position discussed their thoughts on safety, building trust and more.
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Dog bites hand that frees it
South Whidbey Fire/EMS rescued a dog on Sunday which had been missing for a week.
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Oak Harbor man charged with dog stabbing
An Oak Harbor man is facing felony charges after allegedly stabbing a dog during an argument and threatening…
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Woman, rescue groups work to remove 12 cats from home
Kitties were taken to Whidbey Animals’ Improvement Foundation and Critters and Co. Pet Center & Rescue.