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No reason to worry about drinking water availability in future, Island County expert says
The county hydrogeologist gave a presentation on environmental health and the drinking water supply.
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Port’s request met with demand for letter
The Port of South Whidbey encountered another roadblock on its journey to pursue workforce housing.
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New program helps adults in need maintain independence
Seniors and adults with disabilities will soon get some extra help in doing everyday tasks, for free
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Island County’s ‘safer smoking kits’ program draws criticism, questions
Some Whidbey leaders are criticizing a program that provides “safer smoking kits” to drug users.
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Langley mayor apologizes for bond levy mishap
Property owners who were mistakenly overcharged on their taxes will owe a little less next year.
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Hazelo pleads ‘innocent’ to disturbing Elections Office
Hazelo appeared in a courtroom packed with his supporters Wednesday to answer criminal charges.
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Freeland murder suspect claims insanity
A man accused of stabbing his mother was sent to Western State Hospital for another evaluation.
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Island Commissioner proposes atoning for racist property deeds
Melanie Bacon proposed the commissioners issue an apology on behalf of their predecessors.
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Navy runway repairs to change aircraft activity
Repairs to runways 7/25 at Ault Field on NASWI are scheduled from early March until November 2025.
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Suspect accused of impersonating dead woman to try to steal foreclosure surplus funds
A woman is accused of pretending to be a dead woman to steal $240,000 in surplus foreclosure funds.
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City, WEAN ask for summary judgment in park lawsuit
A judge in Island County Superior Court is set to hear arguments in the motions for summary judgment
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Community mourns Oak Harbor beaver
When Helen Erickson spotted a beaver swimming in her pond, she rejoiced in the rodent’s presence.
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Oak Harbor teenager charged with vehicular homicide
The teenage driver in an April 24, 2024 car crash that killed a Coupeville student was charged.