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North Whidbey sinks South Skagit for district title, state berth | Junior baseball
The North Whidbey Junior (13/14) baseball team is heading to the state tournament. North Whidbey thumped South Skagit…
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North/Central Whidbey uses big inning to net win | 11/12 softball
The North/Central Whidbey 11/12 Little League softball team used some fifth-inning magic of its own to defeat Sedro-Woolley…
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‘Out of sight, out of mind’: Handling town’s waste is an intricate process
Discussions about the town’s sewer system are at the forefront of town news as the town council considers…
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Finding that deal for a steal
Crowds gathered Saturday morning for the start of the annual Coupeville Lions Club Garage Sale.
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Shank praised for hard work, given a raise
The Coupeville School Board extended the contract of Superintendent Jim Shank Monday night while offering praise for the…
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Eliminating RV park far from a good idea | Letter
I, like many others, do not like the latest program to change Oak Harbor and spend our tax…
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Razing of hospital artwork a tragic loss | Letter
What a tragic loss to our island community that the sculpture he created and dedicated to Whidbey General…
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Election of Clinton a threat to constitution | Letter
The Constitution is our foundation, our solid bedrock, that long made America unique. It should not be altered…
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COER about money, not health, safety | Letter
Since moving back to Oak Harbor in 2010, I have been aware of the Citizens of Ebey’s Reserve,…
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Apology is due those with noise concerns | Letter
To Island County Commissioner Jill Johnson, consider this an open letter responding to your objection to COER’s June…
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About a third of households in county rent, cost-burdened
Lack of affordable housing continues to be a problem.