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New coalition seeks fix for ferries, hosts summit

A new citizen action movement prepares to host its first legislative summit just a boat ride away.

Bald eagles have increased in numbers on Whidbey Island. (Photo provided)

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Audubon societies prepare for world’s longest-running science project

Local Audubon Societies are gearing up for this year’s Christmas Bird Count, the longest-running community science project in…

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Another garage fire lights North Whidbey

The garage took some internal damage, but the structure remained intact.

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In Republican turnaround, Johnson and Muzzall win reelection

A red shift in votes counted after Election Day caused turnarounds in two races affecting Whidbey.

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Community effort tries to bring band back

After band was cut from the school budget, a parent is leading an effort to create new opportunities

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Woman airlifted following collision

A Freeland woman was seriously injured in a vehicular collision Friday afternoon on the highway.

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Oak Harbor to develop new economic strategy

Oak Harbor is seeking some creative ways to revitalize the economy.

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In turnaround, county commissioner, state senator poised for win after latest vote count

Commissioner Jill Johnson, a Republican, has moved ahead of Christina Elliott by 574 votes

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A place of their own: Coupeville Boys and Girls Club plans a gym

Coupeville Boys and Girls Club will build a playground for the whole community.

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Johnson, Elliott race within two votes

Contest between Island County commissioner candidates a dead heat, but 10,000 ballots left to count

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Senate, county commissioner race too close to call

Two key races affecting Whidbey Island residents are real nail-biters.

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Navy man killed in motorcycle accident

A man was killed when his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck on North Whidbey Thursday night.

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Coupeville attorney levies rare criticism of fellow member of the bar

A bail reduction hearing became an unusual inquiry into the conduct of a defense attorney.