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Police escort unmasked observer from elections office

Island County Elections Office made regional news because of two incidents over the last year.

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Police nab alleged car thief with mismatched shoes

A suspected car thief’s unique ensemble helped police identify her from security camera footage.

Oak Park Free Camp Ground, Oak Harbor Whidbey Island community 
gathering in “Oak Park” which later became what we know today as Smith Park. (Island County Historical Society, Library and Archives, 2014.11.08a)

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Smith Park to join local historic register

Oak Harbor’s Smith Park may soon be on the local historic register.

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Car fire sparked by collision with tree

A driver sustained minor injuries Thursday morning when a car hit a tree and caught on fire.

Photo by Luisa Loi

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Oak Harbor school projects break ground

The new buildings will bring down the number of portable classrooms in use around the district.

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President, senator among those offering condolence for fallen Growler crew

The tragedy that took the lives of two aviators elicited thoughts and prayers from across the nation

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State Ferries plans for charging infrastructure

In anticipation of its new fleet of hybrid-electric vessels, WSF has begun readying its terminals.

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Longtime Congressman faces MAGA business owner

Both candidates are confident they have the experience Whidbey voters are looking for.

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Salary Commission controversy sparks new rules

The Oak Harbor Salary Commission may soon have new rules for giving public notice on its meetings.

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Island transit names director

The Board of Directors finalized a contract with a new executive director this week.

Councilmembers Bryan Stucky and Barbara Armes watch a seal at the Oak Harbor marina. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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City looks to Navy, port district to keep marina afloat

The new repairs plan includes possibly utilizing the Navy-owned upland and creating a port district.

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Rick Larsen attended Habitat for Humanity's grand reopening of the store on Pioneer Way, a building he secured $2 million for.

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Habitat for Humanity buys home of its own

Habitat for Humanity of Island County finally has its own home.

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Oak Harbor teenager accused in stabbing

The teenage victim suffered lacerations on her hand and back and also lost a large chunk of her…