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Man who cut power poles not competent to stand trial

A Central Whidbey man who cut down power poles is not competent to stand trial.

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Whidbey woman allegedly lived in stolen car

A Coupeville woman who had been living in a stolen car is facing a felony charge.

Carol Parbs hits the volleyball at the John Vanderzicht Memorial Pool Monday morning. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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North Whidbey Parks and Rec levy on ballot again

The only public swimming pool on Whidbey Island will remain open if the parks and rec levy passes.

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Business owner challenges incumbent for District 10 seat

The race for Legislative District 10, position 2, is in the final stretch.

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Langley budget talks continue with good news

Finance Director Wanda Grone revealed that the beginning balance for the general fund has improved.

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Parks and rec nixes pool deck enhancement, decides deductible options

South Whidbey Parks and Rec may back some design elements for a new aquatic recreation facility.

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Bad music video leads to felony

Oak Harbor man accused of violating a no-contact order by sending angry texts to his ex-girlfriend.

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On Sept. 30, a truck transported the 40-foot-tall “Angel de la Creatividad” sculpture from Bellingham.

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Angel sculpture crosses last bridge

A new Oak Harbor sculpture crossed Deception Pass on Monday.

A team photo with the Stanwood High School Spartans logo in the background at Bob Larson Stadium in Stanwood, Washington on Aug. 30, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)

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Stanwood, Oak Harbor finish investigation into ‘hateful words’ at game

What was said remains unclear and the districts would only confirm words were exchanged, but not if they…

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Langley City Council resumes discussion on cutting committee

Langley officials are again considering condensing the number of citizen-led commissions.

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COER warns Navy about plans for new lawsuit

A Whidbey Island anti-jet-noise group plans to sue over the alleged impacts Navy EA-18G Growlers.

A Department of Transportation rendering of the soon-to-be compact roundabout at West Fakkema Road and Highway 20. (Photo provided)

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Highway 20 roundabout work to bring road closures

WSDOT plans to turn the intersection of West Fakkema Road and Highway 20 into a compact roundabout.

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County health assessment reveals housing, health challenges

Residents continue to face housing challenges and a scarcity of doctors and mental health providers.