News
County commissioners may set max speed limit
Island County commissioners may set a maximum speed limit of 45 miles per hour on all county roads.
Life
Saratoga Orchestra presents ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’
For a reflective evening of candlelit chamber music, look no further than an upcoming concert.
Life
Whidbey couple reinvent ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’
An Oak Harbor military veteran with ALS and his wife relaunched the Ice Bucket Challenge — with a…
Life
Seahawks diehard suiting up for postseason
Langley resident “Mr. Love” will be dressed to the nines in attendance at Saturday’s playoff game.
News
Man charged in fatal hit-and-run of pedestrian
A driver accused of running over a man in Coupeville in 2024 is now facing a felony charge.
News
Yacht Club declines to host hydro races after all
After months of planning, the Oak Harbor Yacht Club voted against hosting Hydros for Heroes in 2026.
Life
Oak Harbor Navy couple welcomes first baby of 2026
Leola and Ben McWilliams welcomed their bundle of joy, daughter Daileen, at 10:22 p.m. on Jan. 1
Life
Habitat for Humanity to dedicate 58th home
The four-bedroom Holmes Harbor project launched with the organization’s annual Women Build Event.
News
Oak Harbor man killed by police identified
The Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office reported that the man was Yancy Carcamo.
Life
What a hoot! Whidbey photographer focuses on feathered wildlife
Andrew Tokar, an aircrewman at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, documented birds, island landscapes
Life
Woessner to continue serving community after council
Jim Woessner retired from the Oak Harbor City Council last week but plans to remain active.
Sports
Wildcats varsity flag football sweeps only home games
Lacking consistent game action hasn’t slowed Oak Harbor this season.
Life
Just keep swimming: Single salmon makes a splash in Maxwelton Creek
Many suspect the creek is currently not an ideal environment for spawning for a variety of reasons,