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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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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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The Nichols Brothers boatyard in Freeland.

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Nichols Bros. expresses interest in hybrid-electric ferry bid

The state hybrid-electric vessels could be constructed by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders.

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Combat-decorated aviators found among Growler wreckage

Names of the two aviators who lost their lives during a routine training flight have been released.

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Navy reports that missing Growler crewmembers have died

Two missing crewmembers of the EA-18G Growler crash have been declared deceased, the Navy reported in a press…

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Candidates discuss restrictions, housing and the Navy

The 12 candidates talked about supporting the Navy, Oak Harbor and its businesses.

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Author finds ‘Ghosts of Whidbey Island’

To write her novel, Victoria Shea read many first-person accounts from the first European settlers.

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Shooter charged with murder

Prosecutors charged a man accused of shooting and killing his roommate on North Whidbey.

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Jail replacement project may be on 2025 ballot

County commissioners are planning on contracting with consultants to help with plans.

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Shop owner explores haunting of Greenbank Farm

Greenbank Farm Wine Shop owner Hollie Swanson can’t shake the sensation that she’s not alone.

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Navy locates fallen Growler, crew still missing

At around 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, aerial search crews located the wreckage of the EA-18G Growler that crashed…