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Logs cause ferry cancellations on Christmas Eve

The Salish turned back to Port Townsend due to driftwood obstructing Keystone Harbor.

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Clinton sandwich shop changes hands

Regulars of Pickles Deli might miss a familiar face behind the counter next time they visit.

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Oak Harbor woman accused of robbery, assault

A resident is accused of entering a home unlawfully and assaulting a woman who was dating her ex.

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Hospital’s behavioral health care is seeing positive results

WhidbeyHealth is making strides in addressing the island’s need for mental health services.

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Commissioners to increase their travel stipend

The commissioners rescinded pay increases but found another way to receive higher compensation.

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Cascadia Water customers may see bills double

A significant hike in rates may still be on the horizon for customers of Cascadia Water.

Photo by Ian Tiessen

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Cost of taking out the trash to spike

Whidbey residents who drop off trash will see a price hike.

Photo by David Welton

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Home for the birds

Over the past few years, Greenbank resident John Schmidt has constructed close to 400 birdhouses.

(Photo by Luisa Loi)
A section of the display at the West Beach house.

Life

Light competition brightens Whidbey nights

There is still time to shine at the Island County Sheriff’s Office Holiday Lights Competition.

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Swearing-in ceremony hacked by porn bomb

An attempt at creating a moment of solemn bipartisanship was upended by a pornographic “Zoom bomb.”

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Council chooses newest member

Marrow, who served in the Navy and worked in law enforcement, said serving the city is his calling.

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Town mulls new district, sales tax

The city of Langley is seeking another way to raise revenue amid its critical financial situation.

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Attempted boat rescue in storm near Oak Harbor ends in tragedy

Rescuers risked their own safety in the middle of a storm to try to save a man on…