Travel
Mussel tussle: Chefs to face off in annual Whidbey Island festival
As spring awakens, many in the Puget Sound region come out of their shells every year to enjoy…
Luisa Loi
Local News
Orca family returns to Penn Cove after 50 years
In 1970 and 1971, orcas were herded into the cove off Whidbey Island. This month, members of the…
Local News
Whidbey Island floating clinic hopes to save orcas
Scientists have transformed a dinghy into a mobile health clinic to assess the health of orcas.
Life
Whidbey Island to salute the fallen for Memorial Day
All are invited to honor those who have fallen at three events on Whidbey Island.
Travel
Faire thee well: Renaissance comes to Whidbey Island May 25 and 26
Event features dancers, a juggler, ‘Fakespeare,’ live music and lots of food
Local News
Faire thee well: Renaissance is coming to Whidbey Island
The volunteer-run fair May 25 and 26 will feature dancers, a juggler, ‘Fakespeare,’ various live music shows and…
Life
A boy and his dog: Whidbey Island teen wins Collie Club of America title
Brayden Burn, of Oak Harbor, is the first boy in 21 years to take Best in Show at…
Life
Whidbey duo uses fencing to teach self-discipline, sportsmanship to youth
Bob Tearse and Joseph Kleinman are sharing their sword-fighting expertise with young people on south Whidbey Island.
Food & Drink
Popsies offers kaleidoscope of popcorn flavors on Whidbey Island
Two years after taking over the business, Andy Plumlee opened another store in the Anacortes Marina on Monday.
Food & Drink
Island County suspends food inspections amid complaints
The decision came after about 30 restaurateurs complained about the food inspector. Inspections are expected to fully resume…
Life
Whidbey woman makes pets out of not-so-creepy crawlies
On top of being “cute” and entertaining, Narissa Jackson’s isopods help her with some house chores.
Local News
Whidbey homes damaged, road closed, ferry rocked in wild wind storm
A wind storm toppled a tree onto a house, canceled ferry trips and prompted evacuations Tuesday.
Local News
Whidbey Island has one of highest wildlife-vehicle crash rates
Most of the reported vehicle-wildlife collisions involve deer, according to WSDOT.
Food & Drink
Conflict brews between neighbors and tap room on Whidbey Island
A group of Freeland residents are concerned about live outdoor music events Penn Cove Brewing Company plans to…
Life
Whidbey Island woman rescues 300 German shepherds
“Can I save them all? No,” Renee Carr, of Oak Harbor said. “But I’m gonna try my hardest.”
Food & Drink
Cider Festival returns to Whidbey Island
The Whidbey Island Cider Festival is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30 at the Pacific…