Life
Washington’s most beloved state park turns 100
Deception Pass State Park, which draws as many visitors as the best-known national parks in the U.S., celebrates…
Travel
Three Beacons: Take a tour of three Everett-area lighthouses
These beacons guided mariners to safety for many years — since 1861, in one case. Here are their…
Local News
$1 billion to fund 5 new hybrid ferries, but who wants to build them?
The state is seeking bids for a shipbuilder. The first ferry will serve the Mukilteo-Clinton route. It already…
Life
Take a tour of our three local lighthouses
These beacons guided mariners to safety for many years — since 1861, in one case. Here are their…
Local News
Local pilot plans to buy Whidbey Island airport
Robert DeLaurentis, known as the “Zen Pilot,” submitted a letter of intent to purchase the A.J. Eisenberg Airport.
Local News
To honor Conan O’Brien’s visit, Langley names a trash can after him
The famous talk show host was on Whidbey Island for his playwright wife’s show at WICA.
Local News
Your chance to quiz those who are running the ferry system
Washington State Ferries is holding another round of virtual meetings for updates and questions.
Food & Drink
Whidbey Island’s oldest winery is closing
After three decades in operation, the owners of Whidbey Island Winery have announced their retirement.
Food & Drink
‘Quite a leap of faith’: Family’s taproom opens in Clinton
The Hanson family has weathered the COVID storm and has at last opened their taproom in Clinton.
Local News
Brace for Memorial Day weekend traffic and long ferry lines
Leave at non-peak hours to avoid road congestion and ferry backups. The passes will be busy, too.
Life
A landmark steeped in 19th century history reopens on Whidbey
Beginning May 28, you can venture inside one of the state’s oldest buildings: The Jacob and Sarah Ebey…
Local News
Lynnwood woman accused of killing 2 in 2021 Whidbey crash
A judge found probable cause existed to believe Danielle C. Cruz committed vehicular homicide in December.
Local News
Sightings of mammal-eating orcas increasing in Puget Sound
The killer whales enjoy a diet of harbor seals, sea lions, porpoises and the occasional bird or squid.
Local News
Whidbey man accused of setting fire to Friday Harbor stores
The April 6 fire caused millions of dollars in damage and destroyed multiple businesses.
Local News
‘Whole new demon’: Fentanyl deaths soar, and recovery is harder
“I don’t think society realizes how big a problem it is,” said Randy Tharp, an ex-dealer in Snohomish…
Local News
Oak Harbor girl’s murder remains unsolved after 25 years
Police hope advances in forensic science can help break case of the 7-year-old’s killing.
Life
Hundreds upon thousands of dots add up to dazzling works of art
Creating intricate mandalas on flat rocks is an emotional process for this Whidbey Island artist.
Local News
Whidbey Growlers fly to Germany to ‘bolster’ NATO against Russia
Six EA-18G Growler jets and 240 Navy personnel from NAS Whidbey headed to Europe on Monday.
Local News
Island County officials decry subpar ferry service
The Mukilteo-Clinton route has mostly been operating with one boat instead of two since last fall.
Local News
Langley building moratorium not making comeback
Councilmember Rhonda Salerno withdrew her motion for a moratorium for new development proposals.