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It’s game on at the clink of a quarter at this Langley arcade

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It’s game on at the clink of a quarter at this Langley arcade

“Frogger” … “Zombie Raid” and more: It’s games galore at The Machine Shop on Whidbey

Navy ‘terminating discussions’ about impact of Growlers

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Navy ‘terminating discussions’ about impact of Growlers

The law requires federal agencies to consider the effects a project may have on historic properties.

He said he was going for a walk and hasn’t been seen since

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He said he was going for a walk and hasn’t been seen since

Matthew Fitch vanished Oct. 29 after strolling from his Whidbey Island home.

Alliance against Growler expansion ‘not going away’

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Alliance against Growler expansion ‘not going away’

The final decision is expected to be released within a couple of weeks.

Puppy digs up woolly piece of Whidbey history

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Puppy digs up woolly piece of Whidbey history

Dog’s discovery turns out to be a 13,000-year-old tooth

Whidbey churches deliver cheer to Western State Hospital

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Whidbey churches deliver cheer to Western State Hospital

Each year, parishioners load a van full of Christmas presents for the patients in Lakewood.

Another setback for the state GOP: Rep. Dave Hayes concedes

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Another setback for the state GOP: Rep. Dave Hayes concedes

Democrat Dave Paul has unseated the three-term 10th District lawmaker in the area’s last undecided race.

Nancy Hills, of Bonney Lake, looks over bottles at the Good Cheer Thrift Store on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in Langley, Wa. There are two on the island that fund 80 percent of the revenue for the food bank. The store in downtown Langley is a popular stop for tourists and islanders. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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Score some deals at Good Cheer for a good cause

The stores that are an island attraction for locals and tourists help fund the food bank.

This (very) old house: Whidbey group seals a purchase deal

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This (very) old house: Whidbey group seals a purchase deal

After years of fundraising, the nonprofit Historic Whidbey purchased the 160-year-old Haller House.

Man seriously injured in RV fire at Langley fairgrounds

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Man seriously injured in RV fire at Langley fairgrounds

He was able to evacuate the vehicle, but his cat, Oreo, perished inside.

Flags planted in memory of fallen soldiers

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Flags planted in memory of fallen soldiers

Volunteers honored service members eight days before the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day.

Orca Network will be listening in on killer whales

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Orca Network will be listening in on killer whales

Orca Network launches hydrophone at Bush Point

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Mayor of Langley: Whidbey town should retain police force

Tim Callison advised the City Council against contracting with the Island County sheriff.

Mutts get special treatment at doggy daycare in Oak Harbor

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Mutts get special treatment at doggy daycare in Oak Harbor

“Some people call me a hippy dog trainer,” says owner Kori Hall.

‘Tear Jerkers’ rep the teardrop trailer lifestyle on Whidbey

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‘Tear Jerkers’ rep the teardrop trailer lifestyle on Whidbey

After a summer of tow and go, they gathered for a “last bash.”

District 10 GOP representatives battle to keep their seats

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District 10 GOP representatives battle to keep their seats

Norma Smith and Dave Hayes face strong challengers in Democrats Scott McMullen and Dave Paul.

Whidbey grown: This ship and shipmate are from the island

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Whidbey grown: This ship and shipmate are from the island

A Langley woman is a crew member aboard a National Geographic boat that was built in Freeland.

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Larsen asks Navy to reduce planned Coupeville flights

Central Whidbey residents have protested against the noisy flights and the increase in number.

Oak Harbor may shut down its aging jail

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Oak Harbor may shut down its aging jail

The smallest in the state, the jail has four cells and 12 beds.

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Some Island County residents are still awaiting November ballots

Last Monday, the U.S. Postal Service said two containers of Island County ballots were misrouted.