Business
Bagel preferences differ in Oak Harbor, Clinton
The award-winning Bagel Factory plans to open shops in Bothell, Mukileo and Edmonds
Local News
Bird droppings removed from Greenbank Farm pond
A Freeland inventor’s machine sucks up the goose poop and sprays it as fertilizer on a grassy field.
Northwest
Navy’s final EIS sticks with 36 new Growlers at Whidbey base
The Growlers are quieter than Prowlers, the Navy said, but are perceived louder due to engine frequency.
Local News
Navy sticking with plan to add Growlers to Whidbey
The announcement wasn’t well received by residents concerned about noise.
Northwest
Oak Harbor dad is creating a safe place for kids to hang out
Victor Rojas said he’s concerned about young people not socializing enough in person.
Local News
Alleged attempted carjacker killed by police is identified
Richard Joseph Jackson, 36, died of gunshot wounds to his torso, according to the Island County coroner.
Local News
In case of oil spill, mussel farm and agencies are prepared
Trained employees have their names added to an emergency-response list.
Local News
Island County deputy shoots and kills suspect in Oak Harbor
Reportedly brandishing a knife, the man allegedly had stolen ammunition and tried to steal a gun.
Opinion
Editorial board interview: 2nd Congressional District
In this unedited video, Herald editors question U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen and challenger Brian Luke.
Local News
Fired Langley police chief agrees to $80,000 separation pay
David Marks was terminated after accusations of excessive use of force on a mentally ill person.
Local News
Oak Harbor bank employee accused of stealing from customer
She also is suspected of taking money from a cash drawer; altogether nearly $38,000 went missing.
Local News
Long career for new commanding officer at Whidbey Island
Capt. Matthew Arny succeeded Capt. Geoffrey Moore as the base’s skipper last month.
Northwest
Island County man sues Chelan County over public records
Eric Hood is seeking compensation for the costs of the lawsuit, attorneys, damages, and other relief.
Life
Shellfish surprise: Coconut curry doesn’t mask taste of mussels
Gordon’s On Blueberry Hill makes Penn Cove mussels in a broth that helps assert the dish’s flavors.
Local News
Langley’s good neighbor, Herbert Bacon, turns 100
He and his wife bought their property on Bells Beach Road in 1958.
Local News
Putney Woods on South Whidbey is open to hunting
In the past, hunters and residents have clashed over acceptable hunting grounds.
Northwest
Oak Harbor eyes changes to housing policies
On tap: Affordability, special needs and manufactured homes.
Northwest
‘Mr. South Whidbey’ preview set for Thursday night
The main showdown is Oct. 6 at Freeland Hall.
Local News
Meet the man behind the junk mail statue at the post office
Woodpalooza on Whidbey Island is an annual Labor Day event where artists come out of the woodwork.