All hands on deck: Whidbey’s boat builders start recruitment drive

The Whidbey-based company is moving ahead with plans to double its production staff by mid-2026.

By Kira Erickson • December 12, 2025 1:30 am


Oak Harbor man charged after eluding police

Because of his criminal history, he could face up to a year and seven months in prison if convicted.

By Jessie Stensland • December 12, 2025 1:30 am
Coupeville man charged with rape of a child

Caleb M. Brunner is accused of sexually abusing a child for years.

By Jessie Stensland • December 12, 2025 1:30 am
Island County won’t apply for grant for algae control for Lone Lake

Commissioners favor invasive species treatment in lakes.

By Kira Erickson • December 12, 2025 1:30 am
Coupeville man challenges language in ballot title

A former candidate for the Coupeville School Board is challenging the language for a school levy ballot measure in an…

By Jessie Stensland • December 12, 2025 1:30 am
Ghost boat blocks ferry landing

A 100-foot, crewless “ghost boat” appeared in front of the Mukilteo terminal early Thursday morning.

By Marina Blatt • December 12, 2025 1:30 am
Growlers from Whidbey part of buildup near Venezuela

The buildup is part of the escalation of action against Venezuela dictator Nicolas Maduro.

By Jessie Stensland • December 12, 2025 1:30 am







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