Girl, 11, missing from Lynnwood

Sha’niece Watson’s family is concerned for her safety, according to the sheriff’s office. She has ties to Whidbey Island.

By Herald Staff • May 3, 2024 12:30 pm
County seeks planning commission candidates

Two positions on Island County’s most high-profile volunteer board are open.

By Jessie Stensland • May 3, 2024 1:30 am
Volunteers collect geoduck tubes from Whidbey beaches

Volunteers for Community Litter Cleanup Program collected over 320 of the mollusk-protecting items

By Luisa Loi • May 3, 2024 1:30 am
Fire and Rescue saves boater in distress

Central Whidbey crew responds to vessel dead in big waves.

By Luisa Loi • May 3, 2024 1:30 am
Oak Harbor teacher will join Antarctica expedition

An Oak Harbor pastor turned science teacher is preparing to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

By Luisa Loi • May 3, 2024 1:30 am
The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, an independent organization that advocates for the rights of residents living in long-term care homes, is looking for volunteers in Island County. Sponsored
Volunteers are essential to protecting the rights & wellbeing of Washingtonians living in long term care homes

Long Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers in Whatcom, Skagit and Island counties

By Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program • April 22, 2024 6:30 am






The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, an independent organization that advocates for the rights of residents living in long-term care homes, is looking for volunteers in Island County. Sponsored
April 22, 2024 6:30 am
Photo credit: ESC Mattress Center. Sponsored
April 15, 2024 6:00 am
A “medieval fantasy festival,” the Whidbey Ren Faire will fill the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center, May 25 and 26, sponsored in part by Peoples Bank. Photo courtesy Peoples Bank Sponsored
April 8, 2024 6:00 am
Veteran James, ‘bridges the gap’ between veterans and their community with help from Island Transit. Sponsored
March 25, 2024 6:00 am