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Library springs a leak after winter storm
The Port Orchard Library was closed for three days during last week’s winter storm, then had to remain…
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County’s energy audit program proves popular
Like an eco-friendly heat pump, Kitsap County’s RePower Kitsap program is humming away.
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Coin shop owner busted in burglary ring investigation
Thieves broke into a safe the suspect helped the victim install in her Olalla home.
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Tolls likely going up on Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Drivers could soon be paying more to cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
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3-month jail sentence for ex-owner of pizza joint
A notorious Kitsap County club and resaurant owner won’t see any rowdy nightlife for a while.
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Another empty Bay Street spot as wine shop closes
In 2008, John Ready framed a front-page article in the Port Orchard Independent about his reopening of the…
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State redistricting puts all of Port Orchard in 26th District
McCormick Woods residents will be represented by the same state legislators as the rest of Port Orchard as…
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Inventive gold hunter wants unfettered beach mining
A South Kitsap man’s list of accomplishments reads a bit like a stuntman’s resumé.
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Port Orchard Marina has ethanol-free fuel for area boaters again
Boaters stopping to fill up their tanks at the Port Orchard Marina will once again be able to…
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Where in South Kitsap? Did you know?
Handpainted cutouts create unique Christmas displays in South Kitsap woman's yard
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Feds criticized for overruling FDA on Plan B access
A decision to overrule the Food and Drug Administration’s recommendation to expand access to Plan B emergency contraception…
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Annexation approval doesn’t mean housing construction in McCormick West
The city’s recent approval of annexation for McCormick West won’t immediately mean new construction, the president of McCormick…
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MMA fighter trains with wife who packs a punch
As Hogan prepares for his third amateur fight — Saturday night at Sk8town’s Liberation MMA event — the…
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Gregoire pushes feds to allow medical marijuana
Gov. Chris Gregoire announced Wednesday she filed a petition with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration asking the agency…
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Big crowd anticipated for holiday festival
The festival’s chairman expects to see a near-record crowd for the 13th annual Festival of Chimes & Lights…