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    Bay Street project raises concerns over business impacts
    Bay Street project raises concerns over business impacts
    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 17, 2025 1:30 am

    Local leaders discussed progress on the long-anticipated Bay Street reconstruction project during the Economic Development and Tourism Committee meeting June…

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New countertops at The Coffee Oasis’ Burwell Cafe in Bremerton.
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    After a temporary closure for renovations and staff retraining, The Coffee Oasis has reopened its Burwell Café, an extension of…

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Bremerton High School graduates pose for photos.
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 16, 2025 1:30 am

    Families, faculty, and students gathered at Memorial Field June 13 as Bremerton High School’s class of 2025 graduated during an…

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Central Kitsap High School graduates walk to meet their families following the ceremony June 14.
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 16, 2025 1:30 am

    Families and friends packed the bleachers at Cougar Field June 14, as Central Kitsap High School honored the class of…

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    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 11, 2025 1:30 am

    Kitsap Coalition is bringing its second annual “Kick It With Kitsap” event to the Town Square Mall Aug. 9, from…

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    PO considers library roof repairs amid move to new community center
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 10, 2025 1:30 am

    City officials discussed much-needed repairs to the Port Orchard Library roof during a recent Finance Committee meeting May 23, as…

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Student Circle of Champions members led the school board’s work study session June 4.
    Student voices take center stage at SK School...
    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 10, 2025 1:30 am

    In a first-of-its-kind work study session, students from across the South Kitsap School District led a school board meeting June…

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Campers wear VR headsets and ‘travel’ as a group to explore topics like the solar system, atoms and molecules, and natural environments.
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 10, 2025 1:30 am

    Dimension XR in Port Orchard is bringing back its immersive STEM camp for kids this summer, offering four themed sessions…

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SK Graduates were all smiles at the June 7 ceremony.
    SK graduates celebrate achievement, look ahead to future
    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 9, 2025 1:30 am

    Families and friends filled the Tacoma Dome June 7 as South Kitsap High School held its graduation ceremony for the…

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Kyle Archer Mangalindan Barias (left) receives the $2,000 South Kitsap Community Pride Scholarship created by Doug Miller (right) and South Kitsap Properties.
    Two SK High seniors awarded local scholarships
    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 4, 2025 1:30 am

    Two South Kitsap High School seniors have been recognized with local scholarships for their leadership, resilience and commitment to community.

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Scott’s largest order to date was for 150 1970s-themed cookies.
    Home baker turns custom cookies into edible art...
    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 3, 2025 1:30 am

    When Amy Scott first started decorating cookies, it was just a holiday experiment, but after friends and family responded with…

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    Housing, infrastructure, environment focus of PO Council meeting
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • June 3, 2025 1:30 am

    The Port Orchard City Council approved multiple agenda items at its May 27 meeting, including expanding housing assistance, improving pedestrian…

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SKHS jazz band members play ‘Scrapple from the Apple’ by Charlie Parker at the third-annual Night of the Arts May 28.
    SK students display creative talent at Night of...
    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 29, 2025 1:30 am

    South Kitsap High School transformed its commons into a vibrant celebration of student creativity during its third-annual Night of the…

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The POP Kids Club is comprised of children ages 3-12.
    POP Kids Club expands reach at Port Orchard...
    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 28, 2025 1:30 am

    On the second Saturday of each month, the Port Orchard Farmers Market transforms into a hands-on classroom where kids as…

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The car show was held in South Kitsap High School’s north parking lot May 17.
    South Kitsap High School car show puts student...
    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 27, 2025 1:30 am

    Despite rainy weather, the South Kitsap High School automotive car show rolled into the school’s north parking lot May 17,…

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    SKSD reports improvements in attendance, academics, belonging
    SKSD reports improvements in attendance, academics, belonging
    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 27, 2025 1:30 am

    South Kitsap School District officials shared encouraging updates on district goals related to student attendance, academic performance and sense of…

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Members of ‘Read, Roam, Rules’ walked for two to three miles through a variety of affordable housing projects in South Kitsap.
    Port Orchard community walk brings housing issues into...
    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 21, 2025 1:30 am

    Kitsap County planners took their message to the streets of Port Orchard during a recent “Read, Roam, Rules” walk.

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Ongoing renovations at the Polaris Theater.
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 21, 2025 1:30 am

    The historic Polaris Theater in downtown Port Orchard has received a $377,000 grant through the state capital budget, marking a…

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    SK Chamber: vacation rentals vital for tourists during World Cup
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 20, 2025 1:30 am

    With an eye toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup and a surge in regional tourism, the South Kitsap Chamber of…

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The Carlisle II in Port Orchard.
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    By Britney Fletcher-West • May 20, 2025 1:30 am

    The Mosquito Fleet Fest is returning to Port Orchard’s waterfront Memorial Day weekend, and this year, it’s doubling in size.

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