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Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s newest venture, High Point

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Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s newest venture, High Point

High Point, a marijuana retail store, will open its doors on March 3

<em>Jake Jones speaks in March at the dedication of his story pole, “Chief,” at The Point Hotel.</em>                                Ginger Vaughan/Contributed

Life

Remembering Jake Jones, mentor, leader and friend | Noo-Kayet

On Nov. 8, our Tribe laid to rest Gerald “Jake” Jones, a man who was a mentor and…

Welcome to all the new leaders, teachers in North Kitsap School District | Noo Kayet

Opinion

Welcome to all the new leaders, teachers in North Kitsap School District | Noo Kayet

As a father and as the chairman of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe, I take a keen interest…

The Port Gamble Mill site after the cleanup.

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The cleanup of Port Gamble Bay is now complete

Port Gamble Bay cleanup is now complete | Noo-Kayet Our Village

Hikers explore Secret Squirrel trail in the Port Gamble Forest, in April. Some 3,000 acres of the Port Gamble Forest are at risk of being sold and developed, causing the forest to become fragmented and limiting public access. Forterra / Courtesy

Opinion

Join seven campaign co-chairs in saving the Port Gamble Forest | Noo-Kayet

The Kitsap Forest & Bay Project, which I’ve discussed before, is a conservation effort targeting 6,700 acres of…

Opinion

Program gives people a second chance | Noo Kayet

Since 2013, the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s Re-Entry Program has given second chances through empowerment and by believing…

News

A historical year for the bay | Noo-Kayet

The beginning of a New Year is always a good time to reflect on the year that has…

News

Imperfect North of Falcon can help save salmon | Noo-Kayet

The practice of accessing and harvesting important Tribal resources, such as fish and wildlife, is an integral part…

Opinion

Waterline dig reveals buried Tribal artifacts | Noo Kayet

In October 2014, the digging of a waterline ditch at Point Julia uncovered a bit of Port Gamble…

News

Potlach Fund award honors all in cleanup efforts

Becently, I was notified by The Potlatch Fund — a nonprofit group serving Native communities — that I…

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Long-awaited cleanup project expected to begin in 2015 | Noo-Kayet

In June, my Tribe, the Port Gamble S’Klallam (PGST), kicked off the Port Gamble Bay Debris Removal Project,…

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S’Klallam Tribe at work to restore bay’s health | Noo-Kayet

We take our role as environmental stewards seriously and continue to rely on the land and the sea.

Members of the Nisqually Tribe participate in a paddle dance during protocol

News

The return to Bella Bella is more than a long journey | Noo-Kayet

On July 13, thousands will see the end of an epic journey.

News

Tribe chairman reflects on Billy Frank Jr.’s lessons | Noo-Kayet

Billy was a leader, a tireless advocate, a warrior, and a legend. His passion and energy will be…

News

S’Klallam Tribe had to adapt to the changing landscape | Noo-Kayet

Native people have always been adaptive. We’ve had to be. It is this flexibility that has allowed the…

From left

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Impacts of industrialization on the S’Klallam people | Noo-Kayet

In last month’s column, I wrote of early S’Klallam history, which is a natural segue to Port Gamble,…

News

Understanding S’Klallam’s government, culture | Noo-Kayet

No matter the person or place, I am routinely asked about my Tribe and our culture, about our…

News

Dedicated youth help skatepark become a reality | Noo-Kayet

I’m proud to announce that the first phase — a skatepark — is now complete

Owner David Hunt gives Ender a treat. The cat has become an unofficial mascot of Pages Books in Silverdale.

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A bright chapter for bookstores | Kitsap Week

Kitsap’s independent shops find ways to remain competitive in the modern literary economy.

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Tribes play a key role in economic development | Noo-Kayet

The prosperity of tribes also impacts the health, safety, and quality of life of the communities in which…