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Vinland Elementary School librarian DebbieJo Rock met with students last week to discuss questions raised about the work Greg Mortenson wrote about in his best-selling book

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‘Three Cups’ concerns: Students postpone fundraising for charity after ’60 Minutes’ story

On April 17, a CBS “60 Minutes” broadcast raised questions about the authenticity of Greg Mortenson and the…

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North Kitsap School Board holds off on pink slips for 38 employees; next meeting May 5

The North Kitsap School Board on Thursday unanimously rejected a resolution to issue reduction-in-force notices to 38 certified…

NK’s Nick Tedford heads the ball in an aggressive match against Kingston Tuesday night.

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Shins clash during rivalry match

KINGSTON — In minute 33 of play, Kingston’s Alex Newton stood in front of a wall of North…

Kathy Prasch ... retiring after five years as North Kitsap High School's principal.

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Prasch is stepping down as principal of North Kitsap High School

Kathy Prasch, North Kitsap High School's principal for five years, will retire at the end of this school…

Michael O’Friel grinds the pool coping during Florida Bowlriders Cup at the Kona Skatepark.

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Michael O’Friel places in top 10 in Florida Bowlriders Cup

SILVERDALE — For Silverdale pro skater Michael O’Friel, skateboard competitions are a way of life. The 18-year-old Central…

Students from Tahiti demonstrate a warrior dance during their visit to the Suquamish House of Awakening Culture.

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Pacific cultures share at Suquamish

SUQUAMISH — The Suquamish House of Awakened Culture was filled with traditional dance and songs from both sides…

West Sound Academy sophomore Reagan Colyer shuffles between two schools in order to compete in the 100 meter and 300 meter hurdle events for North Kitsap.

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Colyer sets the pace; sets PA Invite record as she prepares for another state appearance

During the day, Reagan Colyer spends her time at West Sound Academy. As the day transitions into after-school…

D field still needs more work before it's ready for the season

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Snyder Park renovations are nearly complete

POULSBO — A baseball field that once made athletes cringe has seen a complete overhaul this fall. Renovations…

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North Kitsap school sports face more reductions

POULSBO — A committee formed seven years ago has again been charged with finding ways to cut from…

Josh McLeod pitches behind Kingston Middle School on Tuesday during baseball practice. Like other teams in the district

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Spring sports off to a soggy start

NORTH KITSAP — Tuesday afternoon, Josh McLeod stepped onto a wooden pitching mound behind Kingston Middle School. Amidst…

An exchange student from the Shimokitazawa Seitoku High School in Tokyo

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Exchange students withstand disaster, travel to Kingston to further their education

KINGSTON — Tetsuo Okoshi and 13 students from Shimokitazawa Seitoku High School in Tokyo were two days away…

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Students will get out early on Wednesdays; time will be used for teacher collaboration

Students in the North Kitsap School District will be released 50 minutes early every Wednesday starting in September.…

Kiana Witt

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Three wrestlers from North Kitsap School District move on to semi-finals

TACOMA — There was no shortage of cheering fans, shouts from coaches or smiles on the faces of…

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Sovereignty curriculum gains momentum; grant money helps expand tribal history in middle schools

In a time of decisive budget cuts, one new program has continued to grow and develop in the…

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Committee selects Weible as North Kitsap High School head football coach

With the decision left to the school board, Weible readies for a second coaching position

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North Kitsap teams prep for post season

Kingston, North Kitsap make strong showing at districts.

Bret Ortlieb of Fredrickson Electric adjusts a solar module on the roof of the Poulsbo Middle School gymnasium Feb. 4.

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North Kitsap schools may expand use of solar power

POULSBO — While solar modules on the roof of the Poulsbo Middle School gymnasium are being installed, expansion…

Visitors to the site of the accident pay their respects on Tuesday on NW Finn Hill Road. A memorial at the base of the utility pole continues to grow.

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Teens mourned: Friends say crash victims were ‘like brothers to the end’

Memorial services planned Feb. 12, 16 for former North Kitsap High School students. Friends remember two lives cut…

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Wolfle Elementary School recognized for reading achievements

KINGSTON — It wasn’t long ago that David Wolfle Elementary School test scores were at the bottom of…

Zac Smit

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North Kitsap shortstop Zac Smit signs with Grand View University

NORTH KITSAP — Zac Smit knew sticking with baseball could pay off as he grew older. And he…