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Feline spay and neuter day set

Kitsap Humane Society is hosting a low-cost spay or neuter day for felines of low-income residents on Feb.…

Jewel Shepherd braids Justina Reyes’ hair.

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An artist with a passion for hair

For Jewel Shepherd, a head of hair is a blank canvass and she is the artist.

The City of Bremerton hosted a send-off last week at city hall for retiring police chief Craig Rogers. One of the speakers at the event was Kitsap County Sheriff Steve Boyer. Also during the event

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Bremerton police chief retires after 37 years

Retiring Police Chief Craig Rogers told a crowd of well-wishers last week that he’s never been sorry he…

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Future attempts to incorporate years off

After suffering a large defeat in Tuesday’s incorporation vote, Randy Biegenwald predicted it will be years before another…

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Silverdale incorporation overwhelmingly defeated

Almost 70 percent of voters said "no" to becoming a city in Tuesday's election

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Debate heats up as incorporation vote draws near

County Commissioner Josh Brown says Kitsap County will take a huge hit if voters approve a ballot measure…

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Kitsap YWCA adds first men to board of directors

Adding men to serve on the board of directors for the YWCA of Kitsap County is a big…

Lisa Stirrett has moved her art studio to a larger location.

Business

Silverdale glass and metal artist had humble beginning

Lisa Stirrett would be the first to admit that her artistic talent was discovered almost by accident.

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Incorporation votes near the quarter mark

More than 23 percent have returned ballots in the Silverdale incorporation measure

Debbie Davis and Joyce Merkel stand at the round-about at Chico Way and Silverdale Way encouraging voters to vote 'No' on Silverdale annexation Friday afternoon.

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Anti-incorporation efforts take to the street

A hand full of Silverdale-area residents who oppose incorporation were out Friday with signs in hand, urging voters…

KHS founder Almeda Harris Wilson pets Squeaks the kitty who is being held by shelter employee Desiree Snively.

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Humane Society dedicates cattery to two founders

In the early days of the Kitsap Humane Society, there was only room for nine cats at a…

The proposed area of incorporation includes all the areas outlined in green.  Two small parts of the Urban Growth Area are not included (outlined in gold.)

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Incorporation backers, foes look forward to Feb. 12 vote

With less than two weeks to go until a vote on incorporation, both proponents and opponents are forecasting…

Opinion

Our Corner | Educate, then vote

On Feb. 12 many residents in this area will have the opportunity to decide whether Silverdale should become…

Mary Earl

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Silverdale incorporation forum gives answers, raises questions

Will incorporation mean better services to those who live in the proposed incorporation area, or will incorporation mean…

Mahendra Reddy

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Flu hits Central Kitsap residents

The flu is widespread throughout Washington and most other states. Kitsap County has the virus but experts are…

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CenCom county funding formula agreement closer

Kitsap County 911 system offers services to 13 police and fire agencies.

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County and Union negotiations still on the table

Contract negotiations between Kitsap County and labor unions representing more than 740 county employees are continuing

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Kitsap County and union negotiations still on the table

Contract negotiations between Kitsap County and labor unions representing more than 740 county employees are continuing, according to…