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    Articles by Patrick McDonough
    Library program reaches out to homebound patrons
    Library program reaches out to homebound patrons
    By Patrick McDonough • September 25, 2012 11:49 am

    The library’s Homebound Patron and outreach Program delivers books and other library materials to patrons who are unable to visit the library

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    County commits to widen Bucklin Hill
    County commits to widen Bucklin Hill
    By Patrick McDonough • September 7, 2012 7:48 pm

    lan to move forward on a $16 million road and bridge project to widen and improve Bucklin Hill Road that has been stalled by money problems for years.

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    Scott Petersen
    Reptiles kick off library events
    By Patrick McDonough • September 7, 2012 7:40 pm

    For 7-year-old Zach Wolf, having a live alligator for a hat was a blast.

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    Students at Bremerton’s Kitsap Lake Elementary School head for the first day of classes Wednesday following the morning bell. State testing results show local schools to be keeping pace with statewide improvements in math and science scores.
    State scores continue to rise as 2012-2013 school...
    By Patrick McDonough • September 7, 2012 6:52 pm

    Going into the first day of classes this week, local schools continued to keep pace with statewide improvements in math and science scores and a small decline in reading scores.

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    Bremerton chalking starts free speech controversy
    Bremerton chalking starts free speech controversy
    By Patrick McDonough • September 4, 2012 6:12 pm

    Amy Hordon paused a moment on Sunday afternoon, her head tilted to the side as she studied words written on the sidewalk in blue chalk.

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    ‘Little Elvis’ shakes up the Kitsap County Fair
    ‘Little Elvis’ shakes up the Kitsap County Fair
    By Patrick McDonough • August 30, 2012 5:56 pm

    Brian Dent gets all shook up about Elvis Presley. When the 10-year-old hits the stage as “Little Elvis,” the audience follows suit. Dent, a Bremerton resident, gyrated across the stage Aug. 25 at the Kitsap County Fair. Performing some of the King’s signature moves and singing renditions of hits such as “Love Me Tender” and “Heart Break Hotel,” Dent had the audience clapping, cheering and singing along.

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    Love of animals leads to top awards at fair
    Love of animals leads to top awards at...
    By Patrick McDonough • August 30, 2012 5:50 pm

    Ryleigh Randall, 12, of Port Orchard won nine awards at the fair this year, including a Champion Market Animal prize and a Reserve Champion award for her 5-month-old Suffolk sheep given the auspicious moniker of Macaroni and Cheese.

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    Stennis deploys early for Middle East
    Stennis deploys early for Middle East
    By Patrick McDonough • August 30, 2012 4:27 pm

    The U.S.S. John C. Stennis Departed Naval Base Kitsap on Aug. 27 with more than 2,000 sailors on board for what is set to be an eight-month deployment to the Middle East.

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    Young adventurers found something of fun and interest at the recent Clear Creek Trail Discovery Play Day in Silverdale.
    Play Day enjoyed by all ages
    By Patrick McDonough • August 17, 2012 7:26 pm

    Young adventurers found something of fun and interest at the recent Clear Creek Trail Discovery Play Day held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday in Silverdale.

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    Young adventurers found something of fun and interest at the recent Clear Creek Trail Discovery Play Day in Silverdale.
    Play Day enjoyed by all ages
    By Patrick McDonough • August 17, 2012 7:25 pm

    Young adventurers found something of fun and interest at the recent Clear Creek Trail Discovery Play Day held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday in Silverdale.

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    Library offers new site for mobile device users
    Library offers new site for mobile device users
    By Patrick McDonough • August 17, 2012 7:23 pm

    Users of mobile devices will be able to access information from the Kitsap Regional Library with greater ease thanks to a dedicated site that went live June 27.

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    Micah Corey takes a moment to look over the DVDs available at the Silverdale Library. Corey is among the library patrons who will have a wider selection of movies thanks to a donation of 4
    Donation brings the living dead and Santa Claus...
    By Patrick McDonough • August 9, 2012 5:35 pm

    Flesh-eating zombies have completed their invasion of the Kitsap Regional Library system, and they are not alone.

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    In 2009 48 businesses opened while 56 businesses closed their doors. Mayor Patty Lent said the city of Bremerton continues to seek to revitalize the downtown area.
    Up and down in downtown business
    By Patrick McDonough • August 9, 2012 5:31 pm

    The El Coral restaurant closed its doors for good on July 27 with a final performance by saxophonist Mark Lewis. Its closing is indicative of the rise and fall of businesses downtown.

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    CKSD to take comments on cuts to 2012-2013 programs
    CKSD to take comments on cuts to 2012-2013...
    By Patrick McDonough • August 3, 2012 2:19 pm

    The Central Kitsap School District on Aug. 8 will offer the public an opportunity to comment on its current proposed budget before board approval of the plan on Aug. 22.

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    Seniors spend time laughing and talking at a recent meeting of the Kitsap Senior Singles group. The group is open to all seniors and many members said the events are a great way to have fun and meet other single seniors.
    Senior Singles meet up for fun and food
    By Patrick McDonough • August 3, 2012 2:16 pm

    For Red Duffy, meetings held by the Kitsap Senior Singles group are a place to have a good meal, have fun playing games and simply enjoy mingling with other seniors.

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    Officials said the drop box is another way the county is making voting easier for Kitsap residents.
    New ballot drop boxes for late voters
    By Patrick McDonough • August 3, 2012 2:11 pm

    Kitsap County voters have a few new places to drop their ballots for the Aug. 7 primary.

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    Duck race breaks records for time and community support
    Duck race breaks records for time and community...
    By Patrick McDonough • August 3, 2012 2:05 pm

    The 19th Annual Great Kitsap Duck Race took to the water July 29 with 22,000 rubber ducks splashing their way to a record finish.

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    Silverdale stormwater plan to begin in 2013
    Silverdale stormwater plan to begin in 2013
    By Patrick McDonough • July 26, 2012 11:49 am

    Kitsap County Public Works will begin implementation of series of long-range stormwater runoff plans in Silverdale with an initial project intended to begin construction in 2013.

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    Shellfish warning may expand to Dyes and Sinclair Inlets
    Shellfish warning may expand to Dyes and Sinclair...
    By Patrick McDonough • July 26, 2012 11:44 am

    The Kitsap Public Health District has posted expanded warnings regarding shellfish harvesting along some Kitsap County shorelines, and officials say the boundaries may soon expand.

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    Garden project promotes unity in the community
    Garden project promotes unity in the community
    By Patrick McDonough • July 26, 2012 11:41 am

    A groundbreaking will be held Aug. 4 for the Silverdale Community Garden Project and organizers are hoping the effort will benefit the community in multiple ways.

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    Rufus Schell
    Small businesses increasing in Silverdale
    By Patrick McDonough • July 26, 2012 11:37 am

    The Silverdale Chamber of Commerce will host Summer Fest 2012 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 9 at 3100 Bucklin Hill Rd. in Silverdale.
    The event will be an opportunity for community members to meet with local business owners and learn more about local businesses and organizations. The event is free to the public with food and drinks available.

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    A property on Bayshore Drive in Silverdale is part of a recent $2.1 million purchase agreement reached between Kitsap County Commissioners and private buyer Bruce Harlow.
    Debt remains after county sale
    By Patrick McDonough • July 26, 2012 11:34 am

    An agreement to sell debt-laden Silverdale properties owned by Housing Kitsap was recently reached with a private buyer, however the $2.1 million sale price would still leave the housing authority millions of dollars in debt.

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    Small Businesses increasing in Silverdale
    Small Businesses increasing in Silverdale
    By Patrick McDonough • July 24, 2012 5:23 pm

    Small businesses are on the rise in the area and they are as diverse as the entrepreneurs who seek to make their place in the local economy.

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