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Group, tribes opposed to proposed NK sports complex

A local organization and two tribes are against a proposed sports/recreation complex in North Kitsap, mostly due to…

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NKSD bond fails to pass; 64% vote against

Results from the Feb. 13 special election show North Kitsap School District’s estimated $242 million, 20-year bond proposal…

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Inaugural Poulsbo Blues and Jazz Festival Feb. 23-24

Local married couple Mary Gorman and Joe Hulsey have spent the last 20 years often traveling in search…

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It was standing-room only at the Feb. 8 NKSD school board meeting, with many showing up to show their displeasure with the board and superintendent Laurynn Evans following her being named a suspect in a case involving the theft and disposal of campaign signs against the Feb. 13 NKSD bond measure.

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NK school board approves paid leave for superintendent

The North Kitsap School District board approved putting superintendent Laurynn Evans on paid administrative leave at its contentious…

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A look at NKSD’s enrollment over the years.

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NKSD projects minimal enrollment decrease for ‘24-‘25

The North Kitsap School Board went over its enrollment projections for 2024-25 at its meeting Jan. 25, indicating…

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A rendering shows covered bleachers, among other additions, at Kingston High School’s athletic field, which will be added if voters approve North Kitsap School District’s $242 million, 20-year bond proposal during the Feb. 13 special election.

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A detailed look at NKSD’s bond proposal

Special Election Feb. 13, requires 60% approval to pass

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Poulsbo’s Viking Tour Bike Ride will now be held in June instead of during Viking Fest weekend in May.

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Viking Tour Bike Ride moving to June

Since its inception in 2016, Poulsbo Rotary’s Viking Tour Bike Ride has grown so much that organizers are…

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Fishline executive director Charlie Thompson speaks to the Poulsbo City Council Jan. 17.

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Fishline reports huge services increase in 2023

Fishline Food Bank &Comprehensive Services provided an impact report presentation to the Poulsbo City Council Jan. 17, indicating…

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Owner Alfonso Ramos stands behind the bar at the new Carbon Mexican Steakhouse location in Kingston.

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Carbon Mexican Steakhouse opens new location in Kingston

A new Mexican steakhouse opened Jan. 6 in Kingston adjacent to the Firehouse Theater.

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The 2024 Poulsbo City Council. From left to right: Gary McVey, Ed Stern, Doug Newell, Mayor Becky Erickson, Pam Crowe, Rick Eckert and David Musgrove. Britt Livdahl was absent from the meeting.

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Poulsbo welcomes new councilmembers

Three new Poulsbo city councilmembers were sworn into their positions during the governing body’s first meeting of the…

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Poulsbo Councilmembers Jeff McGinty and Connie Lord will be departing their longtime seats after not seeking re-election.

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Longtime Poulsbo councilmembers bid farewell

While Poulsbo will see a few new faces join the City Council in January, two familiar faces will…

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The Poulsbo City Council sits at the dais while voting on the B&O tax.

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Poulsbo passes tax; foes say it will hurt businesses

The Poulsbo City Council approved an ordinance to establish a Business &Occupation tax effective July 1, 2024 in…

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The recommended paid parking map for downtown Poulsbo.

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Mixed reactions to Poulsbo’s downtown parking report

Council will discuss topic again at future meeting

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NK School Board member to resign after being elected to Poulsbo council

Rick Eckert of the North Kitsap School Board announced he will soon be resigning from his District 1…

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Bob Kline, known as ‘Forester Bob’ with his wife Karyn.

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NK tree farm closing after 25 years

After over 25 years of service in North Kitsap, Forester Bob’s Christmas Tree Farm on Sawdust Hill Road…

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The entrance to Black Barn Fine Art Studio in Kingston.

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Kingston’s Black Barn a sanctuary for various art forms

Eileen Sorg is a self-made artist who found success without going to art school, opening her own business…

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The holiday lights at the Kingston waterfront are always a sight to see.

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Many holiday events coming up around NK

With Christmas right around the corner, there are many holiday-related events and activities in North Kitsap to take…

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Housing, Health and Human Services director Kim Hendrickson (far left) speaks to the Poulsbo City Council at its Nov. 8 meeting.

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Poulsbo to provide services for RRC through grant program

Poulsbo is moving forward to provide medical, substance abuse and mental health services for the recently opened Recovery…

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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center’s Peninsula Clinic opened in Poulsbo in 2019.

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Poulsbo’s Fred Hutch cancer clinic fills void in Kitsap

Fred Hutchinson recently opened its first cancer clinic on this side of Puget Sound in Poulsbo, offering patients…

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Transportation key component of Poulsbo’s Comp Plan

The Poulsbo Planning Commission went over the transportation portion of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan at its Oct. 25…