Life
PO can’t fathom being without parade, even in rain
The return of Port Orchard’s premier street parade had once been far from certain with longtime volunteers and…
News
LWV Kitsap to host virtual primary debates for local races
The League of Women Voters of Kitsap will once again host a series of virtual debates covering races…
News
Artwork on BI ferry walkway depicts sea level rise
Some effects of climate change can be hard to conceptualize, but for an island community, sea level rise…
News
Smiles, tears for NK coach, teacher at community memorial
The only sights more common than pained smiles were hugs at the Celebration of Life for coach/teacher Dave…
News
Kitsap adopts growing ‘Ready, Set, Go!’ alert system
The Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management announced June 13 it is partnering with six other counties to…
News
Wildfire smoke could get in your eyes this summer
Wildfire smoke will likely return to Kitsap County skies soon, if the past is any indication and if…
Opinion
Every email, text and phone call could be a scam
Here’s a story that is growing bigger by the day: Cyber scams are on the rise.
News
Array of paths at new Port Gamble trailhead
The new Stottlemeyer trailhead at Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park recently opened, offering an array of hiking trails…
News
Bremerton won’t extend superintendent’s contract
The school board of the Bremerton School District has voted unanimously against extending the contract of superintendent James…
Life
Hometown Band in tune with community
From a 13-year-old trumpet player to a 90-year-old clarinetist, the Hometown Band features about 45 musicians led since…
News
Enjoy 4th of July on June 29, July 4 and July 6
Fireworks will light up the night sky in Central and South Kitsap on back-to-back weekends in celebration of…
News
SKFR refurbishes vehicles to save taxpayer money
South Kitsap Fire and Rescue Chief Jeff Faucett is well aware that the costs of efficiency and innovation…
News
KT celebrates completion of Silverdale Transit Center
Silverdale’s newest public transportation hub has been ceremoniously opened by Kitsap Transit, agency officials saying it will increase…
News
Event to honor NK coach Snyder Saturday at stadium
A celebration of life for North Kitsap High School coach and teacher Dave Snyder will take place at…
News
Only call 9-1-1 about fireworks if it’s an emergency
During the 4th of July holiday, only call 911 for a fireworks complaint if there is an imminent…
News
PO man faces vehicular homicide charges
The Port Orchard man believed to have caused a fatal car crash in 2022 is facing vehicular homicide…
News
Ex-SRO sworn in as new SKSD director
A heartfelt round of applause welcomed Port Orchard deputy chief Andrew “Andy” Brandon to his newest post as…
News
Olalla faithful fighting to save historic church building
Dave Campbell once thought himself to be more of a fill-in before accepting the title of pastor in…