The North Kitsap Herald won six awards, including third place for Community Service, in the 2014 Better Newspapers Contest sponsored by the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association. The awards were presented at the association’s annual convention, Oct. 2-4 at Campbell’s Resort in Chelan.
Colello’s Farm Stand Produce, 5749 Bethel Rd. SE, will host it’s annual “Hootenanny and Fall Festival” at 11 a.m. on Oct. 11.
Karolyn Grimes, who played the character of Zuzu in the movie classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” is the guest speaker for the Port Orchard Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Oct. 9.
The Kitsap Sea Hawkers Booster Club is hosting a silent auction (cash or check only) from 5:30-9:30 p.m. during the Seahawks game on Oct. 6
After more than four years as Nancy’s Green Garden, the Kingston shop is changing names.
“We feel quite fortunate to add the Aberdeen cluster of quality news products to Sound Publishing,” said Gloria Fletcher, president of Sound Publishing. “Of course, we value the products but, more importantly, we value the people and the communities these products faithfully serve.”
Amy’s On The Bay Restaurant and Bar, 100 Harrison Ave., will host “Amy’s Wine Social” at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 2. Tickets are $20 per person.
Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler issued a $3,500 fine in August against a Gig Harbor insurance agent who violated state insurance regulations.
Patrons of the Dragonfly Theatre may notice some changes now and in the future.
Kitsap Bank announced that Pawzii, Inc. has won the $20,000 cash prize in the first edg3 Fund competition.
Mayor Tim Matthes announced to the council during the Sept. 16 work study session that he has contacted a law firm and attorney to provide legal services for the city.
The public is invited to review and comment on proposed updates to Washington’s dangerous-waste regulations through Oct. 1. A public hearing will be held via webinar on Sept. 24 at 2 p.m.
The Puget Sound Regional Council is recommending projects to receive more than $686 million in PSRC funds and is encouraging public comment on the $4.8 billion draft regional Transportation Improvement Program.
The Orthopaedic Center at Harrison Medical Center celebrated one year of operation on Sept. 16.
Port Orchard’s Lighthouse will hold a grand opening at 10 a.m. Sept. 24.
RE/MAX Town and Country is announced the addition of Greg Oldham as a broker in their Belfair office.
Kitsap County pulled its compacting trash cans from downtown Kingston along Highway 104 this week. Providing a convenient way for visitors to the heavily trafficked downtown area to dispose of their trash is now up to local merchants.
During her tenure of two years, the chamber moved its offices from 8th Avenue to Highway 305, meetings became more focused on networking and on newsworthy speaker programs, and membership grew from 328 to more than 450.
John L. Scott Real Estate announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Kitsap County offices of Reid Real Estate.
The Port Orchard Chamber of Commerce invites the community to nominate candidates for this year’s Man and Woman of the Year. Nominations are due by Sept. 30.