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Cats will take over three city halls in Kitsap for a day: Poulsbo on Aug. 8, Bainbridge Island on Aug. 15 and Port Orchard on Aug. 29.                                Fiona Margo / Courtesy photo

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Meet Port Orchard’s fuzzy new politicians at Aug. 29 ‘Kitty Hall’

PORT ORCHARD — From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 29, there’ll be all new politicians in the…

Prepare yourself before trying to identify birds

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Prepare yourself before trying to identify birds

If you’re watching a Seattle Mariners game, you can easily guess by their uniforms what the players on…

Dahlias: It’s the variety that lures them in

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Dahlias: It’s the variety that lures them in

It’s a flower whose name can bring many pictures to mind. That’s because no one is really sure…

IPNC sets table for celebration of Oregon, Pinot Noir

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IPNC sets table for celebration of Oregon, Pinot Noir

Ask an international wine expert what Oregon is known for, and it’s a safe bet they will answer…

Community event helps Bremerton ‘reflect the same beauty that Mother Nature provides’

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Community event helps Bremerton ‘reflect the same beauty that Mother Nature provides’

BREMERTON — Bremertonians will gather together on Sept. 16, joined by a single purpose: to beautify Bremerton.

Whaling Days Parade | Photos

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Whaling Days Parade | Photos

Photos from the perspective of someone who walked in the parade

Warm, remote Wahluke Slope attracts more attention

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Warm, remote Wahluke Slope attracts more attention

MATTAWA, Washington - The Wahluke Slope is a dusty, often forgotten corner of Washington wine country. In reality,…

Who needs petunias when you have these creepers?

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Who needs petunias when you have these creepers?

Are your petunias looking tired, or are you tired of looking at petunias?

Joshua Porter “The Tree of Ruin” and Birke Duncan “Tricky Trivia Party Games“

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Joshua Porter “The Tree of Ruin” and Birke Duncan “Tricky Trivia Party Games“

Joshua Porter has written “The Tree of Ruin,” an adventure into another world. As one reviewer wrote, “This…

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Free books for children at Woodland Elementary School READ Up program

SILVERDALE — Woodlands Elementary School has been the site of an invasion.

Berry nice: Nature has lots in store outside your door | Kitsap Weekly

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Berry nice: Nature has lots in store outside your door | Kitsap Weekly

Nature has lots in store outside your door

Children can enjoy the carnival rides at Whaling Days this weekend in Silverdale.

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This weekend’s Best Bets

Not sure how you’ll spend your weekend?

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Long summer days and the things kids say | Kid Wisdom

Summer days seem to stretch long with the extended hours of sunshine. Often, that makes time for summer…

The Great American Eclipse of 2017

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The Great American Eclipse of 2017

After a 99-year absence, one of the greatest shows on Earth crosses the United States on Aug. 21:…

The Harry Potter birthday bash will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 30 at Mrs. Muir’s House, 32199 N. Rainier Ave., Port Gamble (Sophie Bonomi/Kitsap News Group)

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Muggles invited to Harry Potter’s birthday bash July 30

“A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest man”

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STEM opportunities at your local library | Check it out

Youth Services Librarian Whitney has hosted Teen STEM programs every month this year. Some of the activities included…

Cinthia Tyler said, “My sweet pocket pitty loves everyone. Especially kids.”                                Photo courtesy Cinthia Tyler

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‘El Diablo of the dog world’: Do pit bulls deserve their reputation?

One thing almost everyone can agree on: Dogs are wonderful additions to the family.

Rotary Duck Race always a big hit at Whaling Days Festival

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Rotary Duck Race always a big hit at Whaling Days Festival

SILVERDALE — Around 1:30 p.m. on July 30, it might be a good idea to “duck” outside and…

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Pit bull myths and statistics

Read an article about personal experiences with pit bulls here.

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Whaling Days schedule of events

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