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Longtime Kitsap business honored as Pet Sitter of the Year
Leash4Lease, a locally owned and operated pet sitting business serving most of Kitsap County, has received the honor…
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PO nursing assistant named Caregiver of the Year
In recognition of her compassionate care of seniors with Alzheimer’s, cancer and other maladies, Doris LaPorte of Port…
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Nonprofit helps PO Navy veteran, cancer survivor regain purpose
Port Orchard Navy veteran and breast cancer survivor, Maria Yuvienco, has recently found sports as a way to…
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Bremerton Black Market to debut at Quincy Square next spring
A celebration of African-American-led businesses will debut on Quincy Square May 2, 2026, as the Bremerton Black Market…
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Rep. Nance breaks another record with run along Mississippi River
Representative Greg Nance (D-Bainbridge Island) of the 23rd Legislative District broke another world record this fall, once again…
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New Kingston pet shop/lounge helps fund animal rescue nonprofit
You may have noticed that there have been some changes to downtown Kingston lately. One of the most…
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WSU marching band features students from Kitsap
When the Washington State University Cougar Marching Band took to the football field at the school’s bowl game…
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Kitsap Best of the Best results revealed
Kitsap Daily News and The Bainbridge Island Review are proud to announce our readers’ choices for the best…
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NK High’s Bridge Program gives special needs students life skills
If you visit the Red Apple grocery store in Poulsbo on a Tuesday morning, you might see a…
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Kitsap organizations assessing forest health by recording birds
If you’re out walking in the forested areas of Kitsap County, tread lightly and speak softly — there…
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New permanent site for PO performance nonprofit in the works
The Western Washington Center for the Arts in Port Orchard is continuing to engage the community through performances…
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Mabel the duck is Port Orchard’s newest sensation
What began as a curious white object in the grass of a Port Orchard yard has turned into…
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Kitsap courthouse dog provides comfort in rather stressful situations
With a wet nose, gentle personality and wagging tail, Lovely is a frequent visitor to the Kitsap County…
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Early detection, advanced treatment improve breast cancer survival
Breast cancer remains the most diagnosed cancer in Kitsap County, accounting for about 30% of all cancers in…
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West Sound Academy students debut first play under new leader
For Thalia Wolff, leading West Sound Academy’s theatre program feels like a full-circle moment.
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Kitsap seniors learn computer, smartphone skills through tech classes
Seniors who grew up handwriting letters and taking photos on Kodak film can be intimidated when confronted with…
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There’s no age limit at KRL’s LEGO building sessions
Since 2022, Kitsap Regional Library has offered young LEGO enthusiasts building opportunities at its Bainbridge Island branch.
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Port Orchard youth explore Latin jazz at camp
For middle and high school students in Kitsap County, music opened doors to worlds beyond their classrooms, and…
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Port Orchard woman still going strong following 108th birthday
Mary DeLaGrange of Port Orchard marked her 108th birthday July 1, surrounded by family and memories that span…
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KRL’s summer programs provide opportunities for families
Kitsap Regional Library’s 2025 Summer Learning program launched in May and continues to draw families across the county…