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New reporter hired in Port Orchard

Elisha Meyer has been named the new reporter for the Port Orchard Independent, replacing longtime editor Robert Smith,…

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Kitsap voters to receive Primary ballots soon

Kitsap voters to receive Primary ballots soon

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2 Poulsbo bank robbers arrested following legal pursuit

Two men are in custody after reportedly robbing a Poulsbo bank and being pursued by Kitsap County deputies…

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Judge rules against P.O. restaurant owner over COVID

PORT ORCHARD - That One Place restaurant has lost its appeal of COVID-19-related fines totaling $132,000 levied by…

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2 more COVID-related deaths confirmed in Kitsap, 366 total

413 new cases also confirmed in past week

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P.O. woman’s book on 15 steps to heal from sex abuse

A Port Orchard woman is using her past traumatic experiences to promote a book that provides a step-by-step…

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KT bus damages 11 cars, just misses going into inlet

A Kitsap Transit bus reportedly damaged 11 vehicles as it plowed through the Port Orchard Ford dealership Wednesday.

Youth will be able to ride free on Kitsap Transit buses. Courtesy Photo

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KT to kids: Come on and take a free ride

Kitsap County youth will receive their “ticket to freedom” next school year after Kitsap Transit approved a change…

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Suquamish man arrested with lots of drugs, cash

A 29-year-old Suquamish man was arrested in Poulsbo after police allegedly found large amounts of drugs and cash…

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Man who died in P.O. fire identified

The name of the South Kitsap resident killed in a mobile home fire last week was Kenneth E.…

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Man wanted in Bremerton shooting caught

The Kitsap County sheriff’s office and Bremerton police apprehended a fugitive without incident July 6.

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Too big, not a priority, city says in turning away park offer

Mayor says 48-acre property too big a maintenance issue

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Former Bremerton High assistant football coach Joe Kennedy was placed on paid leave in 2015 following a dispute with Bremerton School District over his leading prayer sessions at the 50-yard line following games.

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Supreme Court rules in favor of former Bremerton football coach

High court’s 6-3 decision states Joe Kennedy was terminated without justification

Former Bremerton High assistant football coach’s six-year battle leading up to the Supreme Court ends with a decision in his favor over religious freedom issues. (First Liberty Institute photo)

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Prayers answered: Coach wins in Supreme Court

Bremerton football coach prevails in a 6-3 court decision

Motorcyclists weave through each other during a pre-parade demonstration. Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent Photos

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Fathoms parade winners announced

The annual Fathoms O’ Fun Festival returned to the streets of Port Orchard for the first time since…

Applesauce from South Kitsap High lunchroom

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Changes in free summer lunch program upset some

A popular food program is making its return to the South Kitsap School District this summer, but some…

Suquamish Councilmember Sammy Mabe speaks during the tribe's joint meeting with the city of Poulsbo. Courtesy Photos

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Poulsbo, Suquamish officials meet for 1st time since 2020

Tribe suspended relationship following fatal shooting

Downtown Port Orchard. Courtesy Photo

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Funding advances for Port Orchard downtown revitalization

The House Appropriations Committee has advanced new funding championed by U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer to support the reconstruction…

Firework cakes with prices attached, Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent

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Fizzle or boom on fireworks with higher costs?

Fourth of July celebrations in Kitsap County are getting back to pre-pandemic levels, but firework vendors are feeling…

The South Kitsap Community Pool’s roof is being replaced, according to officials. (SKSD photo)

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Modernization of South Kitsap Community Pool is on schedule

Opening date is fall 2023