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A 9-year-old girl and her 40-year-old father died following a house fire in South Kitsap July 5. An investigation is underway.

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Child, father die following SK house fire, investigation underway

An investigation is underway following the deaths of a child and her father in a house fire July…

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Construction on the Nordic Cottage housing project is slated to finish in September.

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Waiting list for Nordic Cottages expected to open this month

Tenants slated to move in around September

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Impact fee calculation revised to meet legislative requirements

If you’re applying for a permit in Kitsap County on or after July 1, you’ll notice a change…

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Florida-based group to build 3 hybrid-electric ferries for WSF

Gov. Bob Ferguson awarded a contract to Florida-based Eastern Shipbuilding Group July 1 to build three new 160-vehicle…

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Huge crowds typically gather on both sides of Highway 104 for the Kingston 4th of July parade.

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Celebrate 4th of July in Kingston from dusk ‘til dawn

The Fourth of July in Kingston is one of North Kitsap’s longest-running traditions, and 2025 is no different,…

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Suquamish generates $250 million a year for Kitsap economy, per study

A new economic impact study detailing the scope of the Suquamish Tribe’s contributions across Kitsap County and the…

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PO Land Use Committee reopens discussion on MFTE program

The Port Orchard Land Use Committee resumed discussion on the city’s former Multifamily Tax Exemption program, reviewing past…

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The Daffodil Royal Court rolls through the Fathoms O’ Fun Parade in Port Orchard June 28.

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Port Orchard kicks off summer with 56th Fathoms Parade

Families and community members lined Bay Street June 28 for the 56th annual Fathoms O’ Fun Parade, a…

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The store’s day-to-day operations will remain the same.

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PO bookstore begins transition to nonprofit model

After three years in business, Sinclair Inlet Book Co. in Port Orchard is turning a new page.

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SVdP Bremerton has transformed its food bank model similar to a farmers market in efforts to be more accessible.

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SVdP Bremerton updates food bank model to be more accessible

A longtime community staple is getting a fresh new look as St. Vincent de Paul Bremerton has officially…

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Best of NK, SK, CK voting live through July 13

It’s time again to vote for the Best of North Kitsap, South Kitsap and Central Kitsap!

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KT’s new tech features include bus tracking, rider alerts

The Kitsap Transit board of directors approved several resolutions and reviewed a presentation on new technology upgrades aimed…

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Newly formed ferry caucus to assist in securing federal funding

Washington State Ferries and public ferry systems around the United States will be the focus of the newly-launched…

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The Bainbridge Island Rite Aid will be converted into a CVS in September.

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Rite Aid locations closing across Kitsap

Bainbridge store turning into CVS

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Snow days, enrollment, road project discussed by SK school board

The South Kitsap School Board met June 18 to hear updates from superintendent Tim Winter and district staff…

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This year, with even more interest, the event has expanded to two separate markets.

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Youth entrepreneurs on display at upcoming PO Kids Market

Backstage Alley will soon be buzzing with creativity and confidence as the second annual Kids Arts &Crafts Market…

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Port Orchard police chief Matt Brown (left) and deputy chief Andy Brandon hold accreditation plaques awarded to the force by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs.

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Port Orchard Police Department reaccredited

All other Kitsap law enforcement agencies received accreditation

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Community group in Manchester pilots ‘Drive Friendly’ campaign

A new community-led campaign aimed at curbing speeding and promoting respectful driving behavior is underway in Manchester.

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The celebration featured a wide range of activities for all ages.

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Bremerton Juneteenth Block Party celebrates Black freedom

Despite cloudy skies, the spirit of freedom and unity filled Perry Avenue June 19, as community members gathered…

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Starting July 2, Bedtime Books at Bethany will offer USDA-approved summer meals for children under 18.

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Summer literacy program adds free meals for SK students

A weekly literacy program hosted by Bethany Lutheran Church in Port Orchard will expand this summer to include…