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Everything Bremerton: Spend schools money wisely
Education is an investment. An investment that, as a citizen and a parent, I view includes a certain…
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When driving, watch for children | Editorial
Children return to school Sept. 7. It’s a good idea to be extra cautious when driving, and to…
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The benefits of doing your best and being healthy | Editor’s Notebook
Others younger than her had dropped out, but Betty Peck approached the 16th lap mark and was just…
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RePower can help you save energy | Editorial
You’re at work. But at home, your computer and other electronic appliances are also working, sucking electricity while…
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Being ‘green’ may be worth the expense
Until electric vehicles are numerous, infrequent use of charging stations is an unavoidable part of making the transition.
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Everything Bremerton: Downtown revitalization takes time and attention for the long haul
Bringing a downtown core back from the brink of decay, abandonment and disinterest is a long-term, risk-taking struggle…
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In our opinion: Good neighbors
Last weekend the Union Hill neighborhood shined as an example of something needed citywide – neighbors being neighborly…
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In our opinion: Good neighbors
Last weekend the Union Hill neighborhood shined as an example of something needed citywide – neighbors being neighborly…
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Growth along Bethel can benefit all of SK
Annexing the Bethel Avenue commercial area into the city of Port Orchard may benefit all South Kitsap residents,…
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Don’t deflect blame for missing ballot deadline
Feb. 14 is the special election date, but it was hardly a rosy exchange of valentines this week…
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Silverdale incorporation not just ‘another layer of government’
The question asked in the Aug. 5 headline “Who’s in favor of a City of Silverdale” is the…
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In our opinion: Southern exposure
As the county leaders consider more regulations for “sexspresso” stands operating throughout the county they should also consider…
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In our opinion: Southern exposure
As the county leaders consider more regulations for “sexspresso” stands operating throughout the county they should also consider…
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Everything Bremerton: Building blocks of Bremerton
Saturday, Aug. 13 is the annual Union Hill Block Party. A section of Veneta Avenue in the 10th…
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At no cost, immunizations should be a no-brainer
Along with the various controversies in the news this week — “sexpresso” coffee stands, medical marijuana dispensaries, higher…
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About our series, ‘Ghost Streams’ | Editorial
Today, we launch a series, “Ghost Streams.” During the course of the series, we invite you to comment…
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Night Out’s good results may not be so noticeable
This editorial appears in the Aug. 5, 2011 edition of the Port Orchard Independent.
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Make your vote count on Aug. 16 | Editorial
Voter turnouts have historically been low in Kitsap County’s primary elections, with elections decided by one-third of registered…
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Everything Bremerton: Brewed up a barrel o’ fun in Bremerton
I have been to various beer and wine festivals over the years. The BrewFest in Portland is one…
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‘Night Out’ event pays incalculable dividends
It isn’t the only reason Port Orchard stages events like Fathoms o’Fun, the Festival of Lights and Chimes,…