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Overburdened counties say ‘enough’ | Jerry Cornfield

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Overburdened counties say ‘enough’ | Jerry Cornfield

Unfunded mandates from state are unfairly shifting costs locally, counties say.

A Port Orchard legend departs

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A Port Orchard legend departs

Bryan Petro: Boisterous, positive and proud of his community.

A common thread among people of all faiths

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A common thread among people of all faiths

On Dec. 25, 2.4 billion inhabitants of this planet will celebrate the birth of one they believe paid…

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A reminder we need a community hospital in Bremerton

In the injured police officers’ cases, 11 minutes and 5 miles could have been the difference between a…

Bremerton Police Chief Steven D. Strachan

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Acts of compassion and humility by our police

I want to share some incidents that illustrate what our people do every day

Audrey Cole

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The ballot gives young people a voice | Updated

Greg Wheeler won the election for Bremerton mayor. This version has been corrected to indicate that, as well…

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The true path to progress | In Our Opinion

The issues before Congress are not Democratic issues, nor are they Republican issues. They are American issues.

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Port attorney critical to protecting public trust

“The people of this state do not yield their sovereignty to the agencies that serve them. The people,…

<em>Hood Canal Bridge.   </em>Don Clotfelter/WSDOT

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Effects from Hood Canal Bridge disaster felt today | FerryFare

Brrrr … The spaces between the glass panes that allow the wind to blow through Kingston’s passenger ramp…

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Holiday traditions | Tolman’s Tales

Growing up, my family’s main holiday tradition was opening a single gift, usually selected by Mom or Dad,…

School staff, police are keeping students safe | In Our Opinion

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School staff, police are keeping students safe | In Our Opinion

Those impacted by recent lockdowns at South Kitsap High have voiced opinions (ironically over social media) ranging from…

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Let’s get through the season together | In Our Opinion

Why is it that there are so many requests for help this time of year? It’s not because…

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Campaign ideas worth exploring | In Our Opinion

We congratulate those who ran for office in the Nov. 7 general election.

Check your Uzi before entering Senate? | Jerry Cornfield

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Check your Uzi before entering Senate? | Jerry Cornfield

If you come to the state Capitol and want to see lawmakers in action, there are a few…

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State ferry Spokane: More than good looks |FerryFare

The most obvious result of Spokane’s fall overhaul is the gleaming new job and signage. Less noticeable but…

<em>The blackened canteen has become a symbol of peace among former enemies, and it represents hope for a future of peaceful understanding between peoples.</em>                                Courtesy Pacific Aviation Museum, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

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Healing the wounds of war: A lesson for us all

By KATHY SOLE | Columnist

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Collaboration in Old Town Silverdale | In Our Opinion

The room on the second floor of Monica’s Waterfront Cafe was buzzing with conversation Nov. 28, the volume…

The difference between those who need help, and criminals | Chief Strachan

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The difference between those who need help, and criminals | Chief Strachan

During the third week of November, officers were dispatched to a convenience store regarding a report of a…

The problem with Kaepernick as Citizen of the Year | Sarah Smiley

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The problem with Kaepernick as Citizen of the Year | Sarah Smiley

My biggest problem with Colin Kaepernick being named Citizen of the Year by GQ magazine is not that…

State can’t afford a repeat of ‘93 | Don Brunell

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State can’t afford a repeat of ‘93 | Don Brunell

Twenty-five years ago, business took a beating in Olympia. The swing to the left in the 1992 general…