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Eagles thank Port Orchard businesses | Letter to the editor

Since we started our unique special Port Orchard Eagles “Thank You Cash Mob” in July 2013, we have…

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A shocking introduction to political journalism in D.C.

My introduction to political journalism in Washington D.C. was abrupt and shocking.

SKFR levy vote a must for growing community | In Our Opinion

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SKFR levy vote a must for growing community | In Our Opinion

If there ever was a taxpayer-supported service in which residents get more than their money’s worth, it has…

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Senator needs a lesson in tolerance | Tolman’s Tales

By JEFF TOLMAN

SK voters hold key to maintaining fire services | Wright

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SK voters hold key to maintaining fire services | Wright

By STEVE WRIGHT

Primary election: Have some issues with a side of eggs | In Our Opinion

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Primary election: Have some issues with a side of eggs | In Our Opinion

How do you like your eggs? Try them over easy — with a side of issues. (Yes, this…

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Relay for Life is a powerful force against cancer | In Our Opinion

If you participate in Relay For Life, you are on the front lines in the battle against cancer.

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Ask hard questions about tax increases | Roger Gay

In the near future, a number of organizations in our county will be asking for funds to continue…

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Restore the Poulsbo Police Advisory Board | In Our Opinion

Poulsbo’s Police Advisory Board was established in December 1991 and was, for 23 years, an avenue of communication…

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Cry, our beloved representative government | As It Turns Out

An e-mail this morning brought updated news of dozens of factions, all crying out for their embattled causes.…

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Get restrooms placed near long ferry lanes | In Our Opinion

Ahh, summer in Kitsap. Sunshine, beaches, special events, and vehicles in the ferry holding lane from downtown Kingston…

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Face the future, let go of the past

The Kitsap Peninsula has a proud military history. We read about it in almost every issue of the…

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RAISE Act is crucial for Alzheimer’s care | Letter to the editor

Caregiving is an emotionally, physically and financially draining role. I have been one of those caregivers. For 7…

Jordan and Jayne (no last name given)

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What are you planning to do on Independence Day? | Street Talk

Street Talk

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Attend candidates’ forum on June 29 | In Our Opinion

On Aug. 1, voters in Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, and in North and Central Kitsap will narrow down the…

Legslature needs to resolve two court case dilemmas | Jan Angel

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Legslature needs to resolve two court case dilemmas | Jan Angel

By JAN ANGEL

By Walt Elliot / June 2017

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Fare policy changes | FerryFare

The proposed fare increases for this October are 2.9 percent for vehicles and 2.5 percent for passengers. Next…

Congratulations, Class of 2017 | In Our Opinion

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Congratulations, Class of 2017 | In Our Opinion

(Editor’s note: Some commencement locations and times are incorrect in the print version of this editorial. They are…

The salute heard ‘round the sound: the USS Iowa (BB-4) in 1898. (National Archives/Public domain)

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Now, as then, news close to home reigns | Editor’s Notebook

I was doing some research in the Port Orchard Independent office on June 5, going through the earliest…

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The difficult challenge facing the U.S. Congress | As it Turns Out

President Trump’s firing of FBI director James Comey was quite the showstopper a couple weeks back. It had…