State Senate District 26 Map. Courtesy of WA State Legislature district finder

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2 in GOP challenge Randall for Senate seat

Two Republican candidates are challenging incumbent Emily Randall, a Democrat, for the state Senate District 26 seat in…

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Kitsap’s coroner’s office receives high praise

After a year-long process, the Kitsap County Coroner’s Office has been reaccredited by the International Association of Coroners…

A bath room fan malfunction reportedly started this fire July 19. Courtesy Photo

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NKF&R fires go from 4 to 10 in a year

Back-to-back house fires this week in North Kitsap.

Volunteers clean up the property where the new homeless shelter is going. Courtesy Photo

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Volunteers clean new homeless shelter property

Grounds of Kitsap County’s $6.3 million homeless shelter in Port Orchard got a makeover thanks to the sweat…

This dog is appropriately named Smiles. Humane Society Courtesy Photos

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Hot dog? Tips on keeping pets cool during summer

With warm summer days here some dogs find themselves splashing around in the backyard kiddie pool, happily biting…

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Republican Ace Haynes, bottom left, and incumbent Democrat Tarra Simmons, bottom right, participated in a candidate forum for state Rep. 1 of Legislative District 23.

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Incumbent Simmons facing two challengers in primary

A candidate forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Kitsap, was held July 11 for state…

Olympic High girl's volleyball coach Keith Peden says schools rely on revenue sports to make money so other sports can receive a chunk of the funds.

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Has Title IX provided equal funding for women’s sports?

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Kitsap County parks director Alex Wisniewski speaks about the Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park framework at the July 11 county commissioners meeting. Courtesy Photo

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Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park framework discussed

Mountain bike ride park, STO trail, recreation and education campus included

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One of the kids tables in the new children’s section.

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Book to Manchester to see expansion

Check out the expansion at the Manchester branch of the Kitsap Regional Libraries — it includes a fun…

Night Owl Cycling founder Kelly Campo works on a bike in the shop. Tyler Shuey/North Kitsap Herald Photos

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Pedaling ‘mountain bike resort’ to N. Kitsap

Night Owl Cycling adding bike trails, lounge, overnight stays

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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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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