Former Bremerton High assistant football coach’s six-year battle leading up to the Supreme Court ends with a decision in his favor over religious freedom issues. (First Liberty Institute photo)

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Prayers answered: Coach wins in Supreme Court

Bremerton football coach prevails in a 6-3 court decision

Motorcyclists weave through each other during a pre-parade demonstration. Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent Photos

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Fathoms parade winners announced

The annual Fathoms O’ Fun Festival returned to the streets of Port Orchard for the first time since…

Suquamish Councilmember Sammy Mabe speaks during the tribe's joint meeting with the city of Poulsbo. Courtesy Photos

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Poulsbo, Suquamish officials meet for 1st time since 2020

Tribe suspended relationship following fatal shooting

Downtown Port Orchard. Courtesy Photo

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Funding advances for Port Orchard downtown revitalization

The House Appropriations Committee has advanced new funding championed by U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer to support the reconstruction…

Firework cakes with prices attached, Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent

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Fizzle or boom on fireworks with higher costs?

Fourth of July celebrations in Kitsap County are getting back to pre-pandemic levels, but firework vendors are feeling…

The South Kitsap Community Pool’s roof is being replaced, according to officials. (SKSD photo)

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Modernization of South Kitsap Community Pool is on schedule

Opening date is fall 2023

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It’s time again to vote for the Best of South Kitsap!

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It’s time again to vote for the Best of Central Kitsap!

Former Bremerton High assistant football coach Joe Kennedy’s case against the Bremerton School District was decided in favor of the coach by a 6-3 majority of the U.S. Supreme Court judges. (File photo)

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Supreme Court rules in favor of Bremerton football coach

The high court ruled 6-3 that Bremerton School District violated Joe Kennedy’s First Amendment rights

A little parade watcher exchanges a wave with a princess on a float. (Bob Smith | Kitsap News Group)

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Summer weather returns just in time for Fathoms parade

Absent for two straight summers, parade watchers soak in the fun and sun

A map of the North Kitsap region where many trail segments are being considered for the North Sound to Olympics Trail. Courtesy Graphic

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Planning discussed for North Sound to Olympics Trail

Kitsap County Public Works held an open house Wednesday at the Village Green Community Center in Kingston to…

The Timber Run sign inside the apartment property. Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent Photos

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Rent hike could leave some homeless

Some residents at a Port Orchard apartment complex are scrambling to find new places to live after receiving…

The Planned Parenthood clinic in Bremerton. Courtesy Photo

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Bremerton Planned Parenthood vows to provide access

Roe v. Wade overturned by US Supreme Court

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Toddler survives fentanyl overdose; mom arrested

Poulsbo child, 2, is alert; long-term effects unknown

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Turning 105 is no big deal for Mary DeLaGrange

Port Orchard birthday girl just wants her family to enjoy some cake

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All events back on for Kingston 4th of July

Parade at noon; fireworks at 10 p.m.

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Filling void, couple brings cider house to Poulsbo

With so many breweries and bars located across Kitsap County, a Poulsbo couple wanted to bring something different…

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Political leaders, organizers and supporters join in the call for more action in the mission for racial equality at a Juneteenth rally at Evergreen Rotary Park on Saturday, June 18 in Bremerton.

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Celebrating Juneteenth

Attendees say more steps are needed for racial equity

The donated concrete floats were towed to the Port of Poulsbo for complete refurbishment and reuse in the new floating breakwater. Courtesy Photo

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Construction of new Poulsbo breakwater begins

Will be ready for public by next year