POULSBO — As the impacts of the citywide moratorium on new building applications and Planned Unit Developments take hold, two sides to the issue are quickly taking shape.
The council unanimously enacted the six-month Sept. 13 and stated that it would be lifted moratorium once the city’s new Critical Areas Ordinance is adopted and its PUD policies are updated.
POULSBO — Enthusiasm, excitement, energy and positivity fly at the PJH gym, much like the barrage of volleyballs during a Panther’s serving drill Wednesday.
It’s a whole new year for the Poulsbo Junior High volleyball team, but the foundation which makes the Panthers, the Panthers is still in place.
HANSVILLE — Armed with hot dogs and handshakes, Christine Rolfes, the Democratic challenger for Position 2 in the 23rd District for the House of Representatives, and Sherry Appleton, who is seeking reelection to Position 1 in the 23rd District, enticed voters to Buck Lake Park last Saturday afternoon for political discussion and lunch.
The event was hosted by the Hansville Democrats, who invited the public to share its comments and concerns about the state of the district with the two candidates.
POULSBO — The peaceful sound of water running gently over logs and rocks provides a tranquil setting, even though city traffic buzzes less than 100 feet away.
That natural flow accompanied by the melodious chorus of birds singing on a cool, crisp September morning are what the majority of the those who attended Saturday’s open house for the Morris Park master plan hope to preserve.
POULSBO — Even though crowds of people didn’t flock to Nelson Park Saturday to share stories about the life and times of Little Norway, it wasn’t a total disappointment.
As part of their ongoing effort to produce a documentary about all the things that make Poulsbo, uniquely Poulsbo, Galloping Pictures filmmakers Chris Davenport and Godwin Selembo offered the entire community an opportunity to share its stories.
POULSBO — Trailing Yelm 14-7 at halftime, North lumbered into the locker room and found a spark of adjustments that ignited a 28-point second half, punctuating the true beginning of the Vikings’ season.
Last Friday night’s 35-14 non-league win boosts the Vikings to 1-1 on the year as Narrows League play starts Friday at Stadium.
SUQUAMISH — Fifteen years after selling 13 acres of her land at bargain prices and donating her house and the acre that it sits on, Virginia Cowling was formally recognized and thanked Saturday by the Suquamish Tribe.
The tribe has been the recipient of Cowling’s donations, and gladly honored her accomplishments and gifts to the community during a traditional salmon bake.
About 150 people attended the celebration, said Suquamish Tribal Chairman Leonard Forsman.
POULSBO — Part of the improvements to the south fork of Dogfish Creek should be completed by the end of the week, marking a hallmark for the State Route 305 widening project.
Crews from Stan Palmer Construction of Port Orchard should have water flowing back into the section of the creek between Schuck’s Auto Supply and Forest Rock Lane as early as today and most likely by Friday, said Washington State Department of Transportation construction supervisor George Titterness.
KINGSTON — Progress is coming from every direction as the molding clay of Kingston High School forms into its master plan while Wick Construction crews hammer out the details.
The final sheet rock is being secured into place and the hallways are filled with the smell of fresh paint. Classrooms, restrooms, commons and corridors have all been constructed as the school building project rounds the corner into its final phases.
ARTS & CRAFTS
LEGO ROBOTICS: Lego League forming on Bainbridge Island, led by retired engineer and robotic enthusiast Jim Vaughan. Open to youth ages 9-14. Meets 1-4 p.m. most Saturdays at Battle Point Park Observatory, Bainbridge Island. Free. Call to check meeting time (206) 855-9101.
In a community where entrepreneurs are everywhere and a large part of what makes North Kitsap the thriving community it is, the fact that no one in Kingston has made a full-hearted run at restarting a quality, reasonably-priced breakfast service in the early a.m. is baffling.
The Kingston Inn has been gone exactly a year and rather than filling the huge business void, most seem content to play the waiting game.
If you’re looking for some light entertainment this weekend I recommend seeing “Noises Off†at Bremerton Community Theatre, said to be one of the funniest plays ever written.
“Footloose†at Central Stage Theatre of County Kitsap is also a good time, with the lesson in redemption safely sugar-coated with singing and dancing. “Shirley Valentine,†playing at the Jewel Box, is a one-woman poignant look at middle age with an uplifting ending.
KINGSTON — It’s been one year today since the popular eatery and icon that was the Kingston Inn burned to the ground in an electrical fire.
But the impact is still being felt in the North End.
The restaurant was a hub for local patrons and groups, drawing in tourists who were looking for the small town experience, or a good meal at a fair price.
PORT ANGELES — Three races into North Kitsap’s cross country season, and the Vikings are already gunning for the state meet, devising strategies for what it will take to be in front when the time comes.
Witnessing gutsy performances from many of his upper-echelon runners on both the varsity and JV levels already, head coach Lee Hodin knows that the team is laden with championship-caliber talent.
Kitsap County Republicans produced an election upset yesterday, with the self-proclaimed conservative Jack Hamilton defeating moderate incumbent District 3 Commissioner Patty Lent. Sheriff Steve Boyer was also elected to a third term.
LITTLE BOSTON — The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe pulled out all the stops during its annual S’Klallam Day celebration, marking the end of summer with a hot dog eating contest, children’s games and family fun. The festival was a way for the tribe to share good times, great food and the spirit of neighborliness, said organizer Kaye Jones.
“It’s going good,†she said about the event. “It’s always a big hit with the kids.â€
Grammy Award-winning singer Nanci Griffith is making a rare solo concert appearance in Bremerton, in support of a Kitsap County organization which works to provide TLC for the people who care for cancer patients. And it all began with one friend.
Friends of Avery was founded in October of 2005 by Wendy Rohrbach after her experience of taking care of her best friend, Avery, who died from cancer five months earlier.
POULSBO — Even though she was the one sister who didn’t have Polycystic Kidney Disease, Joyce Padgett will lead the way for Team Challenge V at Sunday’s PKD Walk at Seattle’s Green Lake.
Padgett, the younger sister of Poulsbo resident Betty Bennett, died unexpectedly Feb. 16, 2006 and this year’s walk is dedicated to her memory, Bennett said.
KINGSTON — With so much attention on bringing passenger-only service back to Kingston, any official discussion about ferries from Kingston is a big draw for residents.
Riding this wave of enthusiasm, Kingston’s Ferry Advisory Committee invites the public to take a peek at the Washington State Department of Transportation’s long-term plan for Washington State Ferries in Kingston as well as other future projects.
SILVERDALE — The North Kitsap Vikings volleyball squad walked into the CK Cougar’s den with no fear on Tuesday night even though upon taking the court, North’s was at an obvious height disadvantage.
Sporting three girls at the same height as the tallest Viking — at 5’11†— and utilizing 6’3†center Amye Hanson at the net, the Cougars’ towered over North. However when it came down to desire, grit and intensity, the two teams sized up nearly even.
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