Burial with military honors is scheduled for Dec. 6, 1 p.m., at Mount Tahoma National Cemetery for Michael R. Evanger. He passed away Sept. 27 at Franciscan Hospice, University Place. Michael was a friend to many, always ready to reach out to help those in need, and freely shared his skills and knowledge. He will be greatly missed by those he touched and loved.
Individuals can decorate their most imaginative scarecrow and donate it through Nov. 15 to be entered in the contest, according to Jennifer Hardison, executive director.
Fall is rapidly leaving with its beautiful colors in tow.
The final article in a three-part series about the rise of opiate use in Kitsap.
Before an Apple Cup champion emerges, Gov. Jay Inslee says he wants to see an approved transportation bill on his desk crafted through a bipartisan effort and identifying $10 billion in revenue sources needed to keep the state’s roads and bridges from failing. “November is the month for action here,” Inslee told a room full of Sound Publishing editors and reporters on Oct. 25. “Actually, April and May were the months.”
Like others who find themselves in her situation, Tami Fioranelli never thought she’d need the help of others to put food on her table and have a safe place to sleep. “I like to help people, but I don’t know how to ask for help,” Fioranelli said.
Market seeks partnerships with the city or the port to establish a permanent location either within downtown Poulsbo or on Viking Avenue.
Free haircuts and dental work were among the highest demanded services on Oct. 19 — so much, that appointments for the day filled up fast.
The John Sedgwick Junior High band will join the U.S. Navy Band’s Popular Music and Brass Quintet groups for a special performance at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
Starting next year, thanks to a $211,350 grant from the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) and other past funding, Evergreen Rotary Park will be home to Kitsap County’s first ADA accessible playground.
“For some reason, black animals often tend to be adopted last, and we currently have over 30 black cats that need good homes,” said Eric Stevens, executive director of the Kitsap Humane Society. “We are grouping them together in our cattery this weekend and offering a special discount just for them. We are asking the community to help find loving, caring homes for these animals.”
The exercise includes boat tactics, security zone enforcement, weapons capabilities and is designed to ensure quality training for Coast Guard personnel. During the exercise, Coast Guard personnel will be using blank rounds and LA-51 warning munitions for live-fire training.
Because Lanie Scott is told she’s underqualified, the mother of two has been unable to find work. The 36-year-old said restaurants in the area are unwilling to hire her as a dishwasher. Scott’s husband is working, though, and the family is able to get by. “We’re hanging in there,” Scott said. “It’s not exactly easy living nowadays.”
Richard was born on March 6, 1950 in Burbank, Calif. He worked at Eaz-Lift Co. as a forge operator for 35 years, and later moved with his family to Washington. He was a member of the Suquamish Tribe. He worked at Clearwater Casino for 15 years, working his way from dealer to supervisor of table games. He was a proud tribal elder and enjoyed learning about Suquamish customs and traditions.
He was born on Aug. 12, 1943 in Fort Defiance, Ariz. He worked for Lockheed Shipyard, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe. Herman was a United States Marine Corps veteran.
ShareNet launches its 2013-14 Neighbor Aid campaign. Port of Kingston is recruiting a new manager. The school board votes against a press box at Buccaneer Field. Those are the top stories in the November edition of the Kingston Community News, available now in the mail and in local stores.
Emma Otis celebrates her 112th birthday. A parent tells the story of her children’s heroin addiction. Fishline appeals for help as it expands services to meet needs. Those are among the top stories in the Oct. 25 North Kitsap Herald, available now at newsstands and in stores.
Two persons were arrested late Oct. 21 as a result of a narcotics investigation at a residence in the 6100 block of NE Center Street, Suquamish. Detectives with the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigative Unit followed-up on tips concerning suspected drug activity at the residence, according to Sheriff’s Office spokesman Scott Wilson.
Officers from a joint task force arrested nine persons for prostitution and drug-related offenses Wednesday in Suquamish.
Officers from a joint task force arrested nine persons for prostitution and drug-related offenses Wednesday in Suquamish.
“Renovation Celebration” will begin at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, with a ribbon cutting scheduled with a short ceremony thanking donors, along with guided tours and children’s activities, according to Branch Manager Kathleen Wilson.