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A Swainson’s thrush perched on a branch in Western Washington.

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Kitsap organizations assessing forest health by recording birds

If you’re out walking in the forested areas of Kitsap County, tread lightly and speak softly — there…

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Bull kelp

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Kitsap part of recovery effort for two Puget Sound marine species

Tribes, scientists and BI high school student help pass new law

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J62 traveling with the J19 matrilineal line.

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1st looks at Kitsap’s biggest baby seen at Point No Point

A 400-pound, 7-foot-long, orange-and-black newborn may have already set the record for Kitsap’s largest baby of the year,…

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The first waterfall that graces Dickerson Creek.

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Salmon projects in Kitsap hook funding boost

Raising a family in Kitsap County is about to get easier — if you’re a coho salmon, that…

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A scientific diver collects sediment samples in a healthy eelgrass bed for future chemical, physical and taxonomic analyses.

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Eelgrass at BI Superfund site: to restore or not restore?

Eelgrass, a humble aquatic flowering plant that recently made headlines for its newfound ability to cut down dangerous…

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A few large piles of creosote-contaminated dirt frame the future view from Pritchard Park, while a ferry arrives in Bainbridge.

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BI Superfund site gets funds to spur cleanup

Pritchard Park may have some unbeatable views sooner than expected, thanks to new federal funding — they just…

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The visage of a Great Blue Heron, complete with nest and eggs, decorates a mailbox on Lovell Avenue SW on Bainbridge Island.

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Lots for sale near herons concern many

A recent real estate listing has ruffled some feathers in Winslow.

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Two preschool students play in the water during a school day.

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Legacy of outdoor ed on BI brings nature to kids

Bainbridge Islanders are known for their love and appreciation of the natural environment. But what inspires that passion,…

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A large black bear grazes in a field.

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Bear necessity: Respect them ‘so they can stay wild’

Don’t give them easy access to food

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Herring spawn event seen from above along Agate Pass in March of 2023.

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Spring has spawn: Herring return after ‘Holy cow’ recovery

Spring may have melted away dreams of snow, but the beaches of Bainbridge Island are still dappled with…

The area that was cleared of selected trees. Courtesy photos

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Tree-cutting near NK Heritage Park, Arborwood permitted by county

Needed for utilities; developer returning cut trees to park

A volunteer helps pick up trash as part of Puget Soundkeeper’s Poulsbo cleanup. Tyler Shuey/North Kitsap Herald photos

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Puget Soundkeeper holds cleanup events in Kitsap

Seattle-based water quality advocacy group looking to expand footprint

Suquamish Tribe to sue King County over repeated sewage spills in Puget Sound

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Suquamish Tribe to sue King County over repeated sewage spills in Puget Sound

Tribe gave King County 60 days notice to file a lawsuit for continual violations of Clean Water Act

Great Peninsula Conservancy postpones upcoming events

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Great Peninsula Conservancy postpones upcoming events

Annual Spring Dinner will be made up in October

500-gallon sewage spill prompts no-contact advisory for Chico Creek, Chico Bay

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500-gallon sewage spill prompts no-contact advisory for Chico Creek, Chico Bay

Advisory to be in effect through March 11

Conservancy and county team up on local tree planting

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Conservancy and county team up on local tree planting

Event is slated for Saturday, Feb. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to noon; volunteers needed

Local private school will study Kitsap Lake algae blooms

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Local private school will study Kitsap Lake algae blooms

School project looks to prevent recurrent algal blooms at Kitsap Lake

AG Ferguson asks court to block EPA’s attempt to repeal Clean Water Rules

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AG Ferguson asks court to block EPA’s attempt to repeal Clean Water Rules

Attorney General Bob Ferguson recently filed a lawsuit to block the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to repeal a…

Approximately 3,000 gallons of sewage spilled into Kitsap Lake

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Approximately 3,000 gallons of sewage spilled into Kitsap Lake

No-contact advisory issued through December 29

15,000 gallon sewage spill prompts no-contact advisory for Port Washington Narrows

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15,000 gallon sewage spill prompts no-contact advisory for Port Washington Narrows

Seven day no-contact advisory in effect through December 26