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The Kitsap County Shrine Club participated in the 2017 Armed Forces Day Parade. They club will be holding a free workshop Oct. 9 to screen for potential patients for the Portland Shriners Hospital, which provides free medical care to accepted patients until they’re 18 years old.                                Michelle Beahm / File photo

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Kitsap Shriners pay for medical care for qualifying children

Learn more about the types of care they offer and about eligibility at a free workshop Oct. 9.

Brandon Greenhill, left, and Derek Ejda are the two full-time bicycle patrol officers for the Bremerton Police Department.                                Michelle Beahm / Kitsap News Group

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Bicycle patrol is ‘proactive,’ not ‘reactive’ policing

BREMERTON — In April, the Bremerton Police Department set up a new kind of patrol for the city,…

Nathan Abbott, general manager of the Bay Street Bistro, mixes three signature cocktails.                                Michelle Beahm / Kitsap News Group

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Dining at Bay Street Bistro is ‘like going to a friend’s house for dinner’

PORT ORCHARD — Eating at the Bay Street Bistro “is like going to a friend’s house for dinner…

Whaling Days Parade | Photos

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Whaling Days Parade | Photos

Photos from the perspective of someone who walked in the parade

Cinthia Tyler said, “My sweet pocket pitty loves everyone. Especially kids.”                                Photo courtesy Cinthia Tyler

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‘El Diablo of the dog world’: Do pit bulls deserve their reputation?

One thing almost everyone can agree on: Dogs are wonderful additions to the family.

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Pit bull myths and statistics

Read an article about personal experiences with pit bulls here.

Biking and walking are two common methods of “active transportation,” which is one aspect of the “not drive-alone” commutes the Washington State Transportation Commission hopes to increase to 29 percent of all commutes in Washington by 2020.                                Michelle Beahm / Kitsap News Group

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Bremerton ranked third in state for active transportation

City excells in statewide emphasis on “not drive-alone commutes”

It’ll be a whale of a good time

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It’ll be a whale of a good time

SILVERDALE — If you’re looking for a “whale of a good time,” you’re in luck. On July 28-30,…

Sophie Bonomi | Kitsap News Group file photo                                A rider and her horse show grace and skill in the barrel riding event in the 2016 Kitsap County Fair. Now, the equestrian arena is fully covered and upgraded, enabling equestrian programs to use the arena year-round.

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New arena should ‘spur interest’ in year-round equestrian programs at the fairgrounds

By Michelle Beahm

Michelle Beahm | Independent                                Nobi Kawasaki prepares meals for the July 18 Family Kitchen meal at First Lutheran Community Church.

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Family Kitchen feeds dozens eight days a month

Low income, homeless and seniors welcome for free, balanced meals at First Lutheran Community Church

Poulsbo, Coffee Oasis team up to provide transitional housing for women

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Poulsbo, Coffee Oasis team up to provide transitional housing for women

POULSBO — The Coffee Oasis and the City of Poulsbo are entering into an agreement that solves two…

Laura Kneib, owner of F.R.O.G. Soap, won the 2017 Recycler of the Year Award from the Washington State Recycling Association.  Michelle Beahm / Kitsap News Group

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F.R.O.G. Soap named Washington recycler of the year

BREMERTON — “I gotta tell ya, I felt as giddy as the ‘Ugly Duckling’ when he swam into…

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‘No matter how you feel and what time of year it is, you have to have a bowl of gumbo’

Ciyona’s Cuisine De L’âme opens July 7, features creole cuisine passed down from owner’s grandmother

Pile on the memories: Flipping flapjacks is Fourth of July tradition

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Pile on the memories: Flipping flapjacks is Fourth of July tradition

For some, Bainbridge’s Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast is simply an opportunity to eat some breakfast while benefiting…

Independence Day celebration kicks off with Bremerton Bridge Blast July 1 | Slideshow

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Independence Day celebration kicks off with Bremerton Bridge Blast July 1 | Slideshow

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A bit about the Swallows of Capistrano

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A bit about the Swallows of Capistrano

According to folklore, the cliff swallows return annually to the famous Mission of San Juan Capistrano on St.…

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Preparing for the 4th: Keeping your pet safe during festivities

While shooting off fireworks on the Fourth of July and having a barbecue with family and friends can…

Dunlap climbs into his custom paddle boat, which took him 20 years to make.                                Ian Snively / Kitsap News Group

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Custom-made paddle boat is displayed on Liberty Bay

POULSBO — With 3.5-inch engines, 80 square feet of tubing and one large paddle wheel, Allan D. Dunlap’s…

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Emergency number for fireworks issues established

To avoid overwhelming the 911 reporting system during this year’s Fourth of July holiday — a busy time…

Quinn Ward

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Enjoying all the moments with your kids

I am often told to enjoy every moment with my children while they are little. I see the…