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Kitsap Regional Library releases top reads of 2025

Kitsap Regional Library has released its list of the most popular books from 2025, and while it was…

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Greatest share of Kitsap population growth? Migrants

The 2025 state population data is out, and like most of Washington, Kitsap cities and towns are growing…

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Josue May (left), Emilie May (center) and Lisa Johnson (right) pose outside of North Kitsap High School with their donations for the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe.

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Suquamish, PGST step up to help with government shutdown effects

When the federal government ground to a halt in early October, the livelihoods of federal workers and status…

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How Kitsap is holding up now that government shutdown has ended

Financial insecurity brought on by dysfunction at the national level has hit Kitsap County, but the community is…

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Two horses enjoy some hay at Lazy K Stables in Burley.

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Kitsap County postpones equestrian facility code updates to 2026

The future of horse culture in Kitsap County will remain in question as planners review changes to laws…

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The estuarine habitat at the mouth of Manzanita Creek, where it flows into Little Manzanita Bay.

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Over $10 million in state grants awarded to Kitsap natural spaces

Environmental and outdoor recreation groups in Kitsap County received over $10 million in grants and sponsor matches from…

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A volunteer sorts carrots during a delivery to Helpline House.

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Local orgs in Kitsap step up in wake of food assistance cuts

Food banks in Kitsap County may have a lifeline, despite decimating federal cuts to food assistance programs.

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Places to share a meal with neighbors on Thanksgiving

For many folks, the best part of Thanksgiving is sharing a warm hearty meal with loved ones. When…

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Fall food drives in Kitsap give back to all, even givers

As the holiday season approaches, thoughts turn to quality time with loved ones, the onset of cozy season,…

A still shot from one of the videos showing a person with a sign.

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NKSD superintendent lead suspect in political sign thefts

Scott Henden hid on the side of the road and waited.

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…

Cast members of Olympic College film student R.S. Powell’s thesis film “Ghost in the Graveyard.”

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Hoping he has a ghost of a chance in film industry

Olympic College student makes horror flick at NK locations

Shoppers decide on their favorite tree. Tyler Shuey/North Kitsap Herald photos

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‘Tis the Season — Olmsted Tree Farms open

2 locations in Poulsbo area

Aerial image of Royal Valley Farm and area of rezone. Courtesy photos

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Kitsap OKs law to downzone 14 parcels of Royal Valley Farm

Kitsap County commissioners approved an ordinance Monday to downzone 14 parcels south of Keyport to preserve the natural…

Local oil painter Robin Weiss (right) at work during a previous year’s Art in the Woods studio tour. Courtesy Photos

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Art in the Woods studio tour showcases variety of local artists

3-day event features 18 studios across N. Kitsap

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Incumbents retain seats in NK elections

In the few contested races in North Kitsap, all incumbents retained their elected positions.

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

Greater Hansville Community Center will be hosting a drive-in trick-or-treating event Halloween evening. Courtesy illustration

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Many COVID-conscious Halloween events in N. Kitsap

With Halloween coming this weekend, many COVID-19-conscious events will be occurring in North Kitsap to keep everyone safe…

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Man found dead near Kingston gas station

Coroner: No evidence of foul play

The scene of the crash on Columbia Street early Saturday morning. Courtesy photo

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Alleged drunken driver injures 4 in crash

Four people were taken to the hospital Saturday after an 18-year-old Bremerton woman suspected of being drunk crashed…