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The Jan. 2 edition of the North Kitsap Herald: 36 pages in two sections

News

Fatality update, 2015 forecasts, review of 2014 news (and quips) among top stories

An infraction is recommended in the July 4 fatal collision between a Yamaha scooter and a North Kitsap…

Business

Siegenthaler joins Kitsap Physical Therapy

Former Kingston resident Hayley Siegenthaler has joined the staff at Kitsap Physical Therapy.

Opinion

Our wishes for the new year | In Our Opinion

We have reason to be optimistic about 2015. But the year brings with it new challenges as well…

Top: North Kitsap High School students paid tribute Oct. 28 to the shooting victims at Marysville-Pilchuck High School. Above: an image of Jenise Paulette Wright adorns a candle at the Aug. 8 vigil. The six-year-old girl was found murdered five days after she was reported missing.

News

Top 10 Stories of 2014

Here’s a look at the top 10 stories of 2014, as selected by the staff of the North…

Jason Foster’s Yamaha scooter lies partially under the North Kitsap Fire & Rescue fire engine

News

Infraction recommended in July 4 fatality

A Kitsap County Sheriff’s investigator found the driver of a North Kitsap Fire & Rescue fire engine “failed…

News

Majority of positions on Poulsbo City Council, North Kitsap School Board on 2015 ballot

But wait, you say — we just finished a big election and, heck, it’s only New Year’s Day.…

News

No applicants yet for Poulsbo City Council vacancy

Poulsbo City Council member Linda Berry-Maraist said on Dec. 10 that her last day on the council would…

News

Severe-weather shelters open; evening temps below freezing

The Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management is activating the county’s Severe Weather Shelter Plan because of below-freezing…

Cartoon by Pat Bagley.

Opinion

Drop the Weapon | Cartoon

The cartoon for Dec. 30 is by Pat Bagley, Salt Lake Tribune.

Many people attempt to quit smoking each year. The American Lung Association has a few tips for a successful cessation.

Life

A fresh start to a new year | Kitsap Week

Tips on quitting smoking, a common yet difficult New Year's resolution.

Kitsap astrology with Suzanne O'Clair.

Life

Stars Above Kitsap | Kitsap Week

Horoscopes for the Jan. 4 full moon to the Jan. 20 new moon.

The Cold One is the newest brew from Silver City Brewery. It hits shelves this January.

Life

Silver City brings you a Cold One | Kitsap Week

Kitsap’s Silver City Brewery is greeting the post-winter ale season with a new spring brew apt to give…

Scott Williams is the longtime second-generation winemaker for Kiona Vineyards & Winery on Washington’s Red Mountain.

Life

Delicious whites from the 15th Platinum Judging | Kitsap Week

Great Northwest Wine: We recently reviewed some of the top red wines from the 15th annual Platinum Judging,…

The pen and watercolor artwork of Rachel Fisher will be featured through January at the Bainbridge Public Library for her exhibit “A Better Life.”

Life

The life and adventures of rodents in art | Kitsap Week

The Bainbridge Public Library will showcase the work of artist Rachel Fisher throughout January, featuring the adventures of…

News

Kingston weather shelter open Dec. 30

The shelter is located at North Kitsap Fire & Rescue headquarters, 26642 Miller Bay Road NE. Guests can…

News

Driver airlifted to Seattle hospital after car collides with van carrying 10 people

One person was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center and another transported to Jefferson General after a collision near…

Glen Bui and Goldy McJohn perform Stpeppenwolf hits. McJohn is an original member of the band. They will play at Poulsbo’s Envy on New Year’s Eve and release a new recording of the hit 'Born to be Wild.'

Life

Where to celebrate in Kitsap | Kitsap Week

From pubs to theaters, dinners to casinos, party locally on Dec. 31.

The Hobbit House has been constructed over the past few years on Bainbridge Island’s High School Road. It is now complete and owner Chris Whited plans to rent it out as a vacation rental for island visitors. It includes fairy tale-styled roofs and a working waterwheel.

Life

Hobbit House is up for rent | Kitsap Week

Where We Live: The cottage on Bainbridge Island's High School Road is now a vacation rental for visitors…

Life

Poets’ Corner | Kitsap Week

This week’s poem is by Mike Dillon of Indianola and was originally published in his 2008 book of…

Author Patrick Loafman will read from his novel “Somewhere Up River” and will play music on his kora instrument at Liberty Bay Books

Life

Author reads, plays kora music at Liberty Bay Books | Kitsap Week

Author Patrick Loafman will read from his 2013 novel, “Somewhere Upriver,” at Liberty Bay Books on Jan. 4,…