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Riders file onto the Spirit of Kingston in October 2010 on the first morning of SoundRunner service.

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Port of Kingston Commission approves relaunch of passenger ferry to Seattle

KINGSTON — SoundRunner will sail again this spring. The Port of Kingston Commission voted unanimously Thursday evening to…

Passengers file onto the Spirit of Kingston in October 2010 for the first morning of SoundRunner service.

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Port of Kingston Commission approves relaunch of passenger ferry to Seattle

KINGSTON — SoundRunner will sail again this spring. The Port of Kingston Commission voted unanimously Thursday evening to…

Ask Erin

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Ask Erin: Falling produce and recruiting volunteers | Kitsap Week

Ask Erin is a feature of Kitsap Week. Have a question? Write to ejennings@northkitsapherald.com

Mock-orange is a fragrant shrub that smells of sweet citrus.

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When gardening, think local | Kitsap Week

Native plants know how to get the job done

Your front doorway makes a lasting first impression. Freshen up the area with a coat of paint and some colorful flowers.

Life

Make your home sparkle | Kitsap Week

Ideas to make your home look its best...either for yourself or a buyer

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Health officials warn against needlessly taking iodine supplements

POULSBO — Iodine supplements flew off the shelves at Central Market and Poulsbo Compounding Pharmacy after reports that…

Donald Weedin ... 1925-2011.

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Donald Weedin left school at 17 to join the Navy during World War II | Passages

Donald Weedin passed away peacefully at his home in Poulsbo on March 20, 2011. He was 86. Don…

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North Kitsap School District cancels most summer school classes, will offer courses online

North Kitsap School District has canceled most summer school classes this year to save an estimated $65,000. Classes…

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Suquamish Renewal Pow-Wow, ‘Celebrating Healthy Lifestyles,’ is April 1 and 2 at Suquamish

The annual Suquamish Renewal Pow-Wow, “Celebrating Healthy Lifestyles,” is April 1 and 2 at 15838 Sandy Hook Road,…

Business

Jack in the Box ‘hiring event’ March 27; 45 positions available for Olhava Way site

Jack in the Box will accept applications and interview prospective employees March 27, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,…

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Gelder tours district, prepares for campaign

A lot is happening fast for Kitsap County’s newest commissioner. Since taking the oath of office in Port…

Leonard Forsman ... elected to a third term as chairman of the Suquamish Tribe.

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Leonard Forsman reelected chairman of the Suquamish Tribe; Randy George elected secretary

Leonard Forsman was reelected chairman of the Suquamish Tribe, Sunday. The election was held during the annual General…

A North Kitsap Fire & Rescue firefighter saws into the attic space of a burning home Thursday off Little Boston Road.

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Investigators say Little Boston Road fire wasn’t accidental

North Kitsap Fire & Rescue investigators believe a fire that damaged a Little Boston Road manufactured home last…

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Suquamish preschoolers raise $100 for Japan disaster relief

Children at Suquamish's Marion Forsman-Boushie Early Learning Center raised $100 for Japan disaster relief.

James Downey ... 1919-2011

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James Downey | Passages

James Downey was born March 26, 1919 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. A graduate of Seattle’s Roosevelt High School,…

William Otto Kingman ... 1925-2011.

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William Otto Kingman | Passages

William Otto Kingman passed away on March 13, 2011. He was 85. William was born in Portland, Ore.…

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Some local ways you can help relief efforts in Japan

Here are some local ways you can help the relief effort in Japan. If you know of more…

Richard Walker ... editor of the North Kitsap Herald

Opinion

AARP tax-help story deserved bigger play | Editor’s Notebook

The caller didn’t leave her name. What she did leave was a well-deserved verbal bashing. The caller’s irritation:…

Josh McLeod pitches behind Kingston Middle School on Tuesday during baseball practice. Like other teams in the district

Sports

Spring sports off to a soggy start

NORTH KITSAP — Tuesday afternoon, Josh McLeod stepped onto a wooden pitching mound behind Kingston Middle School. Amidst…

Opinion

SoundRunner is a good investment | Editorial

The SoundRunner passenger ferry is a good investment in alternative transportation and in the economic development of Kingston…