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    Port Orchard
    Kitsap Regional Library releases top reads of 2025
    Kitsap Regional Library releases top reads of 2025
    By Molly Hetherwick Kitsap News Group • January 28, 2026 1:30 am

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

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    Greatest share of Kitsap population growth? Migrants
    Greatest share of Kitsap population growth? Migrants
    By Molly Hetherwick Kitsap News Group • December 29, 2025 1:30 am

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

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    BILT courtesy photo
The estuarine habitat at the mouth of Manzanita Creek, where it flows into Little Manzanita Bay.
    Over $10 million in state grants awarded to...
    By Molly Hetherwick Kitsap News Group • July 24, 2025 1:30 am

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

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    Shaun D. Rose
    Suspect arrested in deaths of married couple
    By Staff report • August 22, 2022 2:21 am

    A suspect was arrested Aug. 21 in connection with the killings of a married couple found dead at their home…

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    That One Place restaurant’s COVID battle with state...
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • September 16, 2021 1:30 am

    Port Orchard restaurateur adamant his establishment didn’t violate governor’s directive

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    Port Orchard restaurant at in-dining standoff with state...
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • January 18, 2021 1:30 am

    State attorney general seeking temporary restraining order against That One Place

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    That One Place penalized by state board for...
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • December 14, 2020 1:30 am

    Port Orchard restaurant has its liquor license suspended for 180 days

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    Fred Meyer store reports having nine employees with...
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • December 4, 2020 1:30 am

    Business says it is taking ‘extensive measures’ to keep store safe for employees, shoppers

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    Sweet memories greet visitors to Port Orchard’s The...
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • December 4, 2020 1:30 am

    Nostalgic candies and seasonal fudge smells are part of store’s alluring treats

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    Gingerbread House contest, Senior Giving Tree at Port...
    By Bob Smith • December 2, 2020 1:30 am

    … and Santa will visit downtown Port Orchard location later in December

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    Grinch won’t steal Christmas from Chimes and Lights...
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • October 22, 2020 1:30 am

    Some traditional events canceled, others modified due to COVID-19

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    Scarecrows will be out on Bay Street this...
    By Bob Smith • October 20, 2020 1:30 am

    Visitors can vote for their favorite at a downtown business

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    Life Care Center reports COVID-19 outbreak
    Life Care Center reports COVID-19 outbreak
    By Bob Smith • September 17, 2020 1:30 am

    Sixteen individuals identified as having the virus

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    Take part in Fathoms float, Royalty Court drive-by on Saturday
    Take part in Fathoms float, Royalty Court drive-by...
    By Staff report • September 15, 2020 1:30 am

    Celebrate team’s efforts for 2020 with a wave

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    Port Orchard Marina’s breakwater to be replaced
    Port Orchard Marina’s breakwater to be replaced
    By Bob Smith • September 14, 2020 1:30 am

    A design and engineering contract awarded to Alaska company by port

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    Black Ring Spirits concocts award-winning local liquors
    Black Ring Spirits concocts award-winning local liquors
    September 3, 2020 1:30 am

    But as with most small operators, the pandemic has taken a bite from revenues

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    Taste of PO photo contest over Labor Day weekend
    Taste of PO photo contest over Labor Day...
    August 25, 2020 1:30 am

    Winners will receive gift certificates

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    Virus notwithstanding, golfers are heading to the links
    Virus notwithstanding, golfers are heading to the links
    By Mike De Felice Special to the Independent • August 19, 2020 1:30 am

    South Kitsap golf courses are seeing an outpouring of golfers during warm, sunny days

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    Some movie theaters reopening — but not here
    Some movie theaters reopening — but not here
    By Bob Smith • August 18, 2020 1:30 am

    County, state restrictions keeping doors locked

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    Port Orchard Marina brings in $10.7 million in sales revenue
    Port Orchard Marina brings in $10.7 million in...
    By Bob Smith • August 4, 2020 1:30 am

    Port of Bremerton study also says $3.5 million in labor income, 66 jobs created

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