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Gallery | Ghoulsbo 2019

North Kitsap Herald Reporter Ken Park was among the ghouls and goblins haunting Front Street in downtown Poulsbo on Halloween. Ghoulsbo is the annual trick… Continue reading

A crowd of about 40 gathered in the Poulsbo City Council Chambers for an informational meeting regarding the release of an SVP back into the community.

Questions left unanswered after DSHS officials walk out on Poulsbo meeting

Crowd disappointed by lack of response from DSHS at a sex offender notification meeting in Poulsbo

A crowd of about 40 gathered in the Poulsbo City Council Chambers for an informational meeting regarding the release of an SVP back into the community.
During a Struggle with Chiefstick, Officer Craig Keller lost his body camera which was later recovered at the scene, footage from the camera has yet to be released. (photo courtesy of KCIRT)

Witness statements describe Chiefstick’s final moments

Recently released investigation materials outline the moments leading up to fatal July 3 shooting

During a Struggle with Chiefstick, Officer Craig Keller lost his body camera which was later recovered at the scene, footage from the camera has yet to be released. (photo courtesy of KCIRT)
(photo courtesy of Michael Wright)

Gobblefest: a rocking good show for a good cause

Kick off the season of giving right at Poulsbo’s Slippery Pig for Gobblefest on Nov. 2 from 6 p.m. to midnight. All proceeds from the… Continue reading

(photo courtesy of Michael Wright)

Poulsbo man arrested for child molestation

Steve Anthony Colon faces charges of second-degree child molestation

Ghoulsbo returns to downtown Poulsbo Oct. 31

It’s that time of year where things take a turn for the spooky and creepy! Downtown Poulsbo will be shutting down Front Street from 4… Continue reading

Mix of new and familiar faces vying for spots on Poulsbo City Council

The Poulsbo City Council race has four new faces and three familiar faces running for spots on the dais. Two of the spots consist of… Continue reading

Bremerton man arrested after assault, brandishing firearm in Poulsbo

A Bremerton man was arrested Oct. 19 for allegedly assaulting another man and pointing a handgun at him outside Walmart in Poulsbo. At approximately 9:35… Continue reading

Photo courtesy of Fishline

Fishline to host pumpkin painting party

On Oct. 23 Fishline will be hosting a pumpkin painting party. The party begins at 5 p.m. and goes until 7 p.m. at Fishline’s location… Continue reading

Photo courtesy of Fishline
<em>The City of Poulsbo recently voted to extend a ban on the development of high risk secure facilities, similar to the LRA which houses sex offenders on Viking Way.</em> Nick Twietmeyer/ Kitsap News Group

Poulsbo extends ordinance restricting LRA development

The Poulsbo city council held a public hearing last Wednesday to extend an ordinance established back in April that prohibits the development of high risk… Continue reading

<em>The City of Poulsbo recently voted to extend a ban on the development of high risk secure facilities, similar to the LRA which houses sex offenders on Viking Way.</em> Nick Twietmeyer/ Kitsap News Group
Poulsbo PD taped off the south end of the waterfront park in Poulsbo following the officer-involved shooting on July 3. (photo by Ken Park)

KCIRT investigation into July 3 police shooting turned over to Kitsap County Prosecutor

Prosecutor expected determine whether to file criminal charges in 60 days

Poulsbo PD taped off the south end of the waterfront park in Poulsbo following the officer-involved shooting on July 3. (photo by Ken Park)

Lutefisk Dinner returns to Poulsbo First Lutheran this Saturday

Traditional Poulsbo dinner dates back 107 years

Paige Stringer shows her own hearing aids to Mongolian child.

Poulsbo resident earns recognition from World of Children

Poulsbo resident Paige Stringer received the 2019 World of Children Health Award and a $100,000 grant for her work as the founder and executive director… Continue reading

Paige Stringer shows her own hearing aids to Mongolian child.
(l-r) Dr. Ani Fleisig and Diane Munroe at T-Mobile Park, where Diane got to throw out the first pitch at the Mariners game. (photo courtesy of Diane Munroe)

3D technology saves Poulsbo woman’s life

Thanks to the introduction of three-dimensional mammography at CHI Franciscan in Burien, Diane Monroe, 65 of Poulsbo, was able to receive immediate treatment for her… Continue reading

(l-r) Dr. Ani Fleisig and Diane Munroe at T-Mobile Park, where Diane got to throw out the first pitch at the Mariners game. (photo courtesy of Diane Munroe)
Poulsbo Elementary Safety Patrol (photo by Teri Marshall) (l-r) Kayla Karlin, Garrett Stoddard, Alexis Kofol, Mia Kalmbach, Eliana Frazier, Abigail Holland, Gracie Griffin, Dagny Melone, Natalie Ramey, Conner Bue, Hailey Langford, Peyton Maganda, Toby Duncan, and Davin Lancaster.

Safety Patrol teaches leadership and inspires Poulsbo Elementary students

Becoming a member of the Safety Patrol at Poulsbo Elementary is often a youngster’s first foray into what it is like to have a full-time… Continue reading

Poulsbo Elementary Safety Patrol (photo by Teri Marshall) (l-r) Kayla Karlin, Garrett Stoddard, Alexis Kofol, Mia Kalmbach, Eliana Frazier, Abigail Holland, Gracie Griffin, Dagny Melone, Natalie Ramey, Conner Bue, Hailey Langford, Peyton Maganda, Toby Duncan, and Davin Lancaster.
North Kitsap Fire & Rescue and the Poulsbo Fire Department are both looking to renew emergency services levies this November. Photo courtesy NKF&R

NKF&R and Poulsbo Fire seeking to continue EMS Levies

Two of Kitsap County’s six public fire departments are asking voters to renew the long-standing property tax that provides funding for the area’s emergency medical… Continue reading

North Kitsap Fire & Rescue and the Poulsbo Fire Department are both looking to renew emergency services levies this November. Photo courtesy NKF&R

City of Poulsbo acquires first rights of way for Johnson Parkway project

The City of Poulsbo took another step forward with the Johnson Parkway project by approving the right of way acquisitions for portions of two properties… Continue reading

League of Women Voters hosts candidate night for North Kitsap voters

League of Women Voters Kitsap will be hosting a candidate forum at Poulsbo City Hall tonight at 5:30 p.m. The candidates will include eight individuals… Continue reading

Hundreds turn out for Poulsbrew

A little over 500 people turned out for Poulsbrew, Poulsbo’s first-ever beer festival. “The event far out exceeded our expectations,” said Denver Smyth, owner of… Continue reading

Lost boater prompts hefty response on Liberty Bay

Multiple agencies, including a Coast Guard helicopter, responded to the report