Opinion
A new beginning in Port Orchard | Opinion
Oliveaux comes to the Independent after serving a variety of roles at community newspapers
News
REMINDER: South Kitsap schools reopen Monday
School district was closed from Dec. 24 through today for winter break
Business
Port Orchard Fred Meyer store to get facelift
Look for some new changes at the Fred Meyer store in Port Orchard later this year.
Business
Putting money in your hands | Small Business Administration
For two years in a row the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has helped to put more than…
News
EPA calls outdoor burn ban for Indian reservations in Washington
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has called a burn ban on all outdoor burning starting Dec. 31 for…
News
Audobon meeting features photographer
Alan L. Bauer, a professional photographer specializing in the natural history of the Pacific Northwest and coverage of…
News
A raise for people who get Social Security
As we ring in a new year, we can expect to see a number of changes. Social Security…
News
Ferry Alert Bulletin | Dec. 28, 2012
The Washington Department of Transportation announced, due to necessary repairs on the Klahowya, the 11:55 a.m. Vashon to…
Business
Liquor store owner hopes for selection of success
David Cho, who purchased the former state-owned liquor business in Port Orchard, features more than 1,400 different brands…
News
Port Orchard police seeking shooting suspect
Port Orchard police are asking for the public’s help to find a man suspected of firing a handgun…
News
Port Orchard Rep. Jan Angel will serve as ranking Republican on Community Development, Housing and Tribal Affairs Committee
Representative Jan Angel, R-Port Orchard, has been appointed as ranking Republican to the new Community Development, Housing and…
News
Ecology adopts new rules enhancing protection from major oil spills
The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) has formally adopted changes to two state rules that will enhance protection…
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Kitsap Regional Library to launch “Resolve to Read” on Jan. 2
Resolve to Read, Kitsap Regional Library’s winter reading program for adults and teens, encourages Kitsap County to enlighten…
News
File hunting reports by Jan. 10 to qualify for permit drawing
Hunters have a chance to win one of nine 2013 special hunting permits if they report this year’s…
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Kitsap Sheriff deputies to appear in schools Dec. 21
Sheriff’s patrol deputies will be on-hand tomorrow within three of the county’s school districts as schools prepare to…
News
Kitsap County and union negotiations still on the table
Contract negotiations between Kitsap County and labor unions representing more than 740 county employees are continuing, according to…
Sports
South Kitsap relies on middle weights to outlast rival | Wrestling
Wolves win final seven matches to earn 49-28 victory at Central Kitsap
News
Amber Alert donation requests are not legitimate
Reports of Calls Soliciting Donations Appears to be a Scam
News
Angel appointed to new board
Port Orchard Representative will serve as ranking Republican on Community Development, Housing and Tribal Affairs Committee
Life
“Walking with Dinosaurs – The Live Experience” creator returns to Tacoma.
“Walking with Dinosaurs – The Live Experience” Creator, Bruce Mactaggart returns to his beloved Tacoma, this December with…