City, union at odds after arbitrator's decision regarding workforce
After nearly a year of considering a grievance filed by former city staff, an arbitrator has made a decision that favors four previously laid off employees while also defending the city's ability to reorganize its workforce.
Sound Guy: Eddie Williams keeps his fingers on the pulse of island music.
A new monthly all-ages music jam, “Fourth Friday Song Circle,” begins tonight from 7:30-10 p.m. at Yeomalt Cabin, 900 Park Ave.
Options program needs visionary leadership | Letters | Jan. 27
Here is a telling item on the agenda for next week’s school board meeting: an update on the Bainbridge Island School District’s options program, followed by the words “no action.”
Help us turn an eyesore into a gateway park | Letters | Jan. 27
The Citizens Park Task Force is an informal group of community volunteers who have come together to convert the ugly vacant lot on the corner of State Route 305 and Winslow Way into an attractive and welcoming gateway to Bainbridge Island.
Oscars: Going silent this year on the Best Movie | Latte Guy | Jan. 27
I’ve been under the weather all week, burning up with an unquenchable case of Oscar Fever. The 2012 Academy Awards nominees were announced early Tuesday and I haven’t slept a wink since, except for an hour here and there at work.
Site testing should occur before building a park | Guest Column | Jan. 27
We believe the installation of a park at the Unocal site should be aggressively pursued, but there are underlying issues that must be addressed before a park is constructed at the corner of Winslow Way and State Route 305.
Neighborhood watches needed for storm safety | Our Opinion | Jan. 27
While the power outages during the recent snowstorm were relegated to just a few small areas, there were several instances of islanders being stranded for much of the three-day event. Those isolated instances may seem minor, but they illustrate a dire need for additional “warming stations” other than the one now established at the Senior Community Center.
Hendrickson files whistleblower report with state auditor
Former S/CE files report with state auditor claiming city manager and council member broke whistleblower laws.
Donors needed for Bainbridge Island blood drives
Blood donations are still needed to stabilize regional supply.
Community Calendar | January 20-February 2
The following is a list of events on Bainbridge Island.
Community
January 23, 2012
