BI Council approves new firm to conduct city manager recruitment

The Bainbridge Island City Council approved a new firm to conduct city manager recruitment efforts as part of its Feb....

By Joshua Kornfeld • February 12, 2026 1:30 am

BECU opens Bainbridge Island branch

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review


Kitsap has about $6.5 million in opioid settlement funds

On Jan. 27, Kitsap County officials provided an update about the opiate settlement funding plan, which revealed the county has…

By Joshua Kornfeld • February 12, 2026 1:30 am
Student AI policy to include ample access to digital tools

At the Jan. 29 board meeting, the Bainbridge Island School District took another step to update its code of conduct…

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • February 11, 2026 1:30 am
Bainbridge girls finish regular season with dominant win over NK

Both teams advance to districts

By Luke Caputo • February 6, 2026 1:30 am
Flu-associated death of a child reported in Kitsap

Kitsap Public Health District has confirmed that a young child in Kitsap County died from an influenza-associated illness in January….

By Staff report • February 5, 2026 1:30 am
BI Council rejects contract for roundabout workshop

On Feb. 3, the Bainbridge Island City Council voted against providing an up to $25,000 contract with European engineering firm,…

By Joshua Kornfeld • February 5, 2026 1:30 am
Council to provide Winslow Subarea feedback to Planning Commission

City of Bainbridge Island leaders will provide the Planning Commission with a temperature check on the recently-finalized draft of the…

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • February 5, 2026 1:30 am



Kitsap Humane Society celebrating Valentine’s Day with animal artwork

Kitsap Humane Society is celebrating Valentine’s Day with artwork made by shelter animals, goodie boxes, love notes, and personalized pet…

By Katherine Bouma • February 10, 2026 1:30 am
New Vincent to Gazzam Trail part of cross-island plan

A new route into the Gazzam Lake Nature Preserve, and a segment of a landmark trails project, is now open:…

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • January 30, 2026 1:30 am


Bainbridge laws that are taking effect in 2026

The new year means change — for people and for the rulebooks.

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • January 13, 2026 1:30 am
Rainy, cold weather doesn’t deter Jan. 6 protesters on BI

About 40 people attended the annual Jan. 6 protest at the corner of Winslow Way and Highway 305, braving chilly…

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • January 7, 2026 1:30 am


A chance to lead on climate, clean energy—if we choose to act

This is the second in a series of monthly environmental news columns written by local leaders.

By Mike Kelly • February 6, 2026 1:30 am
Trump administration’s Minneapolis carnage

It’s been about two weeks since federal agents murdered Alex Pretti, a registered nurse working in the intensive care unit…

By Elwood Watson • February 6, 2026 1:30 am


Laura Gano, a family law lawyer with Lutz & Associates, was named Best Lawyer for 2025 by Bainbridge Island residents. Sponsored
January 12, 2026 7:30 am
Robin Callahan’s newest collection, Faith, Hope, Peace and Love, brings her philosophy of creating jewelry with meaningful intention to life – a radiant series of one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces designed to uplift and inspire. Sponsored
December 1, 2025 12:40 pm
Connect with Ireland’s heart – meet artisans, share stories and experience authentic Irish hospitality on a uniquely immersive group tour designed for meaningful cultural connection. Sponsored
November 17, 2025 6:00 am
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October 27, 2025 6:00 am