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A Bainbridge High School swimmer competes at the Ray Williamson Pool.

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Phase 2 of Ray Williamson Pool upgrades to begin in May

The Ray Williamson Pool rehabilitation project is finally coming together as phase 2 begins this spring.

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Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra and Bainbridge Chorale came together for a performance April 10-12 after nine years apart.

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BI symphony, chorale reunite for performance after long layoff

The Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra joined forces with Bainbridge Chorale for a French concert April 10-12 for the first…

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Dogs that were rescued from the hoarding situation are now available for adoption.

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Dogs taken from hoarding situation up for adoption at KHS

Nearly three weeks after Kitsap Humane Society and the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office responded to a hoarding situation…

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Participants moved in a variety of ways to raise money for those in need.

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7th annual Miles for Meals fundraiser nets $20,000

Meals on Wheels Kitsap raised over $20,000 at its 7th annual Miles for Meals fundraiser March 21-28, which…

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The pod of orcas was originally unidentified and assumed to be coming from Alaska.

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Orca sightings span across Kitsap waters

In the past few weeks, you may have seen fellow Bainbridge Islanders driving with binoculars in hand, running…

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Stamping of the Ireichō (Book of Names) at the commemoration event March 30.

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BI commemorates Japanese Americans who were incarcerated during WWII

The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial Association and the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Community hosted the 84th…

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Over 20 dogs were taken to Kitsap Humane Society from the home.

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Over 50 animals seized at home near Poulsbo, KHS reopens

On March 17, the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office and Kitsap Humane Society’s Animal Control Officers seized over 50…

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Dutky and Iverson in the Julian Alps near Tarvisio, Italy, on a bike trip in June 2025.

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‘This work is personal’ – cycling duo advocates for accessible streets

Dianne Iverson of Bremerton is a double amputee, cyclist, and trail advocate. Iverson and her husband, Paul Dutky,…

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Capt. John Hale (left), Rear Adm. Jonathan Townsend (center), and Capt. Alexander Baerg (right) at the command ceremony Feb. 20.

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New commanding officer takes over at Naval Base Kitsap

Naval Base Kitsap honored the service of Capt. John Hale at a ceremony Feb. 20, as the reins…

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Supporters could purchase a ‘Pawfect Painting’ for Valentine’s Day to help donate to KHS.

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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…

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O’Brien is a local fiber textile artist.

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Artist turns unwanted clothing into repurposed, sustainable art

Felicity O’Brien transforms unwanted and discarded clothing and fabrics into new products through the art of weaving. She…

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The 32nd annual MLK Day Celebration took place at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds Jan. 19.

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Kitsap’s 32nd annual MLK Day celebration focuses on unity, community

The community came together for the 32nd annual MLK Day Celebration at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds Jan. 19.…