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BI utility rate hikes may be inevitable, Public Works says

About one-third of Bainbridge Island residents using the city’s water, stormwater and sewer provider may see a rate…

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The Ray Williamson Pool, under construction.

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Ray Williamson Pool to reopen for about a year this summer

For about a year starting this summer, swimmers at Bainbridge Island Aquatic Center can return to the Ray…

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Bainbridge Island City Hall

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Few BI priorities advance in state legislature

Bainbridge Island elected officials heard a briefing from the city’s team of state lobbyists at the May 13…

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Bainbridge Island briefs

Memorial Day observance

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Ordway Elementary students bike home from school along Dana’s Trail May 16.

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Over 700 BI students participate in Bike to School Day

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Laurel Oliver

Obituaries

Laurel Weber Oliver

May 19, 1927 – March 22, 2025

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Nominations begin for Best of Bainbridge Island

It’s time to nominate your favorite people, businesses, organizations, and local places online for the Best of Bainbridge…

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Military vehicles roll through downtown Bremerton at the Armed Forces Day Parade May 17.

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Military honored at Armed Forces Day Parade in Bremerton

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Dennis Tierney

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Reverend Dennis Stanley Tierney

September 23, 1946 – May 2, 2025

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Grant Winther

Grant Anton Winther, a beloved member of the Bainbridge Island community and a distinguished legal professional, passed away…

Opinion

Higher total taxes making Washington unaffordable

Too often, elected officials overlook the cumulative costs of regulations, taxes, and fees on taxpayers. However, those added…

Opinion

Trump’s DEI approach shows he likely didn’t coach youth sports

I don’t know this for a fact, but I would bet that Donald Trump never coached any of…

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Good Inslee article