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Eagle Harbor Book Company hosted author Amba Gale and community members June 11 for a live launch of her new book ‘The Heart of Sacred Listening: Transform Your Relationship, Your Work, and Your Life.’

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BI author’s new book says listening key in era of social fragmentation

Burnout. Fatigue. Social Fragmentation. Loneliness. Political polarization. Disconnection. Those are all terms often read on social media pages,…

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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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‘AlphaJack’ by Mark Brody.

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5 pieces of art chosen for this year’s ‘Something New’ rotation

They will be installed around Winslow this summer

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Don Roose and his daughter, Morgan Rohrbach.

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Bainbridge Senior Living founder passes away at 85

Bainbridge Senior Living founder Don Roose passed away May 28 at the age of 85 due to complications…

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MCS head of school Meghan Kane Skotheim, who is retiring after 32 years, receives hugs from students during a ceremonial picnic June 5.

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Leader of Montessori Country School retiring after 32 years

After 32 years at Montessori Country School, Meghan Kane Skotheim is retiring as head of school. She will…

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The annual award show was held May 28 at Bainbridge Arts & Crafts in downtown Winslow.

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High school artists celebrated at BAC award show

Bainbridge Arts & Crafts hosted a ceremony May 28 for Bainbridge High School student artists who have had…

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2,000 paper cranes were folded and put on display in the month of May as part of the third annual Asian Arts & Heritage Festival.

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2,000 paper cranes folded for peace as part of AA&H Festival

The third annual Asian Arts & Heritage Festival lasted throughout May, with more than 30 cultural experiences that…

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Cindy Townson, of Seabeck, (right) picks up pet food for her dogs, ‘Roxy’ and ‘Duke.’

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KHS pet food pantry critical during tough economic times

During the current challenging economic times, an increasing number of pet owners - unable to afford food for…

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The Classic Car Cruise-In occurs on the last Tuesday of every month from May to August.

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Annual Classic Car Cruise-In is back for the summer

The Bainbridge Island Classic Car Cruise-In is officially back for the warm weather season, with its first gathering…

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Riley cleans and preserves headstones across the island.

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Local helps preserve history of those buried at BI cemeteries

Ashley Riley has made an impact on her community just a few years after moving to Bainbridge Island…

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Elizabeth Paulson-Houser designed and built a Little Free Library for Helpline House for her Eagle Scout project.

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2 BHS seniors earn Eagle Scout rank

Two Bainbridge High School seniors earned the rank of Eagle Scout during a ceremony at Bethany Lutheran Church…

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Jenkins created the Island Singles Activities Club in October 2025.

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‘Friendship is the key to life’ – Island Singles Club gains traction

The Island Singles Activities Club has gained momentum with 78 members since it first began in October 2025.…

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Kitsap Regional Library’s Bainbridge Island branch.

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Kitsap Regional Library gears up for summer programming

Kitsap Regional Library is gearing up for summer kids and teen programming.