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Katherine Bouma/Kitsap News Group photos 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…

COBI courtesy photos ‘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

Morgan Rohrbach courtesy photo 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…

Katherine Bouma/Kitsap News Group 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…

BAC courtesy photos 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…

Katherine Bouma/Kitsap News Group photos 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…

Mike De Felice/Kitsap News Group photos 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…

Katherine Bouma/Kitsap News Group photos 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…

Ashley Riley courtesy photo 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…

Shawna Paulson courtesy photos 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…

Christie Jenkins courtesy photos 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.…

File photo 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.

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