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The haul from the organization’s February drive, which collected 1,491 socks, 129 pieces of hosiery and 573 undergarments to become industrial insulation.

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BI family starts home pickup service for unused items

One family on Bainbridge Island has begun a monthly home-pickup recycling program that collects and donates tough-to-dispose-of items…

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There’s no age limit at KRL’s LEGO building sessions

Since 2022, Kitsap Regional Library has offered young LEGO enthusiasts building opportunities at its Bainbridge Island branch.

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Calvin Dugas

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Kitsap community helps raise funds for child’s seizure alert dog

The Kitsap community raised over $29,000 to cover the expenses of a medical alert dog for Calvin Dugas,…

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The Kids Club booth was held at the BI Farmers Market this summer.

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Kids Club brings fun, learning to BI Farmers Market

This summer, the Bainbridge Island Farmers Market introduced a fun new feature designed to inspire the youngest members…

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Brian MacWhorter at Butler Green Farms on Lovgreen Road.

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New farm education program revived for BI students

One of the longest-running farm operations in the Puget Sound region just restored a program that represents a…

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A knight figurine on a steed.

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New board game lounge on BI has something for every player

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a dragon for an afternoon? Now you can find out.

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Wiggs

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BI author debuts new book, a ‘grown-up version’ of her first novel

Susan Wiggs started writing about “bad kids” when she was eight years old. She never stopped searching for…

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City, parks district reviewing ADA transition plans

Bainbridge Island residents celebrated the accomplishments of the disability rights movement July 26, but despite making strides, the…

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Musician Rae Isla, who grew up on Bainbridge Island, will kick off her new tour Aug. 15 at the Treehouse Cafe.

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Folk musician comes home to kick off new tour at Treehouse Cafe

Rae Isla, a folk singer/songwriter from Bainbridge Island, is set to perform at Treehouse Cafe in Lynwood Center…

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The 4th annual Putt-Putt Clash event took place at Coppertop Park July 26.

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4th annual Putt-Putt Clash a hole-in-one for BI

Where can you play “Mad Max”-style pinball, race to catch a ferry, and explore the depths of the…

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Local TV pilot ‘Finding Chaz’ has first screening on BI

Coming soon to a streaming service or theater near you — a story about growing up on Bainbridge.

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Garner Hall

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BI high school senior aims to tackle social media addiction

Garner Hall, a 17-year-old Bainbridge High School senior who wanted to break his own social media reliance, created…

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Leza Danly rehearses for the upcoming BPA shows.

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Woman to perform at BPA after over 40-year layoff

After acting in a repertory company, singing at Disneyland and touring Asia, at age 28, Leza Danly abruptly…