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BISD testing for lead in drinking water

The Bainbridge Island School District has a new plan to address lead in its drinking fountains and sinks…

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KCD’s new AgWeather System tower tracks real-time conditions

While rural areas around the nation reckon with federal cuts to weather information systems, Kitsap residents will see…

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Kitsap Transit approves 2026 operating budget

The Kitsap Transit board of commissioners approved the 2026 operating budget as part of its Nov. 4 meeting,…

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BI moves ahead with non-motorized improvement project slated for 2027

The Bainbridge Island City Council approved the city manager to execute a professional services agreement for design and…

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Keith Birkenfeld

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Birkenfeld trust making impact on Kitsap organizations years later

He passed away 20 years ago, but his impact on Kitsap County continues to be felt today.

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Most of BI’s infrastructure is not ADA-compliant, report finds

The plan to improve public accessibility of Bainbridge Island’s streets, buildings and parks will be either accepted or…

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BI Council agrees to hard Comp Plan deadline of June 2026

At its Nov. 12 meeting, the Bainbridge Island City Council voted 6-1 to adopt consultant Joe Tovar’s suggestions…

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The interior of Kingfisher restaurant before it opened in downtown Winslow.

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New restaurant with unique concept replaces Seabird in Winslow

Chef and owner Brendan McGill of the Hitchcock Restaurant Group recently opened a new establishment called Kingfisher in…

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A portrait of Natalie Phelps.

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Former BI teacher, cancer advocate, passes away at 42

Natalie Phelps, a Bainbridge Island schoolteacher turned world-renowned colon cancer advocate, died Nov. 10 on BI at the…

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Blair King

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King to retire as BI city manager, effective Jan. 30

In a statement read aloud to the Bainbridge Island City Council at its Nov. 12 meeting, city manager…

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KPHD approves new environmental health fees

The Kitsap Public Health District Board approved 2026 environmental health division service fees, which will go into effect…