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Kitsap Transit to purchase up to 19 new ACCESS buses

The Kitsap Transit Board of Commissioners approved a contract to purchase up to 19 new ACCESS buses as…

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New grant funding for KPHD’s Nurse-Family Partnership program

Interim Kitsap Public Health District health officer Dr. Herbie Duber and health administrator Yolanda Fong reported new funding…

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A sign for the Community Exchange Zone.

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Volleyball awards

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BI looking into implementing speed cameras around the island

The Bainbridge Island City Council is exploring the implementation of automated traffic safety cameras on the island to…

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Council briefed on housing solutions ahead of 625 Winlsow decision

The Bainbridge Island City Council was reminded at its Dec. 2 meeting that the city “calls the shots”…

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The Bainbridge Prepares WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) Team, along with the city of Bainbridge Island, recently received the 2025 IAEM-USA Preparedness Award.

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Preparedness award

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Vehicles boarding a ferry at the Bainbridge terminal.

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Ferry group finds that BI route remains outlier in reliability

Systemwide, Washington State Ferries showed a strong performance in 2025 — but given what ferry advocates on its…

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Cares of WA connects those with disabilities to job opportunities

Cares of Washington is helping residents with disabilities find meaningful employment while celebrating 45 years of community service.

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Parks ‘level of service’ performing well, still room for improvement

As Bainbridge Island’s park district decides what to focus on in the next 25 years, an assessment of…

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Kitsap, BI and more join lawsuit against Trump for STO grant

A paved, mostly flat path connecting Western Washington may be intended for everyone’s use, but it could cost…

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The Turkey Trot was recently held to support Helpline House.

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Helpline House aims to bolster inventory following funding from city

Following the Bainbridge Island City Council’s recent approval of $30,000 in emergency funding from the governing body’s contingency…

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KT approves updated compensation for non-represented employees

The Kitsap Transit Board of Commissioners approved a survey that impacts the compensation non-represented employees receive as part…

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Paving took place last week on Madison Avenue and Foster Road following the installation of the Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) vaults.

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BIPD reaccredited