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A rendering of the proposed low-income housing development at the former police station on Winslow Way.

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LIHI development at former police station may be reduced to 72 units

The Bainbridge Island City Council received a presentation from the Low Income Housing Institute at its Aug. 19…

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M/V Wenatchee docking at Eagle Harbor.

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Wenatchee pulled from service due to mechanical issues

The M/V Wenatchee, the first hybrid-electric vessel on the Washington State Ferries fleet, has been pulled from service…

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A sample STR sign (with a non-existent address) that property owners are required to display at their short-term rentals.

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BI reports strong compliance with new short-term rental rules

Just less than a year after the city of Bainbridge Island’s short-term rental ordinance took effect, the city…

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Cybersecurity club members Robert Jesnionowski (left), Emile Stettler and Lauren Hall hold their diplomas at commencement.

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BHS alumni starts cybersecurity club at Poulsbo’s WWU campus

Emile Stettler, a Bainbridge High School alumnus and recent Western Washington University graduate, served as a founding member…

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Olympic College

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$1 million donated to OC to enhance healthcare education

Tim and Bev Ryan, founders of Tim Ryan Construction Inc. in Poulsbo, recently donated $1 million to Olympic…

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Seafood restaurant in Winslow closing at the end of September

Chef/owner adding another restaurant in its place

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BI looking to add bike lane carveout at 305/Winslow intersection

The Bainbridge Island City Council received a presentation on proposed changes to the right turn lane on Highway…

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Early planning work begins for 305/High School Road roundabout

Early planning work for safety improvements at the intersection of Highway 305 and High School Road is now…

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Paving work is anticipated to begin at select locations the week of Aug. 25 and be completed by mid-September.

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4-way stop coming

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New passport application process working well for Kitsap courthouse

Following the introduction of requiring passport applications for some customers in March, the Kitsap County Courthouse reported between…

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Initial renderings show the new and improved Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center entrance from Bjune Drive SE.

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Renderings of new BI Senior Center show wide range of amenities

The first renderings of the new Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center are ready, announced BI architect Charlie Wenzlau…

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An updated look at the Wintergreen housing development.

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Phase 2 of Wintergreen housing project finally moves forward

The last half of Bainbridge Island’s first mixed-income development of single-family homes is ready to move forward, almost…

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BIFD station 21 on Madison Avenue.

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More BIFD staff added during Eagle Harbor Drive closure

The Bainbridge Island Fire Department Board of Commissioners approved a new Interlocal Agreement Aug. 13 with the city…