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Few Kitsap departments participate in Safe Place program
Since 2019, the Bremerton Police Department has adopted a program called Safe Place, which aims to build working…
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Tips to protect your trees and home from wind and rain damage
Strong wind and heavy rain can cause serious damage to trees, homes, and nearby structures, especially in the…
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Worker assaults a rising concern for WSF the past few years
Washington State Ferries reported 17 physical assaults systemwide, seven on Kitsap-based routes, and 23 threats/verbal abuse incidents systemwide,…
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Kitsap Transit proposes added service ahead of World Cup
The Kitsap Transit Board of Commissioners received an update on the agency’s proposed added service for the FIFA…
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WSF meeting covers budget, new vessels, terminal upgrades
The Washington State Ferries held its first community meetings of the year Jan. 21, sharing updates about the…
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BI Council cancels recruitment firm contract for new city manager
The search for Bainbridge Island’s new city manager has the hiccups.
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COBI looking at additional revenue sources for road maintenance
The Bainbridge Island City Council received an update about road infrastructure improvements as part of its Jan. 20…
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BI fire department adopts 3-year strategic plan
The Bainbridge Island Fire Department Board of Commissioners adopted a new three-year strategic plan as part of its…
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Kitsap 911 working on $40 million, multi-year radio system upgrades
Kitsap 911 is in the midst of completing a multi-year radio system upgrade to improve communications between emergency…
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BISD working on remedying high lead levels in water sources
Water fixtures at Bainbridge public schools that have recently shown elevated levels of lead could be safe to…
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Student vaping a growing concern locally, nationally
Student vaping, using e-cigarettes, is a growing concern in Kitsap County, as it is around the country, says…