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BI parks district staff form first-ever union
About 72% of parks services staff at the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and Recreation District have officially voted…
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The lasting impact of Paul Brainerd’s dedicated work
Former tech entrepreneur Paul Brainerd was best known for his role in bringing computers to the public, but…
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USS Nimitz departs Bremerton for last time, heads for decommissioning
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) departed Naval Base Kitsap in Bremerton for the last time…
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BISD could issue tax ‘refund’ for island residents
Taxpayers on Bainbridge Island could receive a $1.3 million break as soon as June 1 — though not…
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Kitsap 911 working to fill dispatcher vacancies
Kitsap 911, the agency that handles 911 services in Kitsap County, is working to fill six dispatcher positions.
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New program aims to help BI residents, businesses transition to solar
The City of Bainbridge Island, in partnership with nonprofit Olympia Community Solar, has launched Solarize Bainbridge Island, a…
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Schroer to serve as interim city manager while search continues
The Bainbridge Island City Council approved at its Feb. 24 meeting to have deputy city manager Ellen Schroer…
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Olympic College narrows president search to four finalists
Olympic College announced March 3 that it has narrowed its search down to four finalists for consideration as…
Sports
Spartans come up short in opening round of state
The Spartans’ season ended in disappointment, as No. 10 seed Bainbridge lost in blowout fashion to No. 15…
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BISD close to fixing all elevated lead levels in water outlets
Four schools at the Bainbridge Island School District still have elevated lead levels, but two are completely lead-free,…
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Charnas to retire as COBI planning director May 1
City of Bainbridge Island planning director Patricia “Patty” Charnas announced she will be retiring May 1 after about…
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Kitsap students serve as pages in State Senate
Three Kitsap County students served as pages in the Washington State Senate during the fourth week of the…
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How Kitsap’s special crash investigation team responds to incidents
A car accident in Kitsap County involving a death or serious injury triggers a response by the Kitsap…