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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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Spartan Ryan Rohrbacher blocks a Palm Springs player’s shot with Will Rohrbacher and Lane McFadden defending in a 64-58 Bainbridge home win against Palm Springs Dec. 3.

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Spartans hold on for OT win in Orness’ coaching return

The Bainbridge Spartans boys basketball team pulled out an overtime thriller, 64-58, against California-based Palm Springs High School,…

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Acrylic mixed media by Deborah J. Milton.

Life

New artists, venues at upcoming Winter Studio Tour

The 42nd annual Winter Studio Tour will take place Dec. 5-7, featuring 56 juried artists in five venues…

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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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BI updates list of home-compostable to-go containers

The Bainbridge Island City Council updated its list of restaurant takeout containers that must be home-compostable at its…

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The proposed site plan of the stage at Waterfront Park.

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BI Council rejects proposal for new stage at Waterfront Park

The Bainbridge Island City Council rejected a proposed grant application that would fund construction of a new permanent…

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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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Blakely Rock lost art excursion.

Life

Kitsap artist braves the elements to create his work

Kitsap-based artist Benjamin Judah Harrison is creating his own lost excursions, where he uses narrative elements in an…

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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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Captain Tim Bomke speaks to a crowd of about 120 during the welcoming ceremony Nov. 8 on Bainbridge Island.

Life

Disabled BI veteran to receive custom accessible home

For many veterans, coming home is one of the greatest moments of their lives — but in Kitsap,…

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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…