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Marchers round the corner at Winslow Way and Madison Avenue, with police directing traffic.

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Over 1,000 on BI protest Trump administration

As voices rang out around the world calling for truth, justice and an end to the Trump administration,…

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The arts are always huge on Bainbridge Island. Here, cellist Olive Leiss practices for a concert.

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Amid cuts, boosters, foundation to fund Sakai band

They’re getting the band back together — or trying to, anyway.

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Attendees look over exhibits at the memorial.

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On 83rd Day of Remembrance, BI a ‘Place to Call Home’

Bainbridge Island’s Japanese American Community held the 83rd “Day of Remembrance” ceremony March 30, commemorating when 227 of…

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Cathy DeLorey provides a tour of her classroom at Bainbridge High School.

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Bainbridge teacher set to retire after 50-year career

Cathy DeLorey has taught at Bainbridge High School since 1992 and is planning to retire in June, bringing…

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About one-third of the Town Hall meeting attendees wore red to show support for public education.

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Popular BISD programs could be key to more state funding

Nontraditional education options may be the key to more state funding for school districts, but whether the state…

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Christina Woolf holds a newt egg mass, with peppercorn-sized eggs suspended in a clear protective jelly.

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BI nonprofits conduct first amphibian surveys in Kitsap

This spring, there’s a different kind of egg hunt happening on Bainbridge Island — and anyone can join…

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New housing under construction on Bainbridge Island.

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Seniors can face obstacles when planning for retirement

U.S Census estimates as of 2024, 26% of BI residents are age 65 or older

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Kitsap County’s Department of Emergency Management’s new emergency operations center is located near Bremerton National Airport. During a local disaster the center will be the headquarters for government and service providers to brainstorm and devise a coordinated effort to deal with the emergency.

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Kitsap County opens new EOC near Bremerton airport

Imagine that in July, a heat wave strikes Kitsap County and temperatures soar to over 100 degrees for…

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During peak breeding season in spring and summer, calls about kittens and growing colonies surge. Community cats cluster in areas where food and shelter are available.

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Trap-Neuter-Return program controls cat population

In Kitsap County, an increase of cats roaming neighborhoods, alleyways and business districts contributes to overpopulation that can…

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The pedestrian entrance to the Islander Residents Association, a mobile home park in downtown Winslow.

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BI approves purchase of 2 mobile park homes for emergency responders

Three agenda items discussed at the Bainbridge Island City Council meeting March 11 encapsulated the roadblocks, strengths and…

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A T-shirt from the symposium and several fidget toys and refreshments were available at the event.

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Teaching students with autism, ADHD starts with play

There’s more than one way to follow the stepping stones of progress, and kids of all abilities can…

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A Bainbridge swimmer competes at the Ray Williamson Pool.

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Ray Williamson Pool may reopen for fall and winter

Renovations at the Bainbridge Island Aquatic Center are underway, and going well, facilities maintenance manager Mike Omans said…

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Students process into BHS Memorial Field for commencement at a recent graduation.
Seniors walking toward BHS Stadium for the graduation ceremony.

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BI seniors to pay for some graduation costs

As officials at the Bainbridge Island School District seek to cut costs, some fees will shift to families.