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BIMA’s curator of the Cynthia Sears Artists’ Books Collection, Erin Zona, shows off the Daisy Lane space during construction.

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BIMA launches new artist residency, will begin in 2027

The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art has announced the launch of its new artist initiative, “Daisy Lane: A…

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The Bainbridge Island Farmers Market on June 20.

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COBI updates lease with farmers market to include local nonprofits

The Bainbridge Island City Council approved an updated lease agreement on July 14 between the city and the…

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There are 18 total units at the Ericksen Community, with both one-bedroom and three-bedroom housing options.

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BI’s 18-unit Ericksen Community housing project complete

The permanently affordable Ericksen Community housing project located on Bainbridge Island has been completed, with the first residents…

Emily Randall

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U.S. Rep. Randall faces four candidates in District 6 primary

Incumbent Emily Randall is facing off against four challengers in the Congressional District 6 U.S. Representative race in…

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Courtway graduated from BHS in June and will be attending the University of Washington this fall.

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BHS grad to headline theater show in Seattle this August

2026 Bainbridge High School graduate Dolly Courtway will take center stage this August as Wendy Darling in Seattle…

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Best of Bainbridge Island voting live through July 26

It’s time again to vote for your favorite people, businesses, organizations, and local places online for the Best…

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John Mauro

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Despite some pushback, BI Council approves Mauro as next city manager

The Bainbridge Island City Council approved an employment agreement with John Mauro to be the new city manager…

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A pine tree, one of many conifers that produces pollen.

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Pollen seasons are starting to last longer in Washington

Pollen levels are increasing significantly over time in the Seattle-Puget Sound area, marking one of the most affected…

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Tomine (right) alongside her grandmother Satsuki Ina (center), and the executive director of Tsuru for Solidarity, Mike Ishii (left).

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Islander walks 45 miles in Texas to condemn immigrant incarceration

Bainbridge High School class of 2022 graduate, Skyla Sachiko Tomine, participated in a pilgrimage and protest this June…

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Brandon Myers

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Myers among three candidates chosen for Kitsap interim sheriff

Following John Gese’s resignation as Kitsap County Sheriff in late June, the Kitsap County Democratic Central Committee has…

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A large tree limb fell across Winslow Way the morning of July 6.

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Temporary traffic closure on Winslow Way to remove hazardous tree

There will be a temporary traffic closure July 8 to allow for the removal of a hazardous tree…

Greg Nance

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Rep. Nance faces two challengers in 23rd LD, Position 2 primary

Incumbent Greg Nance is facing off against two challengers for the 23rd Legislative District, Representative Position 2 (two-year…

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The Visitor Center is located at the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial.

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BIJAEM Visitor Center construction on schedule

Opening slated for October