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Controlled burn, new apparatus discussed at BI fire meeting
The Bainbridge Island Fire Department Board of Commissioners received an update about the recent Bloedel Reserve controlled burn,…
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BISD approves 2025-26 budget, adds staff last minute
The Bainbridge Island School District passed its budget for the upcoming school year at its Aug. 28 meeting,…
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New board game lounge on BI has something for every player
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a dragon for an afternoon? Now you can find out.
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Community feels impact of Rite Aid closures across Kitsap
Following Rite Aid’s May 5 bankruptcy and subsequent closure of five stores in Kitsap County, the number of…
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St. Michael, nurses union still negotiating a new contract
Nurses at St. Michael Medical Center, which is owned by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, are still working on…
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Kitsap departments explain crime data from 2024 state report
Police in most communities across Kitsap County dealt with an increased number of drug-related incidents while the reports…
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LIHI development at former police station may be reduced to 72 units
The Bainbridge Island City Council received a presentation from the Low Income Housing Institute at its Aug. 19…
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Wenatchee pulled from service due to mechanical issues
The M/V Wenatchee, the first hybrid-electric vessel on the Washington State Ferries fleet, has been pulled from service…
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$1 million donated to OC to enhance healthcare education
Tim and Bev Ryan, founders of Tim Ryan Construction Inc. in Poulsbo, recently donated $1 million to Olympic…
Sports
Over 400 compete at this year’s Founders Tournament
Over 400 players participated in the 2025 Bainbridge Island Founders Tournament, which took place at Battle Point Park…
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Renderings of new BI Senior Center show wide range of amenities
The first renderings of the new Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center are ready, announced BI architect Charlie Wenzlau…
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Phase 2 of Wintergreen housing project finally moves forward
The last half of Bainbridge Island’s first mixed-income development of single-family homes is ready to move forward, almost…
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