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

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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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Gary Sakuma, a U.S. Air Force veteran and commander of the BI’s American Legion Post, describes the significance of the World War II Memorial at Bainbridge High School.

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Veteran’s Day luncheon on Bainbridge taps into history

About 35 people attended a Veteran’s Day luncheon at the American Legion Colin Hyde Post 172 on Bainbridge…

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National Guard Lt. Cmdr. Swift Sanchez smiles during an interview about her upcoming role to support the 60th presidential inauguration Jan. 20, 2025.

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Native women vets share challenges of serving

Standing up for women’s rights can also mean standing up for your country.