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                                <p>Ongoing renovations at the Polaris Theater.</p>

Polaris Theater receives more grant funding to continue renovations

The historic Polaris Theater in downtown Port Orchard has received a $377,000 grant through the state capital budget, marking a...

By Britney Fletcher-West • May 21, 2025 1:30 am


Port Orchard community walk brings housing issues into focus

Kitsap County planners took their message to the streets of Port Orchard during a recent “Read, Roam, Rules” walk.

By Britney Fletcher-West • May 21, 2025 1:30 am
Kitsap County Superior Court cases

Man says he took gun only to teach a lesson

By Steven Powell • May 21, 2025 1:30 am
Housing Kitsap acquires Kingston apartments for low-income seniors

Housing Kitsap recently the acquisition of the Time Square Apartments in Kingston in efforts to ensure the property’s continued affordability…

By Staff report • May 20, 2025 1:30 am
Quincy Square grand opening festival set for two days in...

The city of Bremerton and the Downtown Bremerton Association will host a two-day Grand Opening Festival to celebrate the revitalization…

By Britney Fletcher-West Kitsap News Group • May 20, 2025 1:30 am
SK Chamber: vacation rentals vital for tourists during World Cup

With an eye toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup and a surge in regional tourism, the South Kitsap Chamber of…

By Britney Fletcher-West • May 20, 2025 1:30 am
As the company mascot, Molly the French bulldog has helped Moore Construction stand out in a crowded industry. Courtesy Moore Construction Sponsored
Moore than homes: Local builder thrives with First Fed

When Matt Moore launched Moore Construction in 2021, it started with two people in a garage and a big vision:…

By First Fed • May 12, 2025 6:00 am

Mural project looks to add vibrancy to Bremerton under

A once-drab under in Bremerton’s Charleston neighborhood is getting a vibrant new look thanks to a community-led mural project spearheaded…

By Britney Fletcher-West • May 20, 2025 1:30 am
Nominations begin for the Best of NK, CK and SK

It’s time to nominate your favorite people, businesses, organizations, and local places online for the Best of North, Central and…

By Staff report • May 19, 2025 1:30 am
Exceptions for phone use while driving

Q: It’s clearly dangerous to talk on the phone while driving, and it makes sense that we have a law…

By Doug Dahl • May 16, 2025 1:30 am
Higher total taxes making Washington unaffordable

Too often, elected officials overlook the cumulative costs of regulations, taxes, and fees on taxpayers. However, those added costs come…

By Don Brunell • May 16, 2025 1:30 am
Kingston beats NK in softball to advance to state

Olympic, Klahowya also qualify for state

By Luke Caputo • May 18, 2025 1:30 am
Spartans claim district title over NK after second-half surge

CK, Klahowya also qualify for state

By Luke Caputo • May 18, 2025 1:30 am
Bainbridge captures district baseball title 9-4 over PA

NK, CK also advance to state

By Luke Caputo • May 18, 2025 1:30 am
11 churches at Interfaith Music Festival

Susan Anderson courtesy photo

April 2, 2025 1:30 am
BI festival again attracts thousands

The 35th annual Bainbridge Island Mochi Tsuki Festival attracted thousands of people Jan. 11, bringing out the confectioner, dancer, musician…

By Margaret Hetherwick • January 13, 2025 1:30 am
Kitsap County’s favorite reads in 2024 are local at heart

The Kitsap Regional Library released its “Wrapped” list for 2024, a compilation of books that most captivated county readers of…

By Molly Hetherwick Kitsap News Group • January 8, 2025 1:30 am
As the company mascot, Molly the French bulldog has helped Moore Construction stand out in a crowded industry. Courtesy Moore Construction Sponsored
May 12, 2025 6:00 am
Trubridge client smilles, having received a full teeth restoration. Photo courtesy of Fairy Tale Dental. Sponsored
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April 24, 2025 1:30 am
During First Fed’s 2024 Community Spirit Day, more than 170 employees volunteered across 21 nonprofits throughout western Washington, contributing 700+ volunteer hours in a single day. Sponsored
April 14, 2025 6:00 am