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Poulsbo approves fireworks ban; goes into effect in a year

The Poulsbo City Council passed an ordinance at its Dec. 17 meeting to ban the sale, possession and discharge of...

By Tyler Shuey • December 18, 2025 1:30 am


Bainbridge boy swimmers perform well across the board in win...

The Bainbridge Spartans beat the North Kitsap Vikings 126-56 in boys swimming Dec. 17 at the NK Community Pool in…

By Luke Caputo • December 18, 2025 1:30 am
American Legion Post 149 hopes to reopen soon after fire

American Legion Post 149 in Bremerton will remain closed for an estimated six to eight weeks following what lounge manager…

By Britney Fletcher-West • December 17, 2025 1:30 am
Spartan girls beat SK, off to 4-1 start to the...

The Bainbridge Spartans girls basketball team kept their strong start to the season going by beating South Kitsap 54-24 on…

By Luke Caputo • December 16, 2025 1:30 am
BHS graduate opens luxury car storage service, social club in...

In late September, Bainbridge High School graduate Grant Willard launched a new luxury car business called SCL Auto in North…

By Joshua Kornfeld • December 16, 2025 1:30 am
988 services still in high demand despite cuts to LGBTQIA+...

In June, the Substance Abuse Mental Health Service Administration announced the discontinuation of press 3 option, which provided dedicated resources…

By Joshua Kornfeld • December 16, 2025 1:30 am
This December, First Fed will match community donations to local food banks up to $2,500 per branch, for a combined total of $30,000 in matching funds. Courtesy First Fed Sponsored
Turn one gift into two: First Fed’s holiday food bank...

The holidays are a time of gathering, gratitude and looking out for one another. This December, you have a chance…

By First Fed • December 7, 2025 6:00 pm

Kitsap launches Point No Point study on stormwater, flooding concerns

Kitsap County Public Works Stormwater Division has launched a yearlong study to better understand stormwater and flooding concerns in the…

By Staff report • December 15, 2025 1:30 am
Nearly $7K donated to the Bellringer Fund so far

We often say “Have a great day” when greeting friends and family. But during this season of giving, imagine instead…

By John Macdonald and Terry Blais For the Herald • December 15, 2025 1:30 am
Bremerton goes 2-0 as team at wrestling meet

The Bainbridge Spartans, Bremerton Knights, Klahowya Eagles, and Gig Harbor Tides competed in a wrestling meet Dec. 11 at Bainbridge…

By Luke Caputo • December 12, 2025 1:30 am
Davis drops 51 points in Bremerton’s opening win against SK

Jalen Davis’ 51 points, a school record, led the Bremerton Knights to their first win of the season, demolishing South…

By Luke Caputo • December 3, 2025 1:30 am
Defensive pressure leads CK to opening victory over Olympic

A strong defensive showing from the Central Kitsap boys basketball team led them to victory over Olympic 63-46 at home…

By Luke Caputo • December 1, 2025 1:30 am
Mabel the duck is Port Orchard’s newest sensation

What began as a curious white object in the grass of a Port Orchard yard has turned into an unlikely…

By Britney Fletcher-West • December 15, 2025 1:30 am
Kitsap courthouse dog provides comfort in rather stressful situations

With a wet nose, gentle personality and wagging tail, Lovely is a frequent visitor to the Kitsap County courthouse. The…

By Mike De Felice Kitsap News Group • December 2, 2025 1:30 am
Early detection, advanced treatment improve breast cancer survival

Breast cancer remains the most diagnosed cancer in Kitsap County, accounting for about 30% of all cancers in women each…

By Britney Fletcher-West • November 20, 2025 1:30 am
This December, First Fed will match community donations to local food banks up to $2,500 per branch, for a combined total of $30,000 in matching funds. Courtesy First Fed Sponsored
December 7, 2025 6:00 pm
First Fed CEO Curt Queyrouze talks about the importance of Community Banking. Courtesy First Fed Sponsored
November 9, 2025 6:00 pm
Residents Gerd and Deborah enjoy Winslow Manor’s warmth and connection – chef-prepared meals, social gatherings, and the comfort of home. Sponsored
October 20, 2025 6:00 am
First Fed’s 2025 Proudly PNW Photo Contest drew nearly a thousand entries from community members across Western Washington. Courtesy First Fed Sponsored
October 12, 2025 6:30 pm