“Dance caller/instructor Rich Kuras had a quick response to a question from a first-time contra dancer at the Silverdale Community Center. The hard part? There are no hard parts!” If you can count to eight and learn a couple of simple phrases, you can be contra dancing, the instructor explained. “
“Gazebo Cafe reopens, minus the gazebo. POULSBO – Holly Jo Saccomanno isn’t what one might call a shirker. She doesn’t shy away from challenges or turn her back when opportunity calls. Saccomanno is a hard worker in a time when many have forgotten exactly what hard work entails. She’s on the job six days a week and whether it’s pouring out double-tall Irish cream mochas at the Gazebo Cafe in Poulsbo or serving multiple tables at Whiskey Creek Steak House in Keyport, Saccomanno approaches both tasks with equal zeal. It seems to be her nature. “
“Suit challenges state to maintain and repair its sub-standard passages. It was only a matter of time. But when the first major lawsuit against the state concerning the revised Endangered Species Act was filed yesterday, pretty much everyone was caught off guard. The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission Tuesday morning filed suit in Federal District Court against the State of Washington in an attempt to compel the Department of Transportation to repair and maintain culverts that hinder salmon passage. If we are to achieve our shared goal of salmon recovery, we must begin to meaningfully address the main cause of the salmon’s decline, which is the loss and degradation of spawning and rearing habitat, explained Billy Frank, Jr. chairman of the NWIFC. This court action is a step in that direction. “
“Joe Irwin/Staff Photo Orange cones and construction crews on 6th Avenue have been a presence since sewer pipe work started their last fall but the neighbors aren’t complaining – they’re too busy baking cookies for employees of Debco Construction. Due to unprecedented success, the crews will also be tackling upgrades on Harrison, Eliason and Ryen streets as well as a portion of Fjord Drive. “
Joe Irwin/Staff Photo Comedy magician Jonathan Drake takes the Zombie for a mystical float. The trick is among many he will be teaching kids during classes at Poulsbo Parks and Recreation later this year.
Trevor Pyle/ Staff Photo The crowded halls of North Kitsap High School would get some relief if the school district’s proposed bond is approved by voters. A second high school would be built.
City advisory commission asks for helm on local sub-area plan.
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While you’re never too old to learn something new the reverse can also be true. This Saturday children ages 4-6 and their parents can learn about the history of the Suquamish tribe as part of the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum’s Kinder History program.
“Courtesy Photos I’ll Be Here ‘Til I Leave stars Dominic Dofelmier and Maria Knox as a filmmaker and his girlfriend, who both want to flee Bremerton. “
“Joe Irwin/Staff Photos Mayor Donna Jean Brucecuts the ceremonial ribbon in front of the newly renovated building in Poulsbo while librarian Susan Lavin lends a hand to make sure all goes according to plan. (Next page) Kids enjoy good food, company and balloons before plunging into all the Valborg Oyen Library has to offer. This small group was joined by many others Sunday who absorbed not only the knowledge of the books on hand but their new surroundings as well. “
POULSBO – The historic district may have anything and everything when it comes to meeting locals’ and tourists’ shopping needs but for several years now it has come up markedly short in two crucial categories.
“Events, meetings and activities in and around North Kitsap. “
“SUQUAMISH – Amidst allegations that she has lost her ability to lead the Suquamish Tribe as treasurer, Georgia George Rye plans to keep a positive outlook on the recall meeting set for one week from now. I plan to keep my chin up because I know I have not done anything wrong, she said. “
“Joe Irwin/Staff Photo The face of Front Street will be changing dramatically in 2002 as crews work to make much-needed improvements to drainage, curbs and sidewalks there. The lengthy process begins next week when surveyors will visit the highly-traveled road. “
“Events, meetings and activities in and around North Kitsap. “
“Trevor Pyle/ Staff Photo Poulsbo Police’s Nick Hoke has started NKCOPS, a program designed to help kids stay drug-free. The photos of drug-free kids are displayed proudly in the school. “
“Joe Irwin/Staff Photo The modern face of Poulsbo might be getting a blast from the past if the city council agrees to increase its protection of historic homes. While the plan looks good on paper, the majority of council feels the program could prove extremely difficult to create and even harder to implement. “
Showtimes for Kistap County theatres
“Joe Irwin/Staff Photo Despite a local trend of theater closures, Poulsbo Cinema 10 on Viking Avenue will remain open in the immediate future, according to the Regal Cinema corporate headquarters in Knoxville, Tenn. “
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